The Gist
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Summer style calls for crisp and cool pieces, such as a clean pair of white pants.
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When it comes to figuring out what to wear with white pants, consider them the sartorial equivalent of a blank canvas.
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See ahead for 11 must-have items to pair with white pants.
If the siren song of summer has been beckoning you to venture out from the respite of your A.C. and into the searing sun, then perhaps it’s time to give your closet a refresh. After all, you’ll need an outfit that can stand the heat while still looking cool. What’s the must-have piece any fashion lover should have in rotation this season, you ask? Well, a pair of white pants, of course.
There’s a crisp, clean quality that white pants bring to every outfit, saying, “Life can be messy, but at least I don’t look like it.” So it’s time to give your white pants a fresh bleaching because from the beach to the park and everywhere in between, I can guarantee that you’ll want to practically live in them this summer, but if you’re not sure what to wear with your white pants, then consider them the sartorial equivalent to a blank canvas and go bold with your choices.
Read on for 11 pieces you can wear with white pants before Labor Day rolls around (not that we believe in the rule or anything).
Sophisticated Stripes
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Stripes takes things over the finish line.
There’s an ease and sophistication that comes with wearing stripes that’s hard to beat. White pants can act as a seamless continuation of the stripes, whether you opt for wide or skinny ones, creating a visual that demands notice without screaming for attention.
Stylish Scarf Tops
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It’s easy to get wrapped up in these.
Scarves are one of those deceptively simple accessories that everyone owns, but few understand how to style them to their full potential. Sure, you can wrap them around your head and neck, but wearing a scarf as a top can kick things up a notch. A colorful pattern with white pants calls to mind tropical getaways, and who wouldn’t want to channel that in the summer?
Chic Crop Tops
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These are a cut above the rest.
Speaking of attention-getting attire, a sultry crop top will certainly do the trick, especially in the summer heat. Wearing them with a wide pair of white pants, and then you have an outfit that’s a stylish study of balanced proportions.
Fitted Tank Tops
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A tank is a terrific choice.
If you want the appeal of a fitted top without showing off your stomach, then a tank top will achieve the same effect with wider pants. Bonus points if you match your shades of white for a sexy monochromatic look.
Peplums That Pop
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Peplums don’t have to be controversial.
If a tight tank or crop top doesn’t fit with your personal style, then why not explore the opposite side of the fashion spectrum with a billowy peplum top? This controversial piece gets way too much heat from haters. Let’s face it: What’s better than something that’s as easy and breezy as a peplum in the summer?
Something Sleeveless
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Suns out, guns out as they say.
White pants call to mind the lightness of the summer season. Throw on a sleeveless blazer or vest, and then you suddenly have an outfit that can go from picnic to the office in a snap.
Not-So-Basic Button Downs
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Keep it simple but stylish.
Is there a combination of clothes that’s as effortlessly elegant as an oversized button-down shirt worn over easy pants? Methinks not. Buckle on a brightly hued statement belt, and then you’ve suddenly created yourself a chic color-blocked moment.
Daytime Metallics
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It’s your time to shine.
Metallics aren’t just for evening wear. Styling a sparkly top with a neutral pant in white will not only make the look more daytime-appropriate but also allow the sparkle and shine of the top to take center stage without feeling too overwhelming.
Light Weight and Wash Denim
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Faded fashions can make a bold statement.
Lightweight denim is a must for any wardrobe, and when considering what to wear with your white pants, reach for a faded wash. This will allow you to have a much-needed layer to defend yourself from the frigid office A.C. while also not feeling out of season with your outerwear.
Splashy Prints
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Let white pants be your canvas.
A super saturated colorful blouse with a punchy print or abstract design paints a stunning picture when worn with white pants. Again, if you’re looking for a wardrobe staple that will serve as a stylish base for all your summer outfits, then white pants are a pick you can’t go wrong with.
Throwback T-Shirts
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Let your T-shirt do the talking.
Have an old graphic tee collecting dust in your closet? Then shake it off and slip it on with some fresh white jeans for a high-low vibe. Accessorize with sleek pieces to give your throwback tee a modern look.
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