Contrary to popular belief, donning the sophisticated hue head-to-toe is no easy feat. Pulling off a polished all-white look takes time, effort, and a unique fashion sensibility that few possess. But, it’s far from impossible. While it may seem daunting at first – and will require you to put your dry cleaner on speed dial – curating a white outfit warrants patience and pairing complementary silhouettes that can work in harmony. We’ve done the hard work for you, so buckle up and jump aboard the minimal fashion bandwagon.
If you’re aiming for casual chic, slip into a satiny-smooth slip dress and throw over a polo-neck sweater. Quickly taking you from day to night, don the sweater when out for a grocery run and take it off for a night on the town with your girls. Recreate this look with the satin slip dress from celebrity-approved homegrown brand Deme, a quality luxe offering that’ll last you years, and pair it with the highly-rated solid white sweater from Forever 21. Remember to pick a larger size if you seek a baggier fit. A pair of sunglasses to up the glam quotient won’t hurt.
Take a fashion cue or two from Spider-Man star Zendaya, who was seen rocking an all-white cardigan and skirt pairing at the Challengers event in Monte Carlo. Putting a modish spin on an otherwise sporty-looking outfit, the ensemble screams très chic! Recreate this look with the front open cardigan featuring chain detailing by Kazo – a brand that has received the stamp of approval from actor Janhvi Kapoor – and match it with the soft-to-touch slit skirt by Enza Costa, a label specialising in flattering silhouettes.
A blazer never fails to make one feel like a million bucks. The office-appropriate silhouette transcends the boundaries of your workplace, easily securing a spot in your formal-cum-partywear wardrobe. Rihanna shows us how it’s done, and to recreate her look, pick the Alex Double-Breasted Blazer from Forever New, a millennial-trusted brand that has been around since 2006, pairing it with the Bardot Pin Tuck Pant from the global Revolve store, exclusively available on Nykaa Fashion.
There’s nothing quite like how a corset top cinches the waistline and defines your curves. Better yet, the figure-hugging silhouette mustn’t always be paired with tailored trousers. In lieu of structured pants, we recommend reaching for the humble midi skirt. BY.DYLN’s off-shoulder corset top from the Nykaa Fashion Revolve Store – crafted in the finest quality fabric – is sure to make heads turn when paired with homegrown, slow fashion clothing brand, Urban Suburban’s White Ruched Linen Midi Skirt. Hidden gems? Hear, hear.
If you’re in for some skin-show, swap a midi for a mini. Kylie Jenner makes a compelling case for an all-season-appropriate cropped jacket matched with a pristine white pleated skirt. Our pick from budding Indie brand SHOWOFF is a wardrobe must-have, given its modest price. And when paired with the Solid White Skirt from ONLY – Ananya Panday-approved, we must add – you’ve got yourself a scene-stealing outfit.
When PeeCee dons a sheer white shirt with a gilded-button blazer, we pull out a pen and paper. A seemingly casual, albeit striking white look, the star tops her ensemble off with a snowy-white tote. To recreate this outfit, we recommend the Linen Blend Single-Breasted Blazer from Marks & Spencer – a household name that has stood the test of time and can be found in every woman’s closet – paired with the Semi-sheer Textured Shirt by TALLY WEiJL, a label on the quest to empower women and make them feel confident in their skin.
Season after season, white reigns supreme. A soothing shade seldom found at the rear end of your closet, it’s a hue that evokes purity, perfection, and a remarkable sense of calm. The secret to mastering the art of pulling off an all-white outfit, you ask? Embrace its timeless sophistication.
Slip Dress + Polo-Neck Sweater
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Cardigan + Slit Midi Skirt
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Blazer + Loose-Fitting Trousers
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Cropped Jacket + Mini Skirt
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The New Black? 6 Ways To Master An All-White Ensemble
Deme
Deme White Heavy Satin Slip Dress
Forever 21
Solid White Sweater
Kazo
Front Open Cardigan With Chain Detail
Enza Costa
Soft Touch Slit Skirt
Forever New
Alex Double-Breasted Blazer
Bardot
Pin Tuck Pant
BY.DYLN
Corset Top
Urban Suburban
Ruched Linen Midi Skirt
SHOWOFF
Crop Oversized Jacket
ONLY
Solid White Skirt
Marks & Spencer
Linen Blend Single Breasted Blazer
TALLY WEiJL
Semi-Sheer Textured Shirt