Hello ladies! Are you one of those girls who loves black and can never seem to have enough of it in your wardrobe? Well, don’t worry! You are not alone! Every fashion girl knows that this colour can make you look fab for every event. But, you can’t that deny too much of anything gets a little boring and monotonous. So, we are here with a bag full of amazing tips to wear all black, without looking boring at all. Go rock this sexy colour like a boss! After all, women who wear black, lead colourful lives!
1. Mix textures
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…because wearing all black in the same fabric can really look very boring. If you are going for an all black outfit, make sure you mix the textures and fabrics well. Lace, velvet, wool, leather, satin – different fabrics together can make a fantastic-looking outfit!
How to wear it: Wear a plain black sweater dress, pair it with leather boots and sheer tights and throw on a suede or faux fur black coat. The variation in the fabrics will pull the outfit together and won’t make it look monotonous.
2. Make way for metallics and embellishments
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Metallics and embellishments are hot trends this season and hold the power to pep the simplest of your outfits. Either choose a statement piece with a metallic finish or add a lot of embellishments and let it take the attention of your outfit.
How to wear it: Wear a metallic pleated skirt with a black top and boots. Add a black coat or a jacket to complete the look. Keep the accessories minimal.
3. Layer it up
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The best way of getting rid of monotony in an all black outfit is adding a lot of layers. You can use sweaters, shrugs, sleeveless jackets, crop tops and coats for the same. Not only will layering add details to your outfit but also, will keep you warm in winters.
How To Wear It: A classic leather jacket is an easy way to layer an outfit and look fantastic!
4. Break the monotony by showing some skin
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Break the monotony of all black by showing a hint of skin through the clothes. The best way of doing it would be wearing crop tops and cropped sweaters. If you are doubtful about showing your waist, cold shoulder tops, front slit tops and off shoulders are subtle ways of wearing all-black with a hint of sexy.
How To Wear It: Don’t want to reveal too much? If you are wearing shoes, let your ankles show. It would be a good way of breaking the monotony.
5. Amp up your accessories
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Let your accessories do the talking when you are sporting an all black look. Not only do bold accessories break the monotony of all black, but can also make your outfit look dressy. Invest in classy hats, attention grabbing shoes, bags and cute scarfs
How to wear it: Add a layered pearl necklace over a black dress and turn an office outfit into a glamorous party-ready one.
6. A pop of lip colour
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Sport a bright lip shade to add a little colour to an all black outfit. It’s the perfect way of pepping up a dull outfit. Pinks, oranges and reds can seriously bring an all-black outfit alive.
How to wear it: If you don’t wanna go too bright, choose from berry and plum shades. A deep dark lip will seriously add a sultry twist to your style.
7. Play with proportions
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Dramatic sleeves, uneven hemlines and interesting necklines can brighten up a simple outfit. You must know how to play with proportions to bring out the best in an outfit. The key is to balance the proportions. Balance a baggy sweater with slim fit trousers and vice versa.
How to wear it: Bell sleeves, frills and peplum styles are fun silhouettes that will ensure your all-black look doesn’t look boring!
8. Shades of black
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Experiment with different shades of dark colours. Dim gray, charcoal, ebony, noir…you have a whole world of shades to choose from! Mix and match them to create a perfect all black outfit.
How To Wear It: One tip would be to use acid washed colours to add texture to your outfit.
9. Pay attention to cut and fit
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As flattering as black can make you look, unflattering fit can steal it’s thunder. Make sure all your clothes are tailored to fit you perfectly.
How to wear it: Black pants and blazers are a great idea to get tailored.
10. Bring on the quirk
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Head to toe in any fabric would make any outfit look monotonous. Add on a little dashes of quirk with quirky patchwork, prints, sunnies, edgy shoes or a fur bag. You will stand out and look amazing AF!
How to wear: You can carry a statement clutch with an all black outfit or wear quirky shoes to break the monotony and make your outfit look sassy.
So, how are you going to wear your blacks now?
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