Another Black Maxi

Outfit Details:

maxi dress: Charming Charlie (similar and similar)

necklace: Charming Charlie

shoes: Talbots

lipstick: Nars in Heat Wave

sunglasses: Loft

Simply put, you can never have too many black maxi dresses. They are such an easy piece to throw on when you have no idea what else to wear or you can jazz them up with lots of color or some crazy patterns. 

I love the versatility of this piece of clothing! I do only have 2 of them, so obviously I need a few more in my closet so I don't repeat them too often and so they all last longer! Simple logic there. 

Here I kept the pairings pretty simple. I added my Bcbg belt for a bit of sparkle and these sandals from Talbots, which are going to be making an appearance on this blog A LOT this Spring and Summer. They are the perfect comfortable chic sandal that goes with everything! The necklace added a polished touch to the look and the pop of red lips always adds the perfect pop of color to brighten any outfit! Here I have Nars lipstick in Heat Wave on, a great orangey-red for those of you who like the warmer toned reds. 

Maybe once I feel I have the right amount of black maxi dresses in my wardrobe I will switch to the ever-faithful navy to switch things up! 

Do you guys think this is a rut I am getting stuck in or a smart move because of its versatility?

photos by Margaret Thombs

Classic Red

Outfit Details: 

lipstick and lip liner: Dior Lipstick 999  and Dior Lipliner Pencil 999 

nail polish: Dior Vernis Gel Shine Rouge 999 

dress: BcbgMaxAzria

boots: Ninewest (similar)

necklace: South Moon Under

rings: Hautelook

Dior Rouge 999 is the first Dior product I ever bought and it is always a red lipstick I have on hand. It is such a classic and goes with my blonde hair and even my red hair now. On my nails I have the Dior Vernis 999 to match! The classic red is a perfect pop to pair with this black dress I have on and the black and white statement necklace from South Moon Under. 

Here are some great statement necklaces from South Moon Under to pair with your black dress: 

6 Row Set Beads with Chain Fringe Necklace  // Burgundy Center Metal Diamond Necklace

Nakamol Designs Clear and Gold Glass Bead Collar // Jenny Bird Maiden Wave Coin Bib Necklace

What is your favorite red?

Check out my previous post on all the best reds to find your perfect one if you haven't already: 

Red Lipstick: Best Pick -Me- Up

Black & Gold

Outfit Details:
dress: Karen by Karen Kane(Similar)
bracelets: Lou lou & vintage
belt: Prairie Charms
tights: Nordstrom
boots:  Vince Camuto

As you all know I have to wear black a lot, so I try to find different ways to wear my black when not at work. This is an uber comfortable dress I got at Lord & Taylor and love the leather details on the shoulder. So not only can I wear this for work and stay warm in the cold weather, but I love wearing it as an everyday outfit.

In this instance I paired the dress with lots of chunky gold bracelets, a purple scarf and my fave new boots from Vince Camuto. I pulled on a pair of fishnet stockings to keep my legs a bit warm.

On the topic of fishnets: they are not always an easy accessory to pull off, since they are generally looked at as trashy. Personally I like fishnets and have since high school, I always try and find new ways to wear them so that they add to my outfit and don't distract. I have found that pairing them with tall boots and then keeping my dress on the modest side and not flaunting my tatas is a sure way to create a standout ensemble minus the trashiness.

How do you feel about fishnets? How do you jazz up your black clothing?