How To Accessorize A Black Dress

A Black Dress is a classic staple for any woman’s wardrobe. The Black Dress is elegant, timeless, flattering and versatile. Because of its versatility, a Black Dress can be worn to almost everything simply by how you accessorize it. Jewelry, shoes, purses, belts, jackets and other accessories can take a simple sheath styled for a casual look all the way to elevated chic. Choose accessories that are eye catching and create visual interest. In this post we are sharing a variety of accessories that we would use to style a Black Dress. It’s probably one of the most fun items in your closet to style.

How To Accessorize A Black Dress

There are 5 categories of accessories to choose your unique look for any Black Dress. Remember sometimes the simple elegance of the dress is complimented best by choosing a simply elegant accessory. Coco Chanel- “Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take one thing off.”

Jewelry

Jewelry looks beautiful against the backdrop of a Black Dress. Gold tone, sliver tone, pearls, acrylic and turquoise are dependable choices. Sliver, diamonds and pearls would elevate your look. Gold tone goes with any type of event. Turquoise would be a more casual choice. Balance is important here. A stud earring would work with a statement necklace or a statement earring to draw attention to a unique neckline.

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Footwear

Are you going for a casual look- pick boots, booties or a casual shoe. If you are looking for something more elevated- heels always. Black or nude are great footwear colors. Remember nude shoes elongate your legs.

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Belts

A belt looks great against a simple Black Dress. This is another area where you can get very creative. If the dress has very little detail a more detailed belt would be a great option of choice. A leather belt, chain belt, suede belt, western inspired belt are some of the choices you could consider. A wider belt would balance out a dress style that is midi or maxi length.

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Purses

We found some wonderful choices in this category. You can add some great detail or a pop of color here – red is having a moment right now. We added the Strathberry- Osette and the Michael Kors Tribecca Large Quilted Crossbody in the bright red. The Kurt Geiger Shoreditch Crossbody would be perfect for a formal event outfit paired with the Jeffrey Campbell Petit Ankle Strap Pump. Purse choice also depends on what you need to bring- phone, wallet and keys- make sure your belongings will fit.

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Jackets and Blazers

If you will need a third piece to complete your outfit, there are many possibilities with jackets and blazers. Casual, elegant, warmth, edgy- you can tailor this category very easily. We love leather moto jackets and jean jackets with Black Dresses but the blazers from Veronica Beard and Banana Republic are great too!

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Outfit Ideas

Here we would like to show ideas for styling one dress two ways to show how these accessory categories can create an outfit depending on your style.

From Day To Night

The accessories can take this outfit from a day time look to a night out. This dress by Kobi Halperin is the perfect straight sheath with pockets. Love the Chanel like shoe above- it has gotten rave reviews. Click here for this Jon Josef Daniela Block heel shoe.

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From Classic to Elevated

This is a perfect example of the versatility of one dress- taking it from classic to elevated with accessories. The dress is by Vince and this slip dress is a timeless classic with an easy fit and adjustable straps. If you are looking for a slip dress that is a better price point check this Aritzia Slip Dress out. It comes in many colors and Bev has one in rust -it’s so good.

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From Casual to Elevated

The dress and accessories above are another example of putting together a look that could be more casual or elevated. Also, you could put any combination of these together and you would look polished and put together. The camel and black combo is always a win. This vest by Michael Kors would go with denim and dark brown. It is wool with side pockets and is perfect for when the weather starts to cool off.

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Scroll down to the other photos of Black Dresses and more accessories that we found. Please let us know if you found something you liked or inspired you to put together from items in your own closet.

Bev and Val

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