Black is a staple color in the wardrobes of many women and it’s virtues as a flexible & essential part of any wardrobe are endless.

• Black can be a classy and sophisticated look for a corporate office or business function.

• Black can be minimalistic and chic.

• Black can be your wallpaper to a bold statement!

• Black can be fantastically slimming (thus the little black dress as a wardrobe essential).

• Black can be flexible & can be mixed and matched with almost all of the other colors in your wardrobe.

• Black doesn’t show dirt as easily (for the clumsy in all of us).

…need we go on?

The best way to work with an all black outfit is amp up the accessories.

Glamorous
Spend a Saturday morning perusing the local markets & thrift stores in search of a vintage style brooch or two. Pin them onto your outfit however you see fit. Throw on some pearls for some more old world charm. If vintage isn’t your cup of tea, a few silver bangles, an understated simple matching necklace and some drop earrings will look equally as glam. Hot pink fingerless gloves are rather girly glam too, if that’s your game.

Sophisticated
So you’ve got your hair styled in a sleek bun & you’re black pants suit is ready for action, but you can’t help but feel a little something is missing? That would be your dear friend COLOR! For something simple and inoffensive that will not detract from your sophisticated get up, try some red lips & coordinate with a red ribbon in your hair. Some plain gold or silver jewelery can also work a charm.

Modern Chic
Black is simple and chic already so if chic is the name of the game, keep it that way. Try some white opaque stockings for an effortlessly smart look. You could team this up with a simple silk scarf or tie around your waist, neck or wrist.

Bold
Black is the backdrop for your marvelous accessories, so work them! If bold is what you’re after then a the best place to start is by pinning a huge bow in your hair. Loulou Loves You has a fantastic range that will make you stand out from the crowd in the best possible way. Team with some bright patent pumps (go for yellow or hot pink) and you are ready to own the footpath & storm the city!

Corporate / City
Black trenches are a greatly versatile wardrobe option for the cooler months but whatever cute ensemble you’ve pieced together underneath ends up lost in a sea of black. To make your black coat pop with a bit of attitude, try cinching it at your waist using your favorite belt, go for red or electric blue! Match with your shoes & you’re all set.

How do you dress up black?
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