I've Worn This Outfit for 10 Years, and It Will Never Go Out of Style
Let’s just get straight to the point. I’m one of those fashion editors who live in all black. Call it cliché or boring, but the look is just, well, me. In fact, I’ve more or less worn the same uniform for the last 10 years—black jeans, some sort of top, a leather jacket, and boots or sneakers. Yes, of course I’m all about experimenting with new trends and pushing the boundaries, but a simple all-black look just works for me. In my opinion, it’s effortless, sleek, and will always be in style.
And you know what? Other fashion peeps are also on my level. You can think back to those classic all-black Audrey Hepburn looks all the way to now, with It girls taking to IG to highlight all-black ’fits on the regular. To that, I decided to showcase some of my favorite ensembles below to convince you further that the all-black uniform will always be in. And if you go a bit further, I shopped out some of the coolest black pieces of the moment as well.
Leather pants and a fuzzy pullover feels very right now.
You can’t go wrong with an eye-catching LBD and pointed booties.
Keep it chill in a cool sweatshirt, trousers, and sneakers.
A leather dress and turtleneck paired with thigh-high boots feels unexpected (and so right).
Try this look when you’re running around on the weekends with the moto jacket and jeans.
A long-sleeve dress paired with unique flats could easily become your new go-to night-out look.
When in doubt, embrace a sophisticated black suit to make a statement.
While simple, a black sweater paired with skinny jeans just always works.
Don't be afraid to play with different textures, like incorporating a faux-fur coat into your jeans and top ensemble.
Try this ’fit featuring a blazer coat, trousers, and flats for your 9-to-5 life.
Now, shop stylish black finds:
Next, check out seven items to buy if you only wear black.
Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.
-
The 5 Jacket Trends New Yorkers Are Wearing to Elevate Their Basic Jeans
Give your denim outfit rotation an update.
By Michelle Scanga
-
Emma Chamberlain's World: Her Warby Parker Collab, Two-Phone Rule, and Spiciest Fashion Takes
"I just want to bring the most joy to people."
By Anna LaPlaca
-
5 Ways to Wear the Anti-Baggy Pant Trend That Has Us Divided
The outfit inspo you didn't know you needed.
By Natalie Cantell
-
Swapping Your Sneakers for This Timeless Shoe Trend Will Make You Look Instantly Richer
It’s giving wealth.
By Michelle Scanga
-
6 Ways Fashion People Wear Sparkles Without Looking Over-the-Top
If you're feeling just a little bit festive.
By Natalie Cantell
-
My Vibe Is "Paris After Dark"—6 Elegant Going-Out Outfits From French Women I'm Trying
Chic.
By Natalie Cantell
-
6 Chic Winter Outfits From Madewell That'll Have People Believing You Hired a Secret Stylist
I won't tell.
By Eliza Huber
-
Who Needs a Stylist When This New AI Tool Just Dressed Me for Free?
My new virtual BFF.
By Nikki Chwatt