Hello Friends!
Isn’t it hard to believe it is now August? I have to say it has been a hot summer here in Charlotte, but we did have a mild Spring that led into the next Season. One thing I do enjoy is the ability to sit outside throughout the year until about December! I enjoy the sunshine and seeing it more often than not, affects my mood in a positive way. One look I love seeing in the summer, which seems to be popular, year after year is the all white look. I shared a look yesterday on the blog, and today wanted to wear white with a bit of a classic look. Yes, my hair remains up in August. and I .got rid of those pesky greys! My stylist said she never saw those white hairs on my head until now….
One way to wear white as separates is to wear a top with texture. Try lace, embroidery, cut-out styles, and you can also add texture with your handbag. Here I have styled this white lace shell with detail on the collar with white flat front cropped pants from Ann Taylor. The detailing and texture gives more visual interest to the look. I paired it with my white sling back kitten heels for a dressier look.
(close up of the detail of the top)
Yesterday I wore my white denim shorts and all white outfit, while accenting with neutrals. If you missed this look, click HERE. I applied the same process to this outfit where I am wearing a one shoulder ruffled lace top in off white, combining shades of white for a fresh summer look. I went with almost all white with only the black strap of my slingbacks.
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What are some ways you like to wear white?
Outfit: Ann Taylor pants, (Love these, and these)
chicwish top ( this is pretty, and this)
Zara kitten heel ( last season)
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Sarah
August 14, 2017 at 7:09 pmWow! Love that top on you – so elegant and beautiful!
Sarah
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Amy Christensen
August 12, 2017 at 9:16 pmI’m loving the crisp all white look. Your top is perfect as the lace adds texture and interest to the look. Your shoes are very pretty too. – Amy
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Jess Jannenga
August 13, 2017 at 11:01 amThank you Amy! xx
Nicole Mölders
August 12, 2017 at 12:09 amThanks for linking up to the Top of the World Style linkup party. Great look!
dousedinpink
August 11, 2017 at 9:55 pmYou wear the white on white so well! This is such an elegant look!
Jill
Doused in Pink
Jess Jannenga
August 13, 2017 at 10:56 amThank you Jill! xx
Coco
August 10, 2017 at 2:50 amThank you for hosting dear! I’m linking back to you HERE Hope you’ll check out my latest Fashion post
Mary Murnane
August 9, 2017 at 12:50 pmWhite on white is one of my favorite combos and you wear it beautifully, Jess! Love the lace top and those kitten heel slingbacks are adorable!
Mary
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Jess Jannenga
August 11, 2017 at 9:21 amThank you Mary! I think it is such a stand out combo for summer.. Im hoping to wear some winter white monochrome outfits this winter too! xx
Jennie
August 9, 2017 at 12:44 pmI adore all white looks in summer. Your top embellished lace top is simply beautiful! Fabulous shoes, too.
Julie @ Running in a Skirt
August 9, 2017 at 8:38 amI love whites in summer too! This look is perfection.
Jill James
August 9, 2017 at 6:59 amStunning in your all white Jess and that pretty lace top is really wonderful. Those shoes are such an elegant shape. Thank you so much for hosting.
Mary Colleen
August 8, 2017 at 8:54 pmStunning look! I especially love the details on the blouse, I think that it takes this outfit from an ordinary classic look to something very special and eye-catching.
Mary
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August 8, 2017 at 2:22 pmI love an all white outfit in summer! You really took yours to the next level with the gorgeous top and beautiful shoes! Looking fabulous!
Thanks for the link up & Happy Tuesday!
Esther
August 8, 2017 at 2:02 pmJess, you look stunning. The outfit is put together so beautiful and I am in love with the top.
Have a fantastic week.
Love, Esther
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Joi @INMYJOI
August 8, 2017 at 1:40 pmI love an all white look Jess!!! And those shoes are the cutest!
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Jacket Society
August 8, 2017 at 12:03 pmYou look beautiful in this white outfit Jess, love that lace top 🙂
Nora
Adriele
August 8, 2017 at 11:04 amYou look amazing in all white, Jess! Love it!!
-Adriele
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Ashley
August 8, 2017 at 10:48 amSo summer chic in white, babe!
-Ashley
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Laura B
August 8, 2017 at 10:20 amThat top is seriously stunning! I love a classic and elegant look!
Northwest Mountain Living & Style
August 8, 2017 at 10:10 amBeautiful look! I love an all neutral colored look! Peace!
Cheryl
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Is This Mutton?
