9 December 2016

All Black

One of my favourite easy to wear outfits is wearing all black. It's an outfit that can be worn to most occasions and you can still look like you've made some kind of effort, well kind of. The best way to style this look is by mixing different textures of clothing, which breaks down an all black outfit and as a result becomes more interesting. Everyone has those days where we reach for our black bottoms and tops, well apart from my mum, I don't think I've ever seen her in an all black outfit!

Black on black is a standard Winter dressing for many, below are a few black on black outfits to inspire you to make it look less than simple and more stylish. (All images are from Pinterest)


Mix light materials with heavy like a big wool knit jumper over trousers or a lace top under a jumper. You could wear a black silk shirt tucked into black high-waisted denim and then add a knitted cardigan or fur coat on top. If you did want to incorporate some colour into a black outfit, choose coloured shoes or accessories like bags/hats/scarves or statement jewellery.


There are loads of black clothing on the high street at the moment, different types of textures too from glitter, sequins, leather and velvet. Here are a few of my favourites.

Leather leggings are always a good option for an all black outfit, this one below is from Topshop and looks great with this sweater. (More options here)

Topshop Faux leather trousers £34

This Zara skirt is gorgeous on, I tried it on today with my t-shirt and trainers. Dress it up with heels and a black t-shirt for an evening look.

Zara Pleated layer skirt £25.99

If it's tops you're looking for I love this Y.A.S Jaq Burnout Leopard Shirt, I would wear over black jeans or have it tucked into a black leather skirt.


The Zara pearl jumper is another piece that will add interest to your outfit, wear over anything. 


Lastly, if it's a little black dress you're after, this ASOS White dress has many different textures to break up all the black, I love the chiffon material underneath and sleeve details.


Happy Shopping and remember black doesn't have to be boring.

(Here's similar post I did last year here)


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