What To Wear With A Black Top!

Today’s post is focusing on the black top for summer. Neutrals tend to be our favorite along with white and the occasional pop of color but wearing black is probably the most universally utilized. Just like white, it looks good on everyone. Wearing any black top instantly adds a degree of sophistication to your outfit. Black tops are always included in any travel wardrobe that is chic and streamlined. Add a casual black shirt to black pants, a black skirt, white pants or jeans, black denim or blue denim…it all looks fashionable! Pair a printed black shirt with a pair of wide leg white jeans and a casual shoe or sandal for a fun summery look!

Black adds a certain elegance to your look- it is fresh and crisp. Black tops can certainly be worn in the summer and they will work well into the fall too! We have selected some of our favorite black tops that are available now and would love to share them with you.

What To Wear With A Black Top!

We realize that the price points for black tops can be all over the board. We have narrowed our search down to Black Tops Under $100, Black Tops Over $100 and Black Tops Over $200. Some of the higher price points can create a very elegant outfit or become a mainstay in your weekly rotation. We then put together some inspo boards to see how you would go about styling the black top!

Black Tops For Summer Under $100

Here are some of our picks for black tops that are under $100. The affordable price point makes it even more achievable!!

Bev’s favorite, hands down is the Avara Blake Top- she’s obsessed. Bev has the Blake Top in black and white and wants to order another set just in case they go out of production. Haha!

Val’s favorite is the Tuckernuck Black Finley Flutter Sleeve. It is light and airy for the summer. Because this top is not clingy, it is a favorite for warmer days.

This Banana Republic Rhapsody Poplin Halter is an alternative to wearing a black tank under a jacket or blazer. Also, this piece would look great on it’s own if it’s really hot out.

Another top by Tuckernuck- the Tory Flutter Sleeve has a v-neck with a flutter sleeve. This would look nice styled with a high-waisted pant.

This Halter Neck Chiffon Top by River Island is found at Nordstrom. It has a black and white polka dot fabrication. This long sleeve chiffon blouse has a fabric corsage and cold shoulder detail that would be great on a very hot day because this is a very flowy and light weight top.

This Maeve Poplin Pintuck Blouse is another wardrobe staple. Beautifully simple and great for any jeans.

Just click on the photo of the top you like to be taken to that item’s website for more information!

Black Tops For Summer Over $100

We have found four beautiful tops in this category. The black top is a perfect transition piece as we start edging hopefully very slowly to fall.

This Ted Baker Ingriid Puff Sleeve Eyelet Blouse is found at Nordstrom and at Ted Baker. It would look great with a white skirt or pant.

This Tuckernuck Black Eyelet Emi Tee has beautiful detail in the back. Scalloped layers of eyelet lace would make this the perfect top to do a front tuck with.

This Veronica Beard Coralee Knit Button-Front Puff Sleeve top would look great with a skirt or any pair of jeans. Also, would look great with wide leg pants too!

This Chico’s Linen Off-Shoulder Cutwork Top is a beautiful top with intricate detail. Love this one and better yet it is on sale!

Just click on the photo of the top you like to be taken to that item’s website for more information!

Black Tops For Summer For Over $200

The last category- Black Tops for summer over $200 could be the perfect gift to ask for. We chose items that are classic and timeless. Put them over any black or white pant and you have an effortless and elegant look that can take you anywhere!

This Ginger & Smart Grace Silk Tie-Neck top is simply elegant. This would look wonderful with a pair of wide leg, high waisted trousers out of a flowy material. Also throw on a leather moto jacket for a bit of edge.

This Tuckernuck Black Guipure Lace Mason Top is another great top that has a lot of interest in the back with a beautiful tie. Pair this with a slimmer pant, like a pair of coated skinny jeans and a strappy sandal.

The Frame Gillian Puff Sleeve Silk Blouse is a beautiful blouse to have for any season. It is a classic.

This long sleeved Cinq a Sept McKenna Knot Waist Shirt would look great with a pencil skirt for work look.

This Doen Henri Ruffled Puff-Sleeve Top is a fun top. Style with a great pair of white or light wash jeans.

This Finley Crosby Flounce Neck & Sleeve Silky Poplin Shirt would be a great shirt to take on vacation. This could be worn with jeans, pants and skirts. Love it!!

Just click on the photo of the top you like to be taken to that item’s website for more information!

Styling Black Tops

We have created some inspiration boards for each category that include jewelry and belts. Gold and Black, Gold and Neutral, Black and Silver, Black and White- the combinations are many. Have fun looking through these. For any item that you’d like, click on the photo carousel for more information.

Styling A Black Halter Top

We love the slim fit of this halter top. The Banana Republic Rhapsody Poplin Halter is an example of a black top that can be dressed up and worn to a more formal event. It also will work beautifully under a blazer or leather jacket for the fall.

Styling An Off The Shoulder Black Top

This off the shoulder black top from Chico’s is so pretty and better yet…it is on sale for $39.98! A black top paired with white is always a winning combination.

Styling A Short Sleeve Black Top

The Finley Crosby Black Top is so feminine and basically can be dressed up with a patent leather belt and pretty earrings or dressed down with white or black jeans and a casual belt and earrings.

Styling A Tie Neck Black Top

You could literally wear this top all four seasons. We dressed it up a bit here but it would also be super cute with white jeans in the summer and a leather blazer and jeans in the fall. We envision this top with a pair of coated black jeans in the winter with booties and some of your favorite accessories!

Styling A Puff Sleeve Black Top

A more sophisticated look!

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Black tops are a staple for us at any season! So simple to style which saves you some time in the morning!! Let us know what some of your favorite black tops are in the comments below!

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