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How To Style Black Basics

 

Stuck on your all black styling? This PLT post will have your black outfit dilemmas banished.

We’ve answered your most searched questions when it comes to ways to wear black.

 

From casual black outfits, how to wear black in autumn and the best black basics to buy this season – we got you!

 

How do you style a plain black outfit?

Whilst this all depends on your personal style, starting with black basics will make daily dressing easier than ever.

Here are our top PLT picks for black basics to buy this season:

#1. Basic bodysuits

Perfect to style with joggers, jeans or cargos. A true wardrobe staple.

Tall Black Soft Touch Short Sleeve Bodysuit

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#2. Black cropped hoodie

For those off-duty days when laidback is the vibe.

Black Over sized Crop Hoodie

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#3. Basic midi dress

A must-have for layering season.

Black Ribbed Crew Neck Midi Dress

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#4. Basic skirt

It’s a fact, a basic black skirt will never let you down.

From brunch to bar, student drinks to all night partying – a basic black mini skirt is the go-to.

Black Woven V Front Waist Micro Mini Skirt

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#5. Basic dress

Say cya to the question of what to wear on a night out? A classic LBD is the ultimate ride or die.

Black Slinky Cut Out Back Racer Detail Bodycon Dress

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How can I be stylish with black clothes?

It’s pretty much a fashion fact that black is the most chic colourway you can style.

Not only is it timeless but by layering all black looks you can feel extra AF with minimal effort.

Seriously, whether you’re all about basic clothing or love to make a statement with your outfits, black clothing will never let you down.

Here’s 5 ways to wear black:

Jeans & A Nice Top

Black Woven Longline Boned Corset

 

Double Denim

Washed Black Seam Detail Corset Waist Jeans

 

Trending Waistcoats

Black Woven Boxy Cropped Waistcoat

Black Woven Contrast Waistband Tailored Wide Leg Trousers

 

Y2K Vibes

PRETTYLITTLETHING Black Ribbed Trim Detail Bodycon Dress

 

Heading Out Out

Black Slinky Ruched Wrap Over Mini Skirt

 

Thinking more clean girl inspired outfit vibes?

Black Strappy Contour Sculpt Bodycon Dress

Petite Black Contour Sculpt Leggings

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How to wear black in autumn?

Black clothing is for sure a go-to all year round but we’d say it’s 100% an essential in your autumn wardrobe.

Whether you’re wanting throw on and go inspo for a casual black outfit or maybe you’re heading out out and want to style up autumnal staples.

Whatever the agenda, black clothing is one of our absolute faves for AW season!

Here’s five looks that will give your ALL the inspo when it comes to wearing black this autumn:

Washed Grey Wrap Detail Denim Skort

Black Distressed Look Oversized Belted Hem Biker Jacket

Tall Black Structured Contour Ribbed Split Hem Leggings

PRETTYLITTLETHING Black Slogan Front Teddy Jacket

Plus Black Faux Leather Contrast Quilted Lining Oversized Biker Jacket

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How do you wear a black jumper dress?

We’d recommend starting with transitional outfits for autumn before layering up in the colder months.

We’re thinking cropped jacket or blazer teamed with black biker boots…

Here’s three black jumper dress looks to love:

Black Roll Neck Ribbed Knit Jumper Dress

Shape Black 2 In 1 High Neck Balloon Sleeve Bodycon Jumper Dress

Black Side Split Oversized Midi Sweat Jumper Dress

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