Can someone tell me why the rule about not wearing white after labor day?

Question

So far eveyone I've asked don't know why?

Answer 1

that rule is outdated, white looks good, wear it whenever you want!

Answer 2

This is what I found in my own research. I have been wondering the same thing.

"Originally, the rule was more along the lines of "Only wear white shoes between Memorial Day and Labor Day." Furthermore, it mainly applied to white pumps or dress shoes. White tennis shoes and off-white boots seem exempt, as are any shoes worn by a winter bride. "Winter white" clothing (e.g., cream-colored wool) is acceptable between Labor Day and Memorial Day too.

The only logical reasoning we could find cited temperature. Image consultant Nancy Penn suggests that because white reflects light and heat, wearing white would make you cooler in winter, and thus should be avoided. But others suggest the rule stems from a class issue. Acting Director of the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology Valerie Steele notes that in the late 19th century and the 1950s, more people were entering the middle classes. These nouveau-riche folks were often unaware of the standards of high society, so they were given specific codified rules to follow in order to fit in."

-I found this in Ask Yahoo!

Answer 3

Because of inclement weather would have to be my guess. Back in the day white skirts and shoes would get all muddy from fall and winter rains, and since Labor day is the unofficial end of summer, I guess they chose that time. I really don't think it applies anymore though.

Answer 4

That rule has been outdated for years. They may however still follow it in areas of the south. The only exception are white shoes on men ..... this in my opinion is never acceptable....ick.

Answer 5

You don't wear white after Labor Day because you're suppose to wear white on Labor Day and that would be skanky. So yeah

Answer 6

The fashion police will arrest you.

Answer 7

i don't really follow it so i don't know