Supermodel Anja Rubik via Stockholm Street Style
IT’S a well known fact that stylish Melburnians love to wear black.
Truth is, black acts as a virtual security blanket. As it’s a shade not a colour, the general theory is by wearing it you will become a shadow.
It is the perfect tone for blending into the background, hiding those unwanted lumps and bumps, or for those who don’t wish to be noticed when they’re having a bad hair day.
But worn well, black can also make a significant impact.
How you ask?…
1. By combining differing textures within the shade they will stand out from each other – such as black lace over black leather; a sheer silk organza dress over a black cotton bodysuit; or pleated wide leg pants paired with a simple t-shirt.
Harpers Bazaar Australia editor, Christine Centenera works a Lover lace dress over Balmain leather pants and black stilettos outside the couture shows in Paris via Stockholm Street Style
Zuzanna Bijoch via Stockholm Street Style is pleating fabulous in all black
2. Adding visually appealing accessories – such as a statement hat or headpiece, oversized dark sunglasses, signature shoes or a designer carry-all in an inky hue – will bring impact to the total look.
Shala Monroque via Stockholm Street Style adds a playful element to her summery style with a Spanish hat and vintage tote
3. Ensuring the tones of black are varied – for example matching faded and washed-out jeans with an onyx flavoured top, a darkest charcoal leather jacket, or combat boots in worn out dusky leather – will transform the look from all-in-one mash up, to a stunning black hybrid.
Supermodel Natasha Poly works the all black look effortlessly with a statement leather jacket, dark Jackie O-inspired frames, and patent sandals.
via Stockholm Street Style
These simple tips can be combined for an effortless all-black ensemble that will make you the envy of all peeps who pass you and have the street style snappers blinding you with their flashbulbs.