The All-White Edit: How to Look Effortlessly Chic After 50

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1. Hi Cindy,

   You little cutie! You just get more beautiful every single day. I’m so jealous! Can you tell me what the flowers are that are in the picture above your garage door? They are beautiful.

   1. Hi Brenda

      I did not plant them but they are either Awakening or New Dawn. I am guessing New Dawn because it is more readily available. I had both in my former garden, but this one loves it here!! I would highly recommend. You can find it at David Austin Roses, Heirloom roses and many other outlets. I would purchase in early spring when you can purchase bare root roses. They are much cheaper!

2. Cindy you were made to wear white! It’s so chic on you and your cool accessories really stand out!.,Love all these dresses and the skirts and jackets. I think white could be a great uniform in summer. Like a slipcovered couch it’s so easy and cool. Loved all of the posts and thank you for sharing my white dress one again. xo

   1. Hi Kim

      I love white in the summer now that my hair is white! I never could wear white only ivory prior to white hair!

3. Love the all white look. You are always an inspiration!!!! Love everything you do. I must look into that dress. I always want to make sure that when wearing white it’s not see through.

4. Cindy — You look gorgeous in all-white, especially with your hair. It’s a perfect summer look for you! And I love your panama fedora with all-white as well. Thanks, too, for posting the photo of Diane Keaton, an all-time favorite of mine. I wish she’d come out with a book of her fashion style. Wouldn’t that be amazing?!

5. Thank you for this all white post!! It is very inspiring and helpful. This summer I am trying to improve my wardrobe with the very hot weather we are slipping into for several months now in SoCal. There are ‘linen shops’ online; I am late to the game as much has sold out. As Global Warming increases we will all need to find ways to dress well and be cool more and more.

6. Cindy! You look amazing in white … and wow, so many cute styles and options in your closet. Love the gauze … and linen pieces. So welcome in the summer especially during the hot spell where having. I adore white with woven accessories. And as soon as I publish this comment I’m running to find my open weave sweater to pair it with white jeans. Awesome look. Thanks for all the great inspiration. xo

7. Hello, I just love all these different styles! Do you have a link to the dress you are wearing, where in the photo your hand is holding your hat (as if windy) and you are holding a rattan handbag that is close to the ground? I believe you mention it was bought locally, but perhaps you can source a similar style please? Thank you so much!

   1. Hi Ann

      This dress linked at the bottom of the page https://rstyle.me/+wcKfxiy5DUR4uLL9uxxyHQ is the closest I could find. My dress was purchased at a boutique in Santa Ynez that was going out of business. The tag says made in italy, and that is it.

8. Fantastic post thank you Cindy. All white is so restful to look at! I think of Merchant/lvory films. I ordered the Bryn Walker top in white as it looks so easy. I am heading to Tennessee for a family gathering so it’s going to be perfect. Beautiful Scout is such a joy to see; my white lab used to make this old man “hurump” sound when he got too hot and would flop on the tiled floor’s indicating to all he wasn’t going anywhere!!

   1. Hi Francesca

      Yes merchant ivory films! That’s why I love it so much! I love that Bryn Walker top. They often have them on eBay as well. It will be hot and humid in Tennessee! Enjoy! We are having fun with Scout. I will be so glad when he loses the rest of his puppy teeth!

9. Cindy! You look fabulous in white! I can’t decide which look is my favorite! I love them all, but the Malibu set from Frank & Eileen is always a fave, and the white maxi dress…is also stunning. I love your inspirational photos, too! They are timeless and effortless but oh so gorgeous!

   1. Hi Annie

      I love that Malibu set from Frank & Eileen. I will be wearing it on the plane this week!

10. Another inspiring post, Cindy. Thanks!

    Your styling of these white outfits is perfect. I have been making more white choices lately. Whites and our Florida heat are a winning combination.

    1. Hi Rosemary

       I understand it is getting steamy in Florida right now!

11. Love these all-white looks on you! I always want to love them on myself, but somehow I always manage to spill something or rub up against something that is dirty in the first hour I wear one. Oh well…

    Scout is getting so big – he may be my favorite all-white look here!

    1. Hi Barbara

       White does have it’s issues!! Carry a bleach pen!!

12. I had to go back and count the number of looks you put together for this piece. 14! You are endlessly creative to come up with so many and they’re all wonderful. Along with your fun accessories, 2 of the best are your HAIR and SCOUT. More fabulous shades of white! I tend to go more towards cream or ivory but am getting more into white now that my hair is silver. Thanks for the inspo.

    1. Hi Wren

       I have published a few of those pictures before. Thank you, I do work hard to provide as many options as possible! I never wore white until my hair was white either!

