Want to know if you really can wear those white sandals you just bought?

Dear Diva,

This is the time of year where people are starting to get antsy for summer...I KNOW IM ONE of them...and that means...we are ready to put away our long johns, turtlenecks, socks and hose and WHIP out the swimwear and thongs....(a/k/a FLIP FLOPS kids!)

I was always raised with what I thought was the proper fashion etiquette, but now days either I REALLY am getting old (at 25) and trends have changed a lot....or PEOPLE don’t respect the old trends like grandma and mom taught us???

These were some of the things I was taught:
1. No white after Labor Day or before Memorial Day. (That includes white shoes as well)
2. No open-toed shoes after Labor day and before Memorial day (this includes Flip.....Flops)

I have noticed a lot of people lately wearing flip flops, white pants, white shoes, tanks, sleeveless shirts and to me it seems all off???

Maybe I am wrong...Whats your take?

Come on fashion diva.

-Richelle from Edmond

Answer:

No white shoes or bags until after Memorial Day!!!!! Well, unless you are a nurse. All of the other rules about white are a little more relaxed... Winter white is more of a cream. Cream wool slacks are OK during winter. Winter weight wool slacks (what a tongue twister!) in the spring are a bit much. I have yet to hear the term "Spring White" - SO - I'd stay clear of pure white until summer!

As for the open toed shoes, this rule has really gone out the window for the most part. If you are in a business setting, even business casual, I'd stick with closed toed shoes.

If it's 80 outside and you are running errands, go for comfort and slide on the thongs (hehe - flip flops- that is). Some people also think sandals are fine after Easter. Like I said, the rule on open toed shoes is a little fuzzy.

Does that help?

Before I quit, I think I’ll answer a question that Richelle didn’t ask, but I think goes right along with her question!

Can I wear Linen and carry a Straw Handbag before Memorial Day? What about Seersucker and other warm-weather clothing?

Answer:

The official rule says no, but in warm climates I think you can wear those items within reason after Easter.

xo-the diva