How to wear the total black look?

While it enhances all silhouettes and brings an effortlessly chic touch, black is above all the best friend of fashionistas of yesterday and today. But is it as easy as you think to dress all in black? A quick overview of how to wear the total look without fear of...

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Mix materials & cuts

In the era of monochrome and the colorblock trend, one might think that sporting an all-black look is child's play. Think again! Dressing in black is not synonymous with piling on solid-colored garments, but rather an exercise in style that is more subtle than it seems. The good news is that it is rare to make a fashion faux pas when it comes to an all-black look, especially in the autumn-winter season, a time particularly suited for dark colors.

To don your most beautiful monochrome attire, we first advise you to focus on a variety of cuts and materials. This mix will break the smooth and sometimes grim aspect of black, adding style to your outfit. The same goes for color: like any other hue, black comes in a multitude of shades, some darker and some denser (ebony black, charcoal, raven wing…). Create a mix & match of several shades of black, and your look will be all the stronger for it. Finally, play with the cuts and volumes of your clothing: dare to pair baggy denim with heels, or a fitted knit dress with an oversized leather bomber.

Find your style

The advantage of black? It suits all body types, all skin tones, and all hair colors! Flattering regardless of your silhouette, it is a friend to both a sharp look and a casual outfit. So, to stand out in autumn monochrome, it's up to you to find your own style. However, be careful not to fall into clichés: an all-black outfit does not necessarily mean a rock, gothic, or rigid look. If for you fashion is a playground, have fun, for example, with layering different black pieces of various styles, materials, and cuts. If you prefer a more understated look, opt for luxurious materials (leather, wool, satin…) and quality cuts to give a premium effect to black.

Accessorize!

Come on, we’ll give you the real secret for making an all-black look work: focus on accessories! They are what will dress up and modernize a dull black outfit. The choice of shoes is therefore crucial: even if they are black, they can twist your look with their shape, details, or material. Heeled babies or pumps will indeed add a touch of elegance, while sneakers will complete a casual look with discretion. Beyond shoes, you can accessorize your look with a beanie or beret, or a pair of original black sunglasses. However, the ultimate accessory remains the bag: a handbag, a shoulder bag, or a crossbody bag, a black bag will always be a great ally. Opt for leather if you want to highlight the material; choose synthetic for a more trendy model (crocodile grain, patent…)