The all-white outfits that work best in between seasons mix crisp cotton with soft knits, and a little cream alongside pure white. A few basics make it easy. Donde Esteban's white cotton-voile Lanzarote shirt, Nili Lotan's cream Megan jeans, Bottega Veneta's white knitted silk cardigan and Herbert Levine's cream Rule the Day flats are a good foundation.

A crisp shirt and pleated trousers is the smartest version of all-white. Loretta Caponi's lace-trimmed Angela blouse and Frame's white pleated Avenue trousers are the base, with Alaïa's laser-cut Neo Vienne flats and Polo Ralph Lauren's beaded floral bag adding texture.

A white midi dress is simple enough to wear anywhere. Proenza Schouler's ribbed Mathilde midi is the one to reach for, with Simkhai's floral-appliquéd Willow sandals, L'Atelier Nawbar's gold Buoy hoops and Jimmy Choo's gold Sweetie clutch for a little shine.

White jeans are the base of most all-white outfits. Citizens of Humanity's embroidered Lindz jeans and TWP's white His Tee make an easy start, and Carolina Herrera's ivory crepe jacket and Burberry's check-trimmed Robin flats finish it.

A soft knit over a mini dress is the relaxed weekend version. Allude's cream cable-knit sweater and Ilkyaz Ozel's white gathered Khara mini make a good pair, and Dôen's ivory Anisa cardigan and Le Monde Beryl's beige velvet Claudia flats add warmth.

All-white outfits look polished with very little effort, but they do need a bit of planning. If you take one thing away, let it be that mixing shades of white and cream, along with different textures, keeps the look from falling flat. A crisp shirt next to a soft knit or a lace blouse next to denim is what makes it interesting. We would skip very sheer fabrics unless you have the right layers underneath. White jeans and a white shirt are the pieces you will get the most use from, and cream knits carry the look into colder weather.