Once upon a time, someone decided that it was fashionably acceptable to wear white only between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Since I’ve never taken heed of this rule (and neither should you!), MDW marks the continuation of donning crisp white pieces, rather than the start of it.

White can look stylishly sharp in a one-shoulder dress (my fave) or romantically soft in a cowl-neck top. Throw on some white enamel or beaded jewelry for an extra pop or keep it toned down with ivory wedges and a soft pleated skirt. Either way you choose to wear white, wear it now and all year long.

1. Lulu’s One Shouldered Dress — $40
2. BCBGMaxAzria Enamel Link Necklace — $58
3. French Connection Pleated Skirt — $99 (was $138)
4. Forever 21 Cowl Neck Top — $15.80
5. Jessica Simpson Patent Pumps — $52.20 (was $69)
6. Forever 21 Stretchy Beach Bracelet — $4.80
7. Aldo Truhe Wedge — $100

I can’t think of a better texture that epitomizes summer than straw. Whether on a wedge or infused into a printed pattern, straw accessories compliments the warm weather perfectly. I’ll definitely be stocking up on these fun summer neutrals.

As for the elephant-shaped basket … I wouldn’t drop $325 on it, but its carefree whimsy is definitely an attitude I’ll be incorporating into my summer plans.

1. Aldo Huggins Wedge — $70
2. BCBGeneration Aztec Straw Clutch — $78
3. Kate Spade Eastward Avenue Kayla Clutch — $225
4. Kate Spade Royal Plantation Elephant Basket — $325
5. Forever 21 Diamond Pattern Fedora — $12.80
6. Asos Tara Striped Straw Clutch — $40.62
7. Steve Madden Westii Wedge — $89.95