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Back to Basics: Timeless White Dresses (Part VI)

I want to dedicate this final part of our “Back to Basics” series to a spring/summer essential: the white dress. Like that special LBD, we all need a little white dress that can represent ourselves.

As you can see from the six outfits featured below, from Rosie Huntington’s sweet romance to Nora Zehetner’s subtle edginess to Jessica Stam’s modern simplicity to Stacy Keibler & Stacy Keibler’s sexy glamour, these fashion-conscious tastemakers stay true to themselves while nodding to the white dress trend that is spotted everywhere now, from the Cannes film festival to the streets.

how to wear white dress; featured: Christian Dior white bustier, white skirt, white Christian Louboutin pump, Vanessa Bruno Eyelet blouse, Manolo Blahnik BB Patent Leather Point Toe Pumps, Chloe pale pink skirt, Jacquie Aiche jewelry, Burberry aviator sunglasses,

Photos: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley; Courtesy of vogue.co.uk, instyle.com.

How to wear white dress; featured: Susana Monaco Flutter Tube Dress, Rebecca Taylor Strapless Knit Dress, Diane von Furstenberg Zarita Lace Dress,

From left:
Susana Monaco (on sale!)
Rebecca Taylor
Diane von Furstenberg (great buy 40% off here)

how to wear white dress;Black and white trend; On Nora Zehetner: Nora Zehetner Bird cut out white dress, Calvin Klein metallic ankle strap sandal,Calvin Klein metallic box clutch; On Jessica Stam: two tone dress, black and white, black pumps, purple clutch

Photos: Nora Zehetner & Jessica Stam; Courtesy of vogue.com.

How to wear white dress; black and white trend; cut-out trend; featured: Topshop Lace Appliqué Dress with with asymmetrical hem, Three Floor Adolescent Sister Dress with cut out, Sportmax Himare Deep V-neck Knitted black and white Dress,

From left:
Topshop (great designer version here)
Three Floor
Sportmax

how to wear white dress; Featured: Jennifer Hudson at the first annual Amy Winehouse Foundation Inspiration Awards; Stacy Keibler at the Escada flagship shop opening

Photos: Stacy Keibler & Jennifer Hudson; Courtesy of instyle.com; dailymail.co.uk.

How to wear white dress; peplum trend;body-hugging dress; featured: Cynthia Steffe 'Brooke' Ponte Knit Peplum Dress, Donna Ricco Jacquard Sheath Dress, London Times Sleeveless Halter dress with waist embellishment

From left:
Cynthia Steffe
Donna Ricco (on sale here; great style here)
London Times

A great pair of shoes is a perfect match for all these versatile knee-length or slightly above the knee dresses featured today. I handpicked eight of my favorites, from basic, functional neutral pumps to bright color sandals to arty, collect-worthy stilettos, they will surely spice up our LWDs! The best part? They won’t go out of style!

how to wear white dress; Spring 2013 shoes guide; Featured: Manolo Blahnik BB Suede Point-Toe black pointy toe Pumps, Nine West Drusilla white pumps, Valentino 'Rockstud' Pump, Jimmy Choo Lance Mirrored Metallic Leather Sandals, kate spade new york 'licorice too' neon colored pump, Stuart Weitzman 'Platswoon' nude Pump, Steve Madden 'Realove' ankle strap Pump, Aquazzura Sexy Thing Cutout Booties,

1. Manolo Blahnik (similar here)
2. Nine West (another great pair here)
3. Valentino
4. Jimmy Choo (more color options here! great alternative here)
5. Kate Spade New York (on sale! also here)
6. Stuart Weitzman
7. Steve Madden (also here)
8. Aquazzura

Hope you enjoy today’s entry as much as I did!

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Designer Sale Top Picks

Memorial Day has been the harbinger of summer, but more exciting to fashion lovers, it’s the start of designer sales! Net A Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Shopbop & Barneys New York are four of my favorite places to score designer pieces, from It Bags to lust worthy shoes to investment classics. Below are my top picks. Good luck!

