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Puru · 09-02-2009, 10:34 AM

I've never understood this rule. No one ever explained to me the "no white after labor day" thing.
Also, I've never owned a pair of white shoes, so no, I don't wear white shoes after labor day.

skaternum · 09-02-2009, 01:47 PM

September 1st? Hon, you're all confused. It's Labor day, not September 1st. And yes, I will put them away on Monday.

2goldens · 09-02-2009, 03:23 PM

I grew up (Long Island) with this rule too. My Mom was a fashion designer in NYC (Klein) and, yes it's after Labor Day.

Down here in Florida I do not think the same rule applies due to the tropical weather.

plaidmom · 09-02-2009, 03:50 PM

Do nurses even wear white shoes anymore?

I'm with the other posters who said they don't even own white shoes (other than tennis or running shoes). There are so many other light/neutral styles that are much more flattering to the feet and legs.

Ketabcha · 09-02-2009, 04:27 PM

I would look like Minnie Mouse in white shoes because I have big feet.

No way. But I grew up with a mother who taught us to follow the "white shoe law."

virgode · 09-02-2009, 04:28 PM

I never wear white shoes any time of year, unless there sandals.
Clinton and Stacey wouldn't like us!

DKVA · 09-02-2009, 04:37 PM

I can't even remember the last time I wore white shoes/sandals. Only sneakers and then not too often.
But I do remember hearing that old rule. Who cares-What ever floats your boat. If it coordinates with what you're wearing who cares- or for that matter who should care as long as your happy!

jersgrl1969 · 09-02-2009, 04:38 PM

Yes, along with my spats, high-buttoned shoes, and bustle!

LaceyEx · 09-02-2009, 04:47 PM

Wow a simple and etiquette question that even Oprah has asked many times and some of you have to attack.

NCN-I had always heard that rule and adhered to it. I, like you, thru school, first jobs-no pants/slax-always dresses or suits/heels/hose. Maybe for some reason we were better off as we learned "class".

As far as white-I really don't own any anymore-but my "total lady G-Ma" would be appalled if we wore white after Labor Day.

Umbria · 09-02-2009, 05:14 PM

It's not just white shoes - it's white slacks, shorts. jackets. coats. I guess it's never been a real issue since by Sept 1 I'm ready to put away the summer stuff and get out the fallish stuff. But as someone else mentioned, it's something you learn early and it sticks - I have no reason to want to keep wearing that stuff after Labor Day.