Most of all, black is the color of the fall/winter season. When the skies turn gray and the rain is more likely to pour down from the clouds, this dark hue suits the mood and environment.
But to keep from looking too much like a depressed Gothic Lolita, or being mistaken for Wednesday Addams of The Addams Family, add a sharp pop of white to liven things up.
The best way to revitalize a head to toe black look is with a crisp white collared shirt. Stick the collar out of the neck of a black knitted sweater, boyfriend blazer, or feminine lace top.
The stark contrast of bright and clean against dark and deep is head-turning and youthful. It’s kind of like when the sun bursts through after a day’s worth of storm clouds and rainfall. You cannot help but smile and feel hopeful about things.
Check out these two black and white looks that are anything but boring.
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