How To Wear Black In Summer
Black is prized for its understated elegance and endless wearability, but it’s not always the most obvious choice when it comes to summer dressing. Here, discover how to maximize its year-round appeal by styling it the right way…
The summer months might set the tone for bright, joyful style, but, as the street-style set proves, fashion’s favorite shade isn’t just suited for the winter months or after-dark looks only. The enduring appeal of black comes from its ability to highlight the silhouette and craftsmanship of a singular design. The key to styling the inky shade is to pair contrasting textures and choose pieces with dynamic shapes, so that head-to-toe black looks elevated and considered.
When navigating warm-weather dressing in the city, a knitted top may not be the first thing that springs to mind, but it’s a lot more wearable than you might think – Loewe’s ‘Anagram’ tank top is spun from lightweight silk-jersey to keep you cool and ribbed for a close fit. Wear it with Alaïa’s gathered A-line midi skirt, Khaite’s chic leather ‘Charlotte’ ballet flats, and stacks of silver jewelry.
LOEWEAnagram embroidered ribbed silk-jersey tank€330.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmedium - out of stocklarge - out of stockx large - out of stock
GUCCIJackie 1961 leather shoulder bag
ALAÏAGathered cotton-poplin maxi skirt€1,900.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock3840 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
KHAITECharlotte leather ballet flats€534.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.5 - low stock37 - low stock37.53838.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.541 - out of stock
The key to dressing for the office is to choose pieces that’ll keep you cool but still look polished in a professional setting. A breezy midi dress from Matteau offers a stylish solution – with its strapless bodice and gathered detailing, it flows into a soft, swishy silhouette. Style it with Toteme’s woven leather sandals and Loewe’s ‘Puzzle Edge’ bag from our NET SUSTAIN edit – the compact size will easily hold your phone, keys and sunglasses, such as Saint Laurent Eyewear’s sleek D-frame style.
SAINT LAURENT EYEWEARD-frame acetate and silver-tone sunglasses
MATTEAUStrapless ruched organic cotton-poplin midi dress
LOEWEPuzzle Edge mini textured-leather shoulder bag
TOTEMEWoven leather slides€440.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3637 - low stock38 - out of stock3940 - out of stock41 - low stock42 - out of stock
Low-key weekends call for easy, relaxed staples that will see you through a day of brunches and gallery hopping. Róhe’s top is made from ultra soft jersey and comes in a sleek asymmetric shape that works beautifully with denim and tailoring alike – Loulou de Saison’s pleated wool-twill ‘Adler’ shorts are the ultimate pairing. Wear the top tucked in and add Déhanche’s leather belt to create shape, then to finish, slip on Saint Laurent’s classic loafers.
RÓHEAsymmetric jersey top€195.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size32 - out of stock34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
DÉHANCHEHollyhock embellished leather belt
LOULOU DE SAISONAdler pleated wool-twill shorts€115.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock
SAINT LAURENTLaurent glossed-leather loafers€840.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeEU 34EU 34.5EU 35EU 35.5EU 36 - low stockEU 36.5 - low stockEU 37 - low stockEU 37.5 - out of stockEU 38EU 38.5 - low stockEU 39 - low stockEU 39.5 - low stockEU 40EU 40.5 - low stockEU 41 - low stockEU 41.5 - out of stockEU 42
To nail laid-back summer style, pair Saint Laurent’s preppy cotton-blend piqué polo shirt with Loewe’s pleated cotton and silk-blend gabardine pants – the effortless barrel-leg shape makes them super comfortable, yet they still feel chic. Complete your look with sunglasses from Oliver Peoples’ ongoing collaboration with Khaite, which re-imagines vintage designs; this glossy acetate cat-eye style oozes New York cool. And finally, A. Emery’s ‘Paton’ sandals will be your go-to for years to come.
SAINT LAURENTOversized cotton-blend piqué polo top€845.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeXS - out of stockS - low stockM - low stockL - out of stockXL - out of stock
OLIVER PEOPLES+ Khaite 1961c cat-eye acetate sunglasses
LOEWEPleated cotton and silk-blend gabardine barrel-leg pants€528.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size32 - out of stock34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
A.EMERYPaton leather sandals€119.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3536 - low stock37 - low stock38 - out of stock39 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock42 - out of stock
ALIGHIERIThe Vanitas cord and recycled gold-plated necklace
FAITHFULLHedy strapless gathered linen and voile maxi dress
CHLOÉHeritage small leather shoulder bag
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALSSfendoni sandals
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