Dear Bucky, Why can’t I wear white after labor day? Is it because you’ll get lost in snow? Also, when can I start wearing white again? ~Confused in Canyon.

Dear Confused in Canyon, I am sorry to say that not wearing white after Labor Day is not for those of us wanting to blend into a Christmas wonderland. It’s simply a long standing rule of etiquette that some experts cannot explain. However, according to TIME Magazine, “One common explanation is practical. For centuries, wearing white in the summer was simply a way to stay cool — like changing your dinner menu or putting slipcovers on the furniture.”

People said that after Labor Day weather was to extreme for such a light fabric that could be easily stained. It was also said that when people dressed for work they should not wear white because it was considered a leisure color. If someone wore white after the summer it was assumed that they were not ready for their fall workload.

Whatever the reason may be, some fashionista’s will tell others that the rule is mundane and dated. Coco Chanel made white a part of her wardrobe year round. Current First Lady Michelle Obama also continues to wear white because of its crisp cleanness and compatibility with other colors.

However, an individual feels required to stick to the no white after Labor Day rule, they should know that it is acceptable to wear white again after Memorial Day.

Hoping I was helpful, ~Bucky

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