13. I love all the looks, but my favorite white piece you own is Scouty. 🐾
    Seriously, I do love the looks but white jeans are out here, after labor day until mid September. It’s just too hot to wear any type of denim, unless we get a rare cold wave come through. I am wondering if Mary Ann is finding the same situation in FL?

    1. Scouty is pretty cute! I only wear white jeans on a rare cool day or evening here as well. I don’t think Mary Ann wears jeans in the summer in Florida either! She looks so cute in dresses …she is lucky!

14. I wish someone would explain why, with all the lightweight gauze available for summer clothes, most of the shirts/blouses have long sleeves. If the purpose of lightweight fabric is to keep the wearer cool, why aren’t the sleeves short, shorter, shortest? Long sleeves stick to the wearer’s arm and do not allow body/arm heat to escape. Rolling up the sleeves create more fabric folds and more to trap heat. Why are long-sleeves on so many supposed hot weather styles with hot weather fabric?

    1. Amen Sista! Here in VA, it is hard to wear a shirtdress or long sleeved blouse in the summer.

    2. Hi Linda

       Have you ever noticed what the tribal people in the desert wear? Long loose sleeves. Studies have proven a long loose garment of gauze or linen is supposedly cooler than anything else. I rarely wear sleeveless and have found the same to be true as long as the sleeves are loose.

15. You always look so chic! I love your outfits choice! I would like to know if your hair is white or blond, Thank you so much!

    1. Hi Priscilla
       My hair is white. My hair was very dark brown almost black when I was younger. I went gray about 15 years ago.

16. I’m so glad you noted that some persons look better in cream than white. Thanks for another morning with Cindy!

    On my last vacay I was surprised at how many woman wore a “ bandana sized” scarf, a great accessory. Oh! A set of pearls worn with hot weather outfits brought the casual look up a notch.

    1. Hi Ann

       I could never wear white until my hair was white! I have brown eyes and had dark brown hair when I was younger. Thanks for weighing in!

17. We both love the J. Jill gauze shirt! Don’t put it in the dryer (you probably wouldn;t)…mine shrunk a bit…but I think I can iron it out. I love the shirt dress with the belt . So Many good looks.

18. Hi,

    They all look so cool and summery! I was wondering if you had a link or any info on the handbag in the first photo.
    Thank you and happy Fourth!

    1. Hi Linda

       I think I sent this to you if not it is a french company sans arcidet. They are online and ship to the U.S

19. Cindy! You look stunning in all white! I can’t even pick a favorite! You look amazing!

    1. Hi Annie

       Thank you for always being so supportive!

       1. Cindy, everything looks awesome on you. White is becoming on you, well everything you put together always is. It helps how you seem to effortlessly create each look and the accessories are perfect too. There is so much to look at.
          Your fur baby Scout is adorable. It looks like Scout has you wrapped around his finger.

          1. Hi Katherine

             Scout is a total character, that is for sure!

    2. Hi Annie

       You are way too nice!!

20. I love all your all white looks! Layers and textures are the key it seems! And yes, Sarah and Tamara really know how to style whites and neutrals!

    1. Hi Ginger

       I agree layers and textures make the look in my opinion.

    2. Hi Ginger

       You are so right about layers and textures!!

21. As always, you wear it all so well! And a special cheer for your Purdue cap. Boiler up! 🙂 (We love seeing your sweet Summer too.) Happy Independence Day to you and your family!

    1. Happy 4th to you too you and Steve. I bet Houston is hot right now. It is so hard to get Summer to not make a funny face at this age!

    2. Hi Pam

       Thanks Pal! Love my Purdue caps!!

22. Hi Cindy,
    I’m reading this a day behind as usual, but I love all your looks and after seeing your fashion posts I want to run out and buy everything you are wearing! You are such a natural fashionista! I love how chic and effortless your outfits look,, and the way you’ve accessorized everything! I learn something from you each time.
    Xo Heidi

    1. Hi Heidi

       I think you know a bit about fashion yourself. You don’t need any help from me!!

23. Cindy,
    All of your outfits in white are amazing. I love the pieces, including the shoes and jewelry you pull together. I found the history of ‘no white after Labor Day’ interesting. In SoCal, summer doesn’t typically end temp-wise until October, as you know. I’ve not adhered to the rule, but it always crossed my mind as I put on white capris and sandals in late September. Haha.
    Karen B

    1. Hi Karen

       No kidding our “summers” are August, September and October!! Isn’t that interesting how the no white after labor day started? I had no idea either.

24. SUPER cute in all the white looks. You are a genius at accessorizing too! Love the ponytail/earring look …I am sporting that a lot here with the heat.

    1. Hi Mary Ann

       Whenever I have a ponytail it means I did not wash my hair that day!!

25. Please include links to your glasses – both sunglasses and reading glasses. I am now needing glasses full time and desperately welcome advice on choosing some that will be stylish and look good on me. Please help!!!

