Nothing to wear. Not one thing. You put in a valiant effort to get that chic look, but…alas… NOTHING. You’ve been shopping for years and years – but still nothing to wear. Sound familiar? Also, are you out of hangers despite not having one thing to put on. Solution? Wear black. All black everything. Genius! A black outfit. Instant chic, right? #maybe.
Yes – a black outfit can be THE most chic and no fail outfit. However, it can also be the-most-boring. How do you differentiate? Easy. Just remember these seriously-simple guidelines …
Try Textures!: Play with peplum, add quilted (like the vest I have on), or cozy it up with a chunky knit. Keeps the vibe fresh and modern. Street style. Another perk of textures with an all black outfit? Throw on a few different types of textures to your outfit! Think coated black leggings, a chunky wool sweater and suede OTK boots.
Faux Fur!: Perfect time of the year for the faux. Cozy, chic and keeps your look on trend. A scarf, shawl, pop pop hat – Done and done!
All About Accents!: Since you’re keeping the rest of your black outfit simple, you can easily get away with throwing on that fringe scarf or statement necklace or a bold bag. Notice how accenting with one color will POP!
Sparkle!: No better way to show off some shine than with an all black outfit. You will-not-believe the bling! Pile it on! Layer on bracelets, bangles, and baubles!
Loving the Lace!: Sheer, sassy and sophisticated. Upgrade your black outfit in an instant just by adding a lace top, cut-out cardigan, or detail in your shoes. Always a classic.
Which tip will you start with to upgrade your black outfit from boring to chic?
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This is a very chic outfit! And a great point to put out there – I love to wear black (it’s easy, slimming…) but it does tend to be a bit boring so this is great tips!
Thanks, Laura! I love wearing black (and navy) – but want to make sure there’s enough texture or enhancement to make it look more chic! 🙂
I am loving all the texture in this outfit and the finish with that gorgeously warm toned bag!
Thanks, Erin! And that bag is a FOUNT bag – made right here in my hometown of Cleveland! I am dying to add another to my collection!
Black is such a versatile color. You provided some wonderful tips here on different ways to wear it. The black leather jacket is one of my favorite wardrobe staples, but I can have a bit of an edgier style sometimes. Great post!
I think most of us like to wear black – its such a comfort color. But, its how we style it that makes the difference. Love a classic, black leather jacket too! Thanks for stopping by, Samantha!
This is the best outfit post for any fashionista living in a snowy state! It’s not just hard to not look boring in a black outfit, it is also hard not to look like the Michelin Man in a winter coat and “snow-wise” boots. You solved both of those issues with this chic outfit!!
haha – you’re SO right about the Michelin Man look, Missy! Too funny! We have to avoid that look at all costs!
I love wearing all black. For me, I feel thinner when I have all black on. But black also looks good with my skintone. I also think you can really dress up a black outfit with fancy jewelry, even if you aren’t going anywhere fancy!
I totally agree with you, Christine! Black is a really comfortable color. Its just about being mindful about styling it right to look your best. 🙂
I have to admit I LOVE wearing black, but I am SO guilty of making it boring. These tips are awesome for really jazzing up my next all black ensemble! Thanks!
Sometimes its just so easy to throw on all black and be done with it. But – with just a few reminders about how to make it look more polished you can really look incredible! Thanks for reading, Angela!
So true just adding a little texture or a scarf with faux fur adds the outfit to a whole new level!! Love your post and love black outfits!
The texture is a GREAT way to make a monotone outfit look more polished. Thanks, Kit!
You could never look boring your style is always on point! I love to mix textures as well it is a fun way of creating dimensional appeal in your look!
Aw….thanks, Ana! You’re the best! I think you are so mindful about your style and its just those little things (like mixing textures) that can really make an outfit look more sophisticated! muah!
I love that all black outfit! I’m all about accents too. Love the bag!
Thanks, Cynthia! The accents (when well chosen) can really make the outfit sophisticated and chic!
I am all about black clothes right now to cover my weight. But, I need to fix that because my look is way more boring than yours!
Hey Reesa – just add in a little texture or something fun (pom poms!) and it instantly upgrades the look! 🙂
All black outfits are my favorites and usually what I end up wearing. Adding texture or lace is also my favorite way of “spicing it up” I love your boots!!
Thanks, Angela! I also love adding in some texture! I’m so into velvet right now too!
Looking good, Karen, very chic. Have you been looking in my closet? LOL, it’s pretty much all black. But you’re right, it’s a great no-fail color.
haha – maybe, Debra! Black is THE go-to color, right?!
I am right there with you, loving the lace right now! I feel like I need some more black in my wardrobe now.
I always feel like I need more black clothes in my wardrobe! Just gotta mix it up a little bit so its not boring!
What a great chic winter outfit! Your beautiful blonde hair looks so striking against the black. I love black pieces! Gorgeous!
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Aw…thanks so much, Debbie! You’re so sweet!
I think all black outfits are some of the prettiest and nicest ones I’ve seen. You’re so right about adding sparkle
Always add some sparkle to give more oomph to an outfit, right? Thanks, Krystel! 🙂
Some great tips about making a black outfit more interesting. I love black lace and theres nothing better than a LBD! Can’t go wrong with black.
You really cant go wrong with black IF you are able to add some interest to the look. Otherwise it comes across kinda bland.. and those LBDs are always chic! Thanks, Jean! 🙂
I love black (and grey and blue) it works with my three little ones running around. But, I absolutely love the idea of adding some sparkle to dress up the outfit! So pretty 🙂
Sparkle is a no brainer way to just give a little more “something” to the look – to give it a glow! Thanks, Heather! 🙂
I love the pop of color from the bag! This is always such a nice touch in an all black ensemble look.
Isnt that bag incredible? Its made right in my hometown of Cleveland! FOUNT is the company – adore their stuff! Thanks, Suzanne! 🙂
I love this so much! I always struggle on wearing all the same color. I love that you talk about mixing textures etc. helps me a lot!
Thanks, Brittany! Don’t struggle – have fun with it.. and, its always aaaaamazing to do that monochromatic look. Very chic right now! 🙂
Accessorizing can definitely make an outfit! I love all of the different options you have listed here.
I love the brown bag with the black outfit, I so often think that I can’t mix brown and black but it looks so good!!
All black is 100% my GO TO for days when I’m feeling “blah”!! I always feel chic and glam. It is the best way to feel like you are a fashionista.
Fabulous tips girl!!! Black is my all time favorite color to wear. Black on blondes just looks amazing;-)
Wow, such a really fun outfit and I love to experience this black outfit