I have a bone to pick with whoever declared that wearing white after Labor Day is a total fashion ban. You're telling me that 141 years ago someone decreed that at a certain point in September we had to pack up all of our favorite white items and keep them locked away until next summer? Because of this infamous fashion rule, many have missed out on a lot of great white winter outfits – but it seems celebs are looking to change the status quo this season. Yes, lately A-listers are making up for lost time and ignoring the once fashion taboo by donning a plethora of chic white looks.
One of the fashion muses leading the resurgence of white winter clothing is Anne Hathaway, who has worn a solid white garment four times in a row since early September. From chic minidresses to wide utility pants, the style icon has found multiple ways to incorporate wintry whites into her camera-ready aesthetic, whether she's interviewing on a late-night talk show or walking the red carpet. The timeless formula also works well for informal purposes. Beyoncé herself stepped into the shade with a series of relaxed outfit formulas as she celebrated the start of the holiday season in early December. And that's just the tip of the iceberg.
If you want to break the vicious cycle of skipping your white outfits every September, have no fear, TZR is here. Keep scrolling to get all the celebrity outfit inspiration you need to take the winter plunge and look stunning doing it.
Kate Middleton
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Middleton has always been a fan of statement suits and slipped into her white winter suits at her annual Together At Christmas service at Westminster Abbey. If you have a formal office party or family-friendly gathering on the calendar this season, channel the elegant and flawless monochrome royal moment with your own selection of matching ivory separates. The Princess of Wales opted for some of her tried-and-tested labels, including pants from Holland Cooper and a cashmere crewneck sweater from Kiltane. For your own take, consider pairing this gold-handled Bottega Veneta bag with slightly darker Saint Laurent pumps for some contrast.
Anne Hathaway
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ICYMI, the actress has been hard at work on an extensive press tour for her film Eileen since late November and has been in complete slump lately. During her promotional run, the Oscar winner wore a stunning bell-sleeved dress by Michael Kors, surprisingly smudgy Des Phemmes looks, and a bedazzled bustier. Our favorite so far? Her mini dress and bouclé blazer combo by Anna Quan. She accessorized with classic Hathaway accents: Christian Louboutin pumps and a mix of Bvlgari bling.
Tracee Ellis Ross
Even before Thanksgiving, Ross was feeling the holiday spirit. While promoting her new film Candy Cane Lane, the actress sourced fresh-off-the-runway white-on-white pieces from Willy Chavarria's Spring/Summer 2024 men's collection. In keeping with the model's presentation look, she accessorized her oversized blazer with a giant floral brooch that added some color to the final fit. Copy her ad-ready ensemble by clicking “Add to Cart” on this similar rose ornament from Anthropologie. And maybe even apply some bold red lipstick to further immerse yourself in the festive spirit.
Sydney Sweeney
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Sweeney has always been an It girl to keep an eye on on the style front, but in 2023, she's become nothing short of an icon with all the top-notch looks she's worn. In particular, the press tour outfits she styled to promote her new romantic comedy Anyone But You have caught our attention lately. One of the nine looks she wore in less than 72 hours was an all-white Schiaparelli sweater set, complete with a maxi skater skirt and a cropped turtleneck. She completed her look with a range of elegant accessories also from the atelier, including statement gold cuffs, statement drop earrings and pointed boots embellished with the label's signature keyhole motif.
Hailey Bieber
When it comes to seasonal styling, you really can't go wrong with a black and white ensemble. Use Bieber, aka the fashion industry's cool girl, as a blueprint. The Rhode Skin founder took a different approach to winter whites by adding a range of black accessories to contrast her ivory Khaite mini dress. She opted for pointed Balenciaga pumps, a Prada nylon mini bag, and a velvet hair bow that cemented her affinity for all things flirty. And her stunning berry lip color? This is none other than the Rhode Peptide Lip Tint in the shade Raspberry Jelly. You're welcome.
Beyonce
There's absolutely nothing Beyoncé can't dress up – even a pair of baggy sweatpants for casual wear. The style icon interrupted her line of disco-glam dresses and designer customs for premiere events of “Renaissance: A Beyoncé Movie” and went a more relaxed route, wearing high-waisted Wardrobe.NYC track pants and a hooded tank top by ALAÏA dressed for a rare date night with Jay-Z. She added a touch of drama to the final outfit with a faux fur coat by Max Mara, a metallic mini audiere by Brandon Blackwood, and paparazzi-blocking black sunglasses. Get cozy with the selection of relaxed styles below.
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