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Skirt: Haute Hippie, unavailable (similar Haute Hippie) Sweater: Trouve, unavailable (similar LnA) Jacket: Elizabeth and James Shoes: Christian Louboutin (similar Betsey Johnson) Clutch: Henri Bendel, unavailable (similar Zappos) Necklace: Towne and Reese Earrings: Towne and Reese Ring: Towne and Reese Knuckle Ring: The Cheeky Bean|Skirt: Haute Hippie, unavailable (similar Haute Hippie) Sweater: Trouve, unavailable (similar LnA) Jacket: Elizabeth and James Shoes: Christian Louboutin (similar Betsey Johnson) Clutch: Henri Bendel, unavailable (similar Zappos) Necklace: Towne and Reese Earrings: Towne and Reese Ring: Towne and Reese Knuckle Ring: The Cheeky Bean

No White Before Memorial Day My @$*

April 9, 2013 by emily 48 Comments

Living in the South I have the “No White Before Memorial Day” ย rule engrained in my brain. Every fashion magazine says that rule is totally old school and no one should follow it, but for some crazy reason I just haven’t brought myself to dig out my white pants just yet. Well I’m ready to throw that rule out the window and this post is me standing in protest. I WANT WHITE AND I WANT IT NOW!

I also got ย to use one of my favorite pieces in my closet: the blazer. Every girl needs at least one in her closet and I swear it will pay for itself the amount you’ll wear it! I wear mine with skirts, shorts, jeans, dresses.. pretty much anything but a bathing suit. That might be weird.

If you follow me on Twitter/Instagram/Facebook you’ve seen me wear this necklace before. Its one of my favorites not only because its beautiful and goes with everything, but also because 100% of the proceeds go to Kase, the cutest little boy you’ve ever seen! Check out www.littlekaseman.net to learn more!

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: date night, fashion, JEWELRY, style, towne & reese

Comments

  1. Jill says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:03 am

    Cute outfit!!! Thanks for the inspiration! Smiles, Jill

    Reply
  2. Missy says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:07 am

    I think the actual rule is “No White” before Easter. I’ve lived in the South all my life and my mother engrained that into my head from a very early age! I still to this day will not wear it before Easter or after Labor Day.

    Reply
  3. Zoe says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:08 am

    I & all my friends wear white any time of the year – no one really pays attention to that old Memorial Day rule. Or maybe that’s just where I’m from SoCal ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  4. Olivia Hill says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:09 am

    Love love the jewelry!

    Reply
  5. Tessa Hall says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:12 am

    Love this outfit!! It’s adorable! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  6. STEPHANIE STERJOVSKI says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:14 am

    This is why we love you Em! xx

    http://www.stephaniesterjovski.com
    http://www.ssprintshop.com

    Reply
  7. Erin says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:18 am

    Girl I feel the same exact way, I’m wearing a white pencil skirt today on my blog too! I think all fashion “rules” are so outdated! You look stunning!

    xx,
    E
    Currently Coveting

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  8. Kylie Rae says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:24 am

    I’m so glad you decided to throw the rule out the window because this look is fabulous!

    xo Kylie
    shimmermepretty.com

    Reply
  9. Brooke says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:25 am

    I thought it was no white before Easter? I could NEVER wait until Memorial Day! I always want to wear white before Easter but a)I’m still so pale and b)I live in Charleston, SC… I feel like everyone is judging me! It’s probably just all in my head ๐Ÿ™‚

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  10. Kayla says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:26 am

    I hate that rule too! So dumb!
    You look so cute Emily! Love the lace skirt!

    Kayla
    http://www.lovelucygirl.com

    Reply
  11. Elizabeth says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:28 am

    Isn’t just no white after Labor Day the “rule”?

    Reply
  12. Samantha says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:36 am

    I love how light and neutral this outfit is! Very girly too which is right up my ally!

