21 Perfect Pieces to Create Chic All-Black Ensembles

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When we just have no idea what to wear, we tend to rely on all-black ensembles. That said, we have to be careful when rocking one shade – it can drown U.S and even seem somewhat morbid.

Focusing on trendy or more contemporary pieces will make a monochromatic black ensemble pop, and we’ve selected 21 perfect pieces to nail the aesthetic. Read on to shop!

Tops

1. This silky top from Milumia has dainty lace cap sleeves and can be worn both day and night – starting at $18 on Amazon!

2. We’re obsessed with how this Bar III crop top uses both leather and chiffon to create a gorgeously edgy look – $60 at Macy’s!

3. The fuzzy quality of the knit in this oversized Free People sweater gives it a washed-out, softer look — on sale for $89 at Nordstrom!

4. There’s an asymmetrical cutout in this ribbed knit from Bar III, making it much more unique than your typical everyday sweater – $50 at Macy’s!

5. Make a serious style statement in this extra long ASTR the Label turtleneck with a gorgeous high split – $88 at Nordstrom!

6. For the onset of fall, this open front Topshop long cardigan is the ideal lightweight outer layer — on sale for $48 at Nordstrom!

Pair of trousers

7. Faux leather pants like this ankle-length pair from BLANKNYC are a fall and winter must-have – $98 at Nordstrom!

8. These faux leather straight leg pants from NYDJ have a tailored look that can be worn for the work week or the weekend – $89 at Nordstrom!

9. For a fitted leather look, these leggings from SPANX are the ultimate flattering and smoothing pair – $98 at Nordstrom!

10. Cargo pants like this pair from Cotton On are great for fall if you want to keep up with the Y2K trend – $60 at Macy’s!

11. You can never go wrong with a pair of high-waisted tailored pants like this pair from 1.STATE — on sale for $59 at Macy’s!

Skirts

12. Another faux leather staple is a mini skirt that looks exactly like this one from Bar III — on sale for $36 at Macy’s!

13. Faux suede feels softer and cozier, and we love the way the material was used to create this Umenlele Bodycon Mini Skirt – From $20 on Amazon!

14. This satin midi skirt from Verdusa is the definition of understated elegance – starting at $28 on Amazon!

15. Like this cargo-style mini skirt from WDIRARA is constructed and unlike anything we’ve seen on the market lately – starting at $13 on Amazon!

16. There are so many gorgeous ways you can wear this high-waisted pleated skirt from Anne Klein, plus it’s fun to twist in – $119 at Macy’s!

Dresses

17. Thousands of shoppers fell in love with this comfy tie belt dress from PRETTYGARDEN because of how flattering it is – from $33 on Amazon!

18. If you’re having a fancier event, you can always rely on this ASTR the Label slip dress to give you a million bucks – $89 at Nordstrom!

19. If you don’t know what to wear, make dressing easier by donning this simple button-up midi dress – $30 at Amazon!

20. Every little detail of this Charles David sweater dress, from the neckline to the slightly puffed sleeves, makes it a winning look – $89 at Nordstrom!

21. Another great sweater dress made for fall and winter is this easy version from Treasure & Bond – $69 at Nordstrom!

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