2013 spring Designer sale top picks: Givenchy Bicolor Medium Lucrezia Duffel, Michael Kors Collection Gia Flap Shoulder Bag, Alexanda Wang Diego Bucket Bag, Alexanda Wang Hornback Suede Prisma Tote,

Clockwise from top left:
Givenchy bicolor Lucrezia duffel
Michael Kors flap shoulder bag (great style also on sale here & here)
Alexanda Wang Diego bucket bag
Alexanda Wang Hornback tote

2013 spring Designer sale top picks: Alexanda Wang Anjelika strap heels, Nicholas Kirkwood Metallic leather and suede blue pumps, Salvatore Ferragamo Varina Patent Bow Flats, Gianvito RossiG littered leopard-print mesh pumps ,

Clockwise from top left:
Alexanda Wang Anjelika heels
Nicholas Kirkwood metallic leather and suede pumps 
Salvatore Ferragamo flats (vanilla, pale blue and turquoise are also on sale) 
Gianvito Rossi glittered leopard-print pumps 
Brian Atwood platform pumps

2013 spring Designer sale top picks: IRODeven leather-trimmed metallic tweed jacket, Theory Aija Wrap Front Silk Top, Perforated leather mini skirt ,

From left:
IRO leather-trimmed metallic tweed jacket
Theory Aija wrap front silk top (great casual version here)
Perforated leather mini skirt 

2013 spring Designer sale top picks: JBrand Slouchy Boy Jeans, Burberry Embellished mid-length cotton-twill trench coat, Hunter Bell fashion Star Midi orange cut out Dress,

From left: 
Hunter Bell Fashion Star midi dress
J Brand slouchy boy jeans
Burberry trench coat (another classic style also on sale here)

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Back to Basics: Timeless White Pants (Part IV)

How to wear white pants; On Gwyneth Paltrow:Barbara black shirt, Tom Ford black Kidskin Natalia Bag,Daniele Michetti strappy sandals, white pants, On Hilary Rhoda: Topshop printed peter pan collar top, Sportmax white wide leg pants, Madewell brown belt ,vintage crossbody bag, Eddie Borgo white crystal bracelet, Prada shoes,Photos: Hilary Rhoda & Gwyneth Paltrow; Courtesy of instyle.com, flickr.com.

In our fourth part of “Back to Basics” series, I want to talk about the timeless white pants, two common types in particular: wide leg pants and skinny jeans. As you can see from above, balance is the key: wide leg bottom calls for cropped or slim fit top, whereas body hugging skinny jeans look better with relaxed fit or boxy cut top.

Since wide leg pants, especially white ones, will make us look shorter, choose high-waisted version, tuck in your top, slip on a pair of platforms to maximize our visual leg length. White skinny ankle jeans or leggings are more flattering, but I would suggest to size up, nothing is worse than too-tight white pants. The cropped length is also great to show off your statement heels.

Like other timeless white pieces we shared before, white pants are so versatile and easy going. This season, I especially like these two pairings showed above:

Gwyneth Paltrow chose the hottest black/white trend. Since the palette is simple, she focused on details, from her slit neck top to outstanding heels (check out the back of her shoes!) Gwyneth Paltrow is known for her minimalist style. But you can always add splashes of color to make your own spin. This look is great for women of any age.

Hilary Rhoda’s flowy pants and lightweight sleeveless top is a great summer combo. I fell in love with this water-ski silk tank from J.Crew. Earth tone accessories tone down the brightness perfectly. This is also an ageless outfit. You can opt for this cap-sleeve top if you are not comfort with your arms: the bright hue and luxe material make it equal parts stylish and comfy.

How to wear white pants; Alternative: Madewell Perfect Leather Belt, Alice + Olivia white Eric Pants, Ivanka Trump 'Hollyann' Wedge, Michael Kors Sport gold Watch, Shashi Sarah Yellow Nugget friendship Bracelet, Yves Saint Laurent lipstick,

Top: J.Crew (great style here)
Pants: Alice + Olivia (also here, $29 here)
Shoes: Ivanka Trump
Belt: Madewell
Watch: Michael Kors
Bracelet: Shashi (the white crystal one on Hilary Rhoda here)
Lip: YSL ‘#8 Fetish Pink’

How to wear white pants/white jeans; Alternative: A.L.C. EXCLUSIVE Henrietta Overlap Sleeveless Blouse, Gap Old Navy Women's The Rockstar Super Skinny Jeans , MICHAEL Michael Kors - Charlton Crossbody bag, Jimmy Choo Lance Strappy Patent Leather Sandals,

Top: A.L.C. (also love this version; the one on Gwyneth Paltrow here)
Jeans: Old Navy (great style here)
Bag: MICHAEL Michael Kors (Tom Ford version Gwyneth Paltrow carried here)
Shoes: Jimmy Choo (great alternative here; on Gwyneth Paltrow here)