    I also find it difficult to break the white rule – but it is an old rule and I totally don’t mind it when other do! Maybe one day…

    http://theworldfrommystilettos.blogspot.ca/

    Reply
  13. Julie Palmer says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:41 am

    Love everything especially the jewelry! What color are your earrings? Are they the style corrina

    Reply
  14. Whitney says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:44 am

    I too have the no white before Memorial day mentality but getting better each year. I have 3 white dresses and a pair of shorts planned for an upcoming trip. Them again, I guess you have to throw out all rules for the beach. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  15. Annastiina says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:48 am

    SO CUTE OUTFIT EMILY!!!! ๐Ÿ™‚ Great great great! Your blig is amazong!!

    Reply
  16. Natalie says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:48 am

    You look fabulous! I have a question about your nails- what color/brand are you wearing? are they gel/shellac?

    Reply
  17. Stefanรญa says

    April 10, 2013 at 11:52 am

    You are so beautiful Emily! Such a clean and classy outfit ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://www.zdevania.blogspot.com

    Reply
  18. Rachel says

    April 10, 2013 at 12:07 pm

    LOVE your necklace and knuckle ring! And I am definitely all for white any time of the year! Especially when it looks this chic! <3

    Rachelโ€™s Lookbook

    Reply
  19. Megan says

    April 10, 2013 at 12:35 pm

    You’re gorgeous Emily! Great post!

    Reply
  20. Lynn says

    April 10, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    This is an amazing outfit!! But it made me want a blush post even more!! whatever blush you are wearing in the pictures is beautiful.

    Reply
  21. Brianna says

    April 10, 2013 at 1:55 pm

    Amazing post Emily!! I just love your blog ๐Ÿ™‚ You have the best style.

    briannamattias.blogspot.com

    Reply
  22. Alicia F says

    April 10, 2013 at 2:10 pm

    Ha! I pulled out my favorite cream jeans today! It’s 88 here in Va Beach. That kind of day needs white pants…

    Reply
  23. Erin says

    April 10, 2013 at 2:39 pm

    LOVE that skirt!!

    Reply
  24. Rachel says

    April 10, 2013 at 3:10 pm

    I love white!! anytime!!

    Rachel
    theoxfordstyle.com

    Reply
  25. Lynn says

    April 10, 2013 at 4:49 pm

    Hey Emily! what blush are you wearing in this post?

    thank you

    Reply
  26. Jenni says

    April 10, 2013 at 5:35 pm

    I have this blazer, I love how you paired it– very pretty!!Those of you looking for it- I bought mine at Nordstroms and of course now it’s on sale 40% off– man I always miss the sale! So, go to Nordstoms much cheaper than Revolve Clothing!

    Reply
  27. Joseph says

    April 10, 2013 at 7:37 pm

    Well, the bar just hit a new high and it went up, a lot.

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  28. Karen says

    April 10, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    You always look so gorgeous! Love your style. It appears your lips have been enhanced, do you use a filler? x

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  29. Haley says

    April 10, 2013 at 10:35 pm

    What nail polish are you wearing?? Love it!

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  30. Camryn says

    April 11, 2013 at 12:50 am

    Lovely ๐Ÿ™‚

    xx
    http://thepocketbookblogg.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  31. Abby Alannah says

    April 11, 2013 at 10:01 am

    Love the outfit! Adorable
    http://fashionablebitsandpieces.blogspot.com

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  32. Abby Alannah says

    April 11, 2013 at 10:01 am

    Love the outfit! Adorable

    Reply
  33. Iris says

    April 11, 2013 at 12:36 pm

    I thought it was NO WHITE AFTER LABOR DAY??!! And I want the skirt and shoes!! LOVE THIS EM!

    Reply
  34. Sara says

    April 11, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    What blush are you wearing?

    Reply
  35. Joseph says

    April 11, 2013 at 5:45 pm

    I’d like to have at least one drink with you, but you’d not want me to leave your side, and I’d be very okay with that.

    Reply
  36. M Hall says

    April 12, 2013 at 11:24 am

    Hi Emily,
    Love that u started a blog. Hope that you post more variety of stuff like home decor, diy, recipes, party planning tips. Love your style!!

    ‘M

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  37. Libby says

    April 12, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    Love this look, Emily! Classy, chic and so fun! And I won’t think too much about the “No White” Rule. Just say its Ivory, not white ๐Ÿ™‚ Love it!

