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The history, origins, and rules of all-white parties
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White parties are events or celebrations where the color theme is white. The guests wear white, there’s white food, and all the decorations are white. But where did these parties come from, and how did they come to be? We’ve answered all your questions about white parties in this article! From the history behind them to the common rules, we have all the information you need, so keep reading to learn more.
Things You Should Know
- A white party is a fundraiser, party, or other celebration where all party-goers wear white.
- White parties may have started in the 1980s as a fundraiser for HIV/AIDS prevention.
- White parties made their way into the Black community as hip-hop legends started hosting them in the 1990s.
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QuestionCan I use non-white accessories?Jove Meyer is the founder and principal of Jove Meyer Events. An award-winning event planner, designer, and LGBTQ+ advocate, Jove’s work has been featured in Vogue, The New York Times, Refinery29, and Martha Stewart and more. Jove has been named as a “Wedding Guru” from US Weekly and as one of the top wedding planners in the USA from The Knot, Brides, Harper's Bazaar, Over the Moon, and WedVibes. He received a BA in Political Science from Columbia University.Yes, you can use non-white accessories at a white party, but make sure to respect the dress code. If you love color, let your accessories be the way you add that flair. Just aim for 90–95% of your outfit to be white to show that you’re honoring the theme and the couple’s wishes. Make sure your colorful additions complement your overall look without overpowering it. Metallics or pastel shades can also be a subtle way to add variety while keeping with the elegant vibe of a white party. It’s about finding the balance between expressing your personal style and being part of the celebration. A thoughtful touch will make your outfit unique and memorable without breaking the theme.
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- ↑ https://kids.kiddle.co/White_Party
- ↑ https://www.colorpsychology.org/white/
- ↑ https://socialmiami.com/the-white-party/
- ↑ https://www.gq.com/gallery/p-diddy-white-party-the-most-stylish-day-in-history
- ↑ https://www.peerspace.com/resources/all-white-party-ideas/
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