White Hot or Cold

Labor day has come and gone, officially ending the summer season, and with this holiday comes the much debated question, "Is white acceptable after Labor Day?" For me it has always been a simple answer, Yes! White has no expiration date, instead white clothes depend on temperature. In the heat of spring and summer time, white is great in denim, light cottons, linen, any material that is thin and airy. As the temperature drops, white clothes should shift into thicker fabrics such as wool, silk or tweed. So throw out the old wives tale that white is unacceptable after Labor Day and wear white all winter long. Just change your fabrics and you will be chic and sharp in white. Below are some of my favorite white pieces for all year long.

From left to right:

• Bop Basics Oversized Pocket Tank from Shopbop.com, $42 – For fall pair this tank with a long cardigan, jeans and boots.
• Prairie NY Charlie Stone-Yoke Dress, $232 – Love this dress for a date or cocktail event, try a black coat that comes a couple inches below the dress for added warmth.
• Nightcap Cherokee Dress, $171 – Love the black lace tights paired with this dress on the model.
• Chloé Slim fit jeans, $96 (originally $480)
• Tory Burch Justine Blouse, $225 – Nothing looks more chic all year round than a crisp white blouse.
• Stylist Studio Stretch Wide-Leg Twill Pant by Express, $59.50
• BCBGMAXAZRIA Strapless Floral Party Dress, $288

Your Boyfriend's Jeans Never Looked So Good

Boyfriend Jeans have been trendy for the last couple months, and if you haven't gotten a pair for yourself, here are a few ways to wear them that will have you running for the mall. Every girl has her favorite pair of jeans that fit just right, but the great thing about Boyfriend Jeans is they are supposed to be a little baggy (think loose fit, not sagging). My favorite styles are ones that look a little scuffed up in either a light or dark wash. Make sure the cuff of your pants come a little lower then mid calf. Since these jeans are not the most feminine, hence their name "Boyfriend Jeans," I recommend pairing them with some girly well-fitting pieces. I love combining these loose fitting jeans with a tucked in blouse and an edgy pair of heals, or a cute tank, cardigan, and chic pair of ballet flats. Helpful hint, just because they are called "Boyfriend Jeans" does not mean you should actually borrow them from your boyfriend. Find a pair made for women for the perfect fit.

Get the look:

• Slub Jersey Shirt by James Perse, $155
• Kensie Button Down Cardigan in Eggplant, $78
• Splendid Tees Vintage Whisper Pocket Tank, $46
• Chandelier earrings by Banana Republic, $42
• H81 Frayed Boyfriend Denim Pant from Forever 21, $29.90
• Genetic Denim Boyfriend Baggy Jean, $231
• Hearts Galore Necklace from Forever 21, $6.80
• Revenu Black Suede by Steve Madden, $64.99 (originally $129.95)
• Blowfish Silla Flannel Flat, $39.95 (Originally $50)
• Jeffrey Campbell 'Jewel 2' Flat, $119.95

Shop Elle's Closet!

We all adored Elle Woods from Legally Blonde and her fearless fashion wardrobe, made up of mostly pink attire. Well now, GlamourGals is opening up "Elle's Closet" to YOU! If you are in the Los Angeles area, swing by the Pantages Theater this Wednesday, August 12 and Thursday, August 13 for an opportunity to save up to $34 per ticket to see "Legally Blonde The Musical" and shop "Elle's Closet" with designs by Ali Ro. Plus, get a FREE mini makeup collection with every purchase from e.l.f cosmetics. All proceeds will benefit GlamourGals, an organization that pairs teen girls with elderly people in senior homes to build self confidence and leadership skills within the teens. Teen girls, ages 14-18, visit assisted living centers every month and bond with their elders by giving them makeovers and facials. To order tickets to see "Legally Blonde The Musical" visit BroadwayLA.org/GlamourGals or call 800.982.ARTS (2787) and use promo code GG10. For more information check out the invitation below.