Is it the dog days of summer yet? Last week’s heatwave and soaring temperatures indicate a yes. It’s sultry hot, and everybody is wearing all-white, including Magnificient 8.
The color white is insanely fresh and chic. All-white is considered a neutral color like beige, black, taupe, gray, and black. All of which are tasteful and timeless. Plus subdued colors like white beat the heat.
Don’t we love an invitation to a theme party! How about Truman Capote’s 1966 legendary Party of Century: Black and White Ball? And the piece de resistance, the annual Met Gala.
But wait, have you heard about Dîner en Blanc, the swanky soirée? The Dîner en Blanc concept began in 1988 in Paris. Frenchmen François Pasquier invited friends to an elegant outdoor dinner asking them to wear all-white.
Today, Dîner en Blanc now a global phenomenon spanning six continents, in which people gather in a public space to set up a temporary, chic dining area. Guests come dressed in white to enjoy food and wine,
Back in January, the Magnificent eight blogger group highlighted work-out gear and in May – pastel pattern mixing. This time around, the group selected wearing all-white, perfect timing, huh?
Do you remember the Magnificent 8? The Magnificent 8 is a collaboration of a bevy of beauties. We represent every decade of life showcasing style one generation at a time — the mission of this joint effort to highlight how style is ageless.
Let me re-introduce the ladies of Magnificent 8:
Grace of Graceful Rags is representing teenagers.
Michelle of Michelle’s Paige is representing the 20 – somethings.
Roxanne of Glass of Glam is representing the 30-somethings.
Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge is representing the 40-somethings.
Rena of Fine Whatever is representing the 50-somethings.
Me, The Age of Grace representing the 60-somethings.
Nancy of Jodie’s Touch of Style is representing the 60-somethings.
Charlotte of Jodies’s Touch of Style is representing the 80-somethings.
Don’t forget to check out the all-white outfits worn by the other Magnificent bloggers. You can easily click on the links next to their names.
My all-white outfit for the linkUp, from my closet, I chose a second-hand David Meister dress purchased online from The Real Real. For a finishing touch, I added a new Zara all-white organza blouse with my gold metallic heels that serve as a neutral color instead of wearing white.
What subdued colors do you wear to beat the heat? Please do share in the comments section.
As always, thank you for reading. Have a fabulous week.
