There is a myth about not wearing white after Labor Day. It is considered a crime against fashion. There are many opinions about where the custom actually originates. Some people say that white was worn during summer because it is generally a lighter material, and come Fall, it is inadequate for the approaching cold winter months.
Another reason given is that in days gone by, only the rich people wore white during the summer, since they could afford a whole new wardrobe. The poor people continued to wear the same clothes they had all year. And once the rich people returned from their summer homes, they switched their wardrobe back, thus concluding the end of summer.
Whatever the reason, I think it is foolish and snobby. It is merely a chance to look down upon someone of lesser status than you. I never really followed fashion trends. That is not to say that I wear robes as they did long ago. I wear clothing of the times, but I do not follow what society dictates as being 'in'. I decide on my own style, and what looks good on me.
Never be a follower. Think for yourself, do what you please, and don't let society decide how you should lead your life, what you should wear, how you should behave.
Wear white after Labor Day if that's what makes you happy. Yom Kippur is coming up and we should all wear white.
What is the new black? I have no idea.
According to "What Not To Wear," wearing white after Labor Day is very much permissible.
ReplyDelete:) Good to know. Now I'll have to find some other way to rebel.
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