Cupcakes and Cashmere

Colorless

May 28th, 2009

 

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Occasionally I find the abundance of white clothing in my closet discouraging since it’s about as neutral [read: boring] as you can get.  Luckily, those thoughts are far and few between seeing as how it’s the quintessential color for summer.  As demonstrated perfectly by some of these leading ladies, white tops can add an alluring and crisp vibe to any outfit, especially with the help of appropriately placed buttons, bows and ruched edges.  Here are just a few of my current obsessions (ranging from Forever 21 to Miu Miu) that would blend seamlessly with the rest of my growing collection.

1. Forever 21, $15.80
2. Marc by Marc Jacobs, $102
3. dELiAs, $44.50
4. Old Navy, $12.50
5. Erin Wasson X RVCA, $55
6. Elizabeth and James, $95
7. Topshop, $50
8. Miu Miu, $312

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  • http://martharex.blogspot.com/ Martha

    I just love Zoe Saldana’s style.

  • http://www.abcdefghijklizzz.blogspot.com liz

    oOo nice. person #2 with flowy black satin looking pants looks fab. what kinda pants are those? any idea?

  • http://carlotta-myway.blogspot.com carlotta

    1-3-7 are my fav!! I’ve left you an award here http://carlotta-myway.blogspot.com/2009/05/awards.html

  • http://www.ribbonsandruffles.blogspot.com Eva

    What a gorgeous items! White is always a nice colour for summer. The combination of a white top with a pair of jeans is timeless. I love the second top from marc jabocs mostely, though I unfortunatly cannot afford…

    Love, E

  • http://tulletarte.blogspot.com Jen

    I so agree. It’s definitely so airy and perfect for summer. I also tend to shy away from white tops for the same reason you mentioned above, but with the right details it can be made less “boring” which is why I always go for more unique tops.

  • http://www.omnislucis.blogspot.com OmnisLucis

    I love the neckline on no 4 and no 6 is such a versatile piece.

  • http://johnsjournal-maria.blogspot.com maria johns

    Im really diggin vanessa’s top!

  • http://bostonbookbean.blogspot.com Jill

    I usually stay away from white because I’m so fair that I’m afraid I will get washed away, but a friendly and persuasive salesperson I met recently begged me to try on a white sundress, and I have to admit–it was adorable. I’m re-examining my position on white.

  • Carla

    White is the perfect contrast when u are tan ;)
    Well I just ♥ white!!

  • http://www.realstylerealpeople.com real style real people

    LOVE the Delia’s top!

  • http://thebeautyfile.blogspot.com thebeautyfile

    I can never have enough great fitting neutrals…especially since my close relationship with red sauce forbids me from wearing these for very long…the topshop one warrants a special trip to the city- I can’t wait to try & purchase!

  • http://krazylotus.blogspot.com Lotus

    I’ve been so busy looking for bright colours that I forgot how good white looks…love this post – great selections :)

  • http://goodlifeforless.blogspot.com Jill

    I like the white ruffly top from Old Navy… cute and very un-ON-ish – is that a word? I just love white t-shirts… they are emotionally comfy for me. They just feel good…

  • http://laurenfromtexas.com Lauren From Texas

    White is actually my favorite color to wear in the summer. It looks crisp, classic, and makes you look instantly more tan. :) It can be feminine, casual, dressy – I could go on and on. I’m usually an all-black clothing type girl (I love color but black is my all-time fave), but in the summer, white becomes my new black. :) Thanks for the ideas!!

  • http://www.leeselooks.blogspot.com leeselooks

    i am going to be rocking winter white!!!!!
    as our official winter begins in june.

    love the E&J + RVCA .

    xo

  • http://melissabxoxo.blogspot.com Melissa

    I love white. I’ve never gone for any of those rules about not wearing white after Labor Day. White can go with anything. :)

  • http://brileeo.blogspot.com Brianne

    I love top #1! I am surprised it is from Forever 21. I might have to get it.

  • http://polkadotsandproteinbars.blogspot.com Caroline

    I’m on a constant search for the “perfect white top.” Thanks for these lovelies!

  • http://samenewstory.blogspot.com/ Same New Story

    i love white tops for summer! so fresh, crisp, and clean! i love your mix here (as always)!

  • http://cherrydropss.blogspot.com Maria

    white is very pretty and natural :)

  • http://perfectsentiment.blogspot.com/ PS~Erin

    My hubby always teases me when I go shopping bc inevitably I’ll come home with *another* white top. These are great!

  • http://www.daisychainae.blogspot.com Amber Eilert

    I love white more than any “color”, it’s fresh and summery and makes me look tan even when I’m not.

  • http://alreadypretty.com Sal

    Neutral, but classic! I adore white tops, especially for summer.

  • http://pauletteink.wordpress.com/ PauletteINK

    White tops make for great layering pieces. The Elizabeth and James one is especially fab.

