Every now and then I just get an urge to wear all black. I think it’s sort of like a superhero mentality; your putting on a disguise that feels mysterious, powerful, sophisticated, and a little bit dangerous. It’s an outfit you can’t wear all the time though, or it loses it’s mystique.
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Honestly, wearing all black can be a tad boring. In order to make it look chic and not lazy, layer different pieces varying in texture, hue, and prints. Here I paired my black blazer from Target, Urban Outfitters 3/4 black top with stud detailing, BDG faded black pants, peep toe lace up boots, and a black knit beanie.
I love the wedged heel on these boots. Wedges are definitely in right now, and it doesn’t hurt that they make walking in heels much more bearable.
I also play around with my makeup because all black works as a great blank canvas. Here I’m wearing a deep green color on my lids and a peachy pink on my lips. (Okay, so that really isn’t much of a risk-taking face, but I’m getting there!).
How often do you wear an all black ensemble? Are you a fan, or do you think it just looks safe? How do you add interest to an all black outfit? Enjoy!
~Maria
Jonathan Volk
6 months ago
I used to wear all black 24/7.
But I do enjoy the occasional all black outfit again. hehe
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admin Reply:
January 14th, 2010 at 5:48 pm
That’s what first got me!
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Lacretia
6 months ago
I LOVE the black on black combo, but I can never pull it off, for fear of clashing shades of black (it’s one of my pet peeves, really). How do you get around that issue?
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admin Reply:
January 14th, 2010 at 5:55 pm
Hmm, by clashing do you mean they aren’t all the same shade of black? I don’t mind that so much (my pants are pretty faded and look almost blue in these pictures), and I think that it can add dimension to the outfit. If you’re still concerned, just keep experimenting with pieces until you feel comfortable. Does this help?
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Marsadie
6 months ago
Adorable! I love it. Black pieces never fail IMO.
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admin Reply:
January 14th, 2010 at 5:56 pm
Agreed!
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Janine
6 months ago
I’m with Mars – I love neutrals, especially black.
LOVE those boots.
A *little* safe – maybe add layers of chain necklaces. That’s just my style though.
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admin Reply:
January 14th, 2010 at 5:57 pm
You’re so right. Or maybe even a tee with some sort of pattern on it next time?
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Emmy Hristova
6 months ago
I really like this! But I thought your jeans were blue? I kind of like it better with blue jeans then their intentional black color but that’s just me. Yes I think an all black outfit is boring, but from my experience, you receive quite a reaction from people when wearing all black if you normally wear color. I coincidentally planed to wear all black tomorrow before reading your post! It’s a black and pink outfit and you’ll see it tomorrow! LOVE YOU!
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admin Reply:
January 15th, 2010 at 12:14 pm
They are pretty faded and I took this picture late in the day, so my darn camera kept picking up a weird blue color! They’re more black with grey fading in real life. I’m looking forward to seeing your outfit!!
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