August 8, 2017 at 10:07 amReally pretty top, love the pearl detail on the collar. I love monochrome and you’ve done it perfectly.
carmen
August 8, 2017 at 9:24 amAll white is alright! You look amazing in white with your gorgeous hair Jess!
❤️carmen
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thestylesplash
August 8, 2017 at 9:11 amStunning all white outfit Jess! I love the embellishment on the top, it’s really pretty!
Emma xxx
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plutrell
August 8, 2017 at 9:10 amYou look gorgeous and I cannot say strongly enough how much I love that blouse…it is amazing. Thanks for the link up Jess
stinedurfdl
August 8, 2017 at 8:55 amThis is so pretty! I love an all white look…even in the winter!
Debbie
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jaymieashcraft
August 8, 2017 at 8:54 amAnother stunning look!!!
Jaymie
Theresa Campbell
August 8, 2017 at 8:37 amJess, so love that top. The little collar is adorable. That’s what I like about your outfits. Always such interesting little details. I have never tried head to toe white. Seems like whenever I wear anything light colored any liquid within 10 feet of me will figure out a way to end up on me! So I’m afraid all white on me would end up looking too messy after a very short time. But it sure looks chic on you 🙂
Theresa
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Laura
August 8, 2017 at 8:24 amThis all white look is so summer chic! I love the detail on your blouse! You look lovely!
shelbeeontheedge1
August 8, 2017 at 8:23 amJess, this all white look is absolutely stunning on you! That top is so gorgeous! And I love the little touch of black on your shoes. Well done!
Shelbee
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Jodie
August 8, 2017 at 8:20 amSee–I told you I was a sucker for white…because I included my post where I’m wearing my white dress. Of course I didn’t keep it monochromatic like you did—but it’s still a white piece—that counts, right?
You have the best lace items, Jess!! That blouse is gorgeous!!
XOXO
Jodie
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LittleItaly2008 (@LittleItaly2008)
August 8, 2017 at 8:11 amYou look amazing in this all white outfit. I love your slides!
Elise
August 8, 2017 at 7:35 amI love an all white monochrome look, you look so chic. I absolutely love your top, the color is so pretty!
xx, Elise
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Dawn Lucy - Fashion Should Be Fun
August 8, 2017 at 7:08 amWow, you’re looking amazing, Jess! Summer has been good to you!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
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Martina Berg
August 8, 2017 at 6:48 amWhat a wonderful look – I love the blouse XO Martina from Germany
Pam Armstrong Greer
August 8, 2017 at 6:25 amLove the white on white!
Andrea
August 8, 2017 at 6:24 amJess…this is WHITE HOT! Sooo pretty and sweet! I love this look!
Claire justine
August 8, 2017 at 4:04 amLove this look Jess, great top 🙂 Thanks for hosting.
jacqui
August 8, 2017 at 3:44 amPretty top Jess, I love the collar and detailing. x Jacqui http://www.mummabstylish.com
Suzy Turner
August 8, 2017 at 3:22 amYou look fabulous in all white, Jess! And I love your hair up too – beautiful. I actually just bought a pair of white linen trousers in the sale, I can’t wait to wear them. I love the idea of a white top but I’ll have to go find the perfect one lol!
Suzy xx
Suzy Turner
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Jess Jannenga
August 8, 2017 at 9:32 amThanks Suzy! The weather has been usually cooler this week, so I took a blog session with my hair down. I usually wear it up in the summer. I have considered and maybe next year, a pair of white linen pants, they look so comfy and cool for summer!
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Rena
August 8, 2017 at 2:36 amI like how you’ve used lace and a bit of contrast to add interest to the outfit. It is a lovely look and very flattering on you. Stay cool 😎 and thank you for hosting.
Rena
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Nancy
August 8, 2017 at 2:34 amWow! That blouse is amazing! What a delecat chic look! And those shoes are fabulous too. I wish we could sit outside here until december! But it looks like Summer has gone!
Mica
August 8, 2017 at 2:09 amWhat a lovely monochrome white outfit! How do you do it with your adorable dogs though? Cooper would be guaranteed to destroy any white pants! haha
Thank you for the link up!
Hope you are having a great start to the week 🙂
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Jess Jannenga
August 8, 2017 at 12:04 pmMica, I would wear this only if hubby and I went out. Gibby loves being on mommy’s lap, so it wouldnt be practical with the pups! 🙂 Glad you like it! xx
Vanity And Me Style
August 8, 2017 at 2:03 amSuch an elegant look Jess. I love the shoes! xx
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Jess Jannenga
August 8, 2017 at 12:03 pmThank you Laurie! I wanted a dress shoe in white.. took some looking for! xx