  • OnlyOneAce

    Can’t get enough white tops. The Old Navy and the Marc Jacobs are my favorites.

  • http://www.iheartyoublog.com Paige

    i love white tops! the more peasant-y the better! in college i got drunk in a bar and asked everyone if they thought they could wear jeans and a white shirt every day for the rest of their lives if they could have awesome new shoes everyday. i think i could. :)

  • http://kec-contentedme.blogspot.com Kristin @ Contented Me

    I don’t think white is boring at all… I think it’s crisp and classic and goes with anything! These tops are all adorable… I could see wearing any of them this summer.

  • http://thebestlifeever.blogspot.com/ stacy

    i LOVE white tops!

    i don’t find them boring at all because you can dress them up any which way.

  • http://nikymarie.blogspot.com Nicole Marie

    white is everywhere! i love it! i really like that f21 one. i might have to make a stop by there on my way home today :)

  • http://www.talkprettytome.blogspot.com Talk Pretty To Me

    You are so spot on. I have been seeing white/beige/tan everywhere. In fact Banana Repulic’s entire display is all monochromatic right now. I love those dolman tops and am dying to get my hands on one. Great picks.

    xoxo
    J

    http://www.talkprettytome.blogspot.com

  • http://allwomenstalk.com/author/lily-mathilda Meream

    The Elizabeth and James top is super cute.

  • http://fashionchampagne.blogspot.com kirsty

    I love them all. Wearing alota white today! Only problem is my fake tan! lol xoxox

  • http://thelilbee.com The Lil Bee

    I, too, have a ton of white. I like layering it with off-white and beige sometimes. Try it. Actually, what am I saying, I’m SURE you have, miss fashion:) I’m really liking tops # 3 and 7. They’re affordable and look flow-y enough to quite possibly fit over my growing belly!

  • http://www.snapshotfashion.blogspot.com Snapshot Fashion

    love them all! it’s so funny, i hardly own any white clothing. my closet is full of black. actually now that i think of it i wore all black the last two days! i guess that is the difference between girls from cali and girls from NYC. haha!

  • http://www.reverie-daydream.blogspot.com Melissa

    I’m going to have to go with #6 – perfection! Nice tribute post to the beautiful simplicity of a white top.

  • http://www.lifewithkeiki.wordpress.com Kristine

    Your blog is addicting and very dangerous for my wallet! I am now inspired by what I felt were very bland pieces in my closet!

  • http://couturecarrie.blogspot.com/ Couture Carrie

    This look is so chic, and you found the best tops ~ I am in love with the one from Old Navy – yay!

    xoxox,
    CC

  • http://dapperkid.blogspot.com dapper kid

    The perfect pieces for summer :) The Delias one is sooo pretty! And I love the Miu Miu, simple but oh so fantastic.

  • http://thelovelydove.blogspot.com Carissa

    love No. 1 and imagine my delight to see its from Forever 21 and just 16 bucks! yay! I actually have very little white in my closet because I am pretty pale and I feel like it just doesn’t “pop” on my skin, or worse, washes me out. but maybe I’ll try to get some more white in my wardrobe this summer. thanks for sharing!

  • http://kwisto.blogspot.com crystal

    love the first one!!!

  • http://jadegreeneyes.wordpress.com Jade

    I’m beginning to love Elizabeth and James… so simply and cozy looking, but beautiful as well!

  • http://cheapskatechic.blogspot.com miss woo

    I love summer whites!

  • http://sweet-low.blogspot.com Megan

    I usually stay away from any white in the winter since I tend to look washed out, but once I have a tan in the summer, I can’t get enough of it! I love the ruffling on that Old Navy tank-very dainty and perfect for summer!

  • http://www.shopittome.com Natalie

    Funny — I’m frustrated by the abundance of black in my wardrobe! Love #1 and #7 -Natalie from Shop It To Me

  • http://heart-of-light.blogspot.com Rachel (Heart of Light)

    I can never get enough of white. Sadly, I immediately gravitated towards that Miu Miu top, which is a bit spendy for me.

  • http://clothedmuch.blogspot.com elaine

    I love white. I have so many white basic tees. But I don’t have anything “fun.” I think the next time I look for a white top it’ll be loose and hanging off my body like 5 and 6. perfect for the heat!

  • Amanda Lalique

    Great post! I love White clothing. Lately I have been living in white tops with boyfriend jeans!

  • http://redotter580.blogspot.com Julia

    I’m heading to Old Navy right. now.

  • http://www.taza-and-husband.blogspot.com naomi megan.

    i am all about color but am loving all this white going on right now. just bought an over sized white blouse and cannot wait to wear it!!

  • http://wewearthings.blogspot.com issa

    i absolutely love white clothes!!! i think it’s a closet staple for sure