    Libby

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  38. Chelsea says

    April 12, 2013 at 3:56 pm

    You’re such a stunner Emily! I LOVE your jewels and those pretty copper pumps. I hope you have an amazing weekend!

    xoxo,
    Chelsea & The City

    Reply
  39. Payton F says

    April 12, 2013 at 7:34 pm

    Omg! Darling outfit you look great.

    Reply
  40. Cathy says

    April 13, 2013 at 1:33 am

    Let us Know All about hair extension please ๐Ÿ™‚ xx

    Reply
  41. Joseph says

    April 14, 2013 at 8:39 am

    You have perfected just about everything that a woman possibly can from your choice of words, in your appearance, as a mommy, to being a friend to many. Your “evolved” character, if I may use that word, is quite positively developed and your parents are no doubt very happy with your outcomes. If you don’t or haven’t already, take a moment to review Bill O’Reilly’s “The Factor” and Mark Cuban’s twitter retweets. Carefully note how they respond to criticisms (not necessarily their topics discussed) and their allowance of audiences to tell a story or give opinions whether positive or negative. Sometimes they don’t even respond, but at least they let others speak and often let others embarrass themselves. It’s what makes them successful, real and human. It’s how quality research works too. If a company is paying for the research of its own products, whether the product be health care results, or toys, or diapers and puts that information out to the public, but does not include the negative, the information becomes undermineable and questionable, because the company likely didn’t include all user responses. I’m pretty sure you get this, you’re very bright. Love you.

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  42. Joseph says

    April 16, 2013 at 9:50 pm

    Hi Emily. You are like cake, and frosting with a cherry on top to me. Thank you for recognizing me. X

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  43. Sofia says

    April 17, 2013 at 6:04 pm

    Love it Emily! When I watched the Bachelorette I always admired your fashion and now that you have a blog, I am so excited to see your posts.

    If you get a sec, please check out my latest post. I would love to read your feedback.

    Sofia

    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

    Reply
  44. Lauren says

    April 18, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    totally doesn’t matter if you wear white before labor day! my gfs and i have been wearing white jeans (in washington dc) all year round.

    xo
    lauren
    http://www.annacroswell.com

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  45. Awomansaffair says

    April 25, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    Thank you SOOO much for sharing your life with us… i cant believe it is only now that i came across your blog!! waa ๐Ÿ™‚

    I have to say, you are such a role model to me! ๐Ÿ™‚ Seriously!
    And I am no young teenager anymore! ๐Ÿ™‚

    You are so beautiful in every way!

    I love how soft you look in this outfit!
    ๐Ÿ™‚

    LOVE

    http://www.awomansaffair.blogspot.com

    xxx

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  46. Jennifer says

    May 3, 2013 at 12:58 am

    I’m from California, but my mom’s side is from the South. I always heard no white before Easter. โ€ 
    So dig out your white pants, shoes, everything. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  47. Jennifer says

    May 3, 2013 at 1:01 am

    OOPS,
    I forgot to add after “No white before Easter OR after Labor Day” ๐Ÿ™‚ I will always follow that rule. I just can’t bring myself to break it. ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  48. Olivia says

    May 11, 2013 at 1:27 am

    Hi Emily,

    I have been following you since you were on the first bachelor and I have always thought you had the best fashion, style and looks out of any girl ever on the bachelor. I have to say though you look a lot skinnier now then you did on TV and I thought you looked perfect on TV. I worry about little girls seeing how thin you are, especially your legs and trying to obtain that weight. I know as a skinny girl myself, with good gene’s that to keep your legs that skinny, takes a very strict diet and really not eating much. I just worry having a daughter that admires you as much as I do, that you are trying so hard to stay up to date with the celebrity trends(the huge inner thigh gap) that so many teens are obsessed with right now. I’ve looked at pics of you from years ago and you were just as beautiful and still super skinny, but not as boney, thin and I wonder if your last break up had anything to do with it. I just want you to know you are absolutely gorgeous no matter what size and you have thousands of little girls that want to be just like you. I think it would be wonderful for you to make a post about diet and maintaining a healthy weight so young women don’t get discouraged by comparing themselves to you. I hope this doesn’t come off as judgmental. I absolutely love you and thank you for being such a wonderful role model to so many young girls out there!:) Love, Olivia

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