26. You look terrific in each outfit – such inspiration! Thanks for sharing such a variety. Summer is darling! Great looks on Sarah and Tamera too.

27. You look incredible in all white! So inspiring to see …. It really is ageless 🤍 and incredibly chic! And a sincere thanks for the compliment of believing I rock it too 🙏🏻

    1. Hi Sarah

       You do!! You are my fashion guru!!

28. Loved this post – you wear white beautifully – loved every outfit – once again you nailed it!

    1. Hi Judie

       Thank you so much. You are the best!!

29. I love this post.. I mostly wear black, white on top and neutrals. I always
    feel I look heavier in white pants, even though I am a size 8 but barely 5’4″,
    plus I am a magnet for spills!😂AlsoI have a love hate relationship with linen !
    I love it for hot weather and the look and feel of the fabric, its iron or not?
    I am trying some of those hints you gave and not iron them . I live in Arizona
    and its so hot, I need get back to wearing it. Anyway I went out and got white
    linen wide legs, very loose looking. and a great flax funky ankle pant. I am going
    to embrace some of those looks you have and see what happens. It has to
    be cooler than black, even black linen.LOL! Great looks!!Thanks!

    1. Hi Char

       I wear a lot of black too. I am a magnet for spills as well. I hope you love your linen!

30. You are so talented in putting together these different looks with layers and interesting accessories. I note that you manage to look as cool as a cucumber, while still being fully covered. Also, your hair is a beautiful crowning accessory. Thank you for the ideas and inspiration. I love it all.

    1. Hi Jaycee

       What kind words. I certainly appreciate it. I am a big linen fan, I am sure you have noticed. I think if you wear gauze or linen, it is cooler than wearing shorts which I personally do not wear.

31. Love all the looks! You have a great sense of style and putting pieces together. Boiler Up!

    1. Hi Jean

       Are you a Purdue grad? Thank you so much!

32. Cindy, love all the stylish and beautiful outfits on you and you carry them all so well!
    I have lots of linen garments I’ve collected over the years. I don’t wear them as often as I would like and the reason is that I grew up in the generation where all clothes were starched and ironed and at my age I don’t like to iron any more. Could you share with us the present day sort of rules on how to wear them either un-ironed or ironed with starch or a finish spray or just ironed with the steam iron. . Also, how do you launder and prepare these beautiful linens to wear? Whites can get dingy over time and especially with the washing machines of today that don’t put much water in them. What is the process you might use to keep them a fresh white? Thanks!

    1. Hi Judy

       Great questions! I do not iron my linens. I wash them in warm water, take them out, stretch and pull them into shape and air dry them outside. I do not use fabric softener. As far as whitening goes if mine get really dingy, I use oxy. I boil the water and throw it in the sink with whatever I need to brighten. It works wonders. Mary Ann taught me this trick for napkins (linen and cotton). I don’t iron them either. CP Shades actually sells their items wrinkled.

33. What a beautiful child!!Your pride shows in your smile.

    1. Hi Nan

       Thank you so much. She is darling inside and out. We are very lucky to have her in our life.

34. LOVE THE ALL WHITE LOOK ON YOU.
    Pus snippets of the NEW HOUSE!!

    1. Hi Eliz

       Well thank you my dear. More snippets to come as I get more put away!!

35. Your All White blog was very informative and inspirational! Your suggestion to use texture was just what I needef

    1. Hi Lee

       I am so glad you found it helpful. I believe texture is so important in neutral interiors as well. And I just happen to love it!!

36. Love the looks. Just wondering if the CP shades skirt requires a slip or is it lined. Thank you.

37. Cindy,
    I’ve dropped so many bloggers who seem to just “go shopping” while you inspire with design and more!
    You’re the best ..always fascinating in food, fashion, interiors, gardens…and grandaughter!

38. Three stylish ladies in one post with beautiful inspirational looks. Cindy, you always look fabulous! I love you in white! Thats for sharing your inspiration! Have a wonderful week.

39. Love the looks thank you Cindy and lovely picture of you and Summer 🙂 Happy days !

40. I am curious why the white eyelet skirt from BR Factory appears full length on you, but midi on the model and in the description is listed as midi. Thanks for any enlightenment.

41. I love all white and every outfit you modeled. You look terrific. I also love your beautiful home! Thanks for sharing.😎

42. Love many of your looks but not sure I can carry off the very long tops. I’m only 5’2. How tall are you?

    1. Hi Sandra

       I am 5’4. You could probably pull of the shorter versions, but I am certainly not tall!

       1. Thanks

43. You are always an inspiration, Cindy! Love these ideas – digging through my closet – I have many of the pieces. I also let my hair go silver and use your pictures to help guide my stylist! 🥰

    1. Hi Anna

       I am so happy to hear that. I always have to dig as well. You ladies force me to be more creative with my looks!!

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