A little black dress is a wardrobe staple that every woman should have, and if you don't have one yet, after knowing how much you can do with it by adding accessories, you’ll be running to get one.
Black is a suitable color for most occasions, but we must also be careful with the dress design we choose so that it is appropriate for the event. For example,
for evening events you can wear a longer, more revealing dress, whereas
for more formal events, you can choose a style that falls below the knees and is slightly more covered on top. Also, keep your most notable features in mind to know which one will suit you best; if you are short, opt for short dresses. Or, if you have very defined hips, choose fitted dresses that show them off.
Once you have chosen the black dress that suits you best, it’s time to choose the accessories and... that's what we're here for!
Footwear
Our choice of footwear will say much more about our outfit. In case we want to
look more daring, we can wear
heels with glitter or bold colors—we can even use fluorescent trends for the most adventurous. However, if we want to look more formal, we can use more sober colors, or even stick to black to better play with the rest of the accessories. As with the dress, we also have to think about ourselves. First comes our comfort;
if we are going to be on our feet for a long time, we should use lower shoes with thick heels. Also, looking at our features, if we have wide legs we should avoid shoes with ankle straps, opting instead for stiletto-style heels.
"The jewels in the crown"
These are the accessories capable of giving our outfit a real transformation, adding either an ornate or minimalist touch. If we have decided to do without other details to focus on jewelry, we can use layering to create a more informal style, or use statement necklaces that draw all the attention, accompanied by simpler earrings and bracelets. At Luz de Nehca, we always recommend
sustainable jewelry, jewelry that is ethical and committed to the sustainability of the planet. If, on the other hand, we decide to forgo accessories around the neck, we can wear
long earrings or hoops that highlight our face, especially if we wear our hair up. We can also add some simple
bracelets or rings, which are very trendy again.
Bags and purses
Clutches will be the most suitable for formal events, and you can choose bright colors or even add silver or gold touches. On the other hand, if we are wearing a more casual outfit, long-strapped or even larger bags will be more appropriate.
Hair, a great detail
It might not be an accessory per se, but we must keep it in mind to ensure it aligns with the overall style we have chosen. For example,
for more formal touches, a low bun is most appropriate as it will provide elegance. If our style is more informal, we can use more relaxed hairstyles like ponytails or braids, or even leave the hair down.
Makeup
The wrong makeup can totally change the intention of our little black dress outfit since it will be the focal point of attention. On the positive side, you can also turn a more sober look into a sexy one with a good smoky eye or red lips. Remember that
you must use shades that match the rest of your skin tone—especially if you decide to wear a top that exposes your upper torso—so that everything looks uniform. We are sure you will look radiant with your black dress accessories!
