7 ways to accessorize a black dress for summer
Last Updated on 15/08/2023
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Discover seven cool ways to accessorize a black dress for summer from casual to formal outfits with different types of bags and sandal shoes.
Black is not the usual color we choose for summer. We prefer white or other bright and pastel shades to wear instead. And, we leave the little black dress for autumn and winter. And, black is almost “forbidden” for practical reasons because it absorbs more heat.
However, the recent years this timeless option conquers not only summer evenings and weddings but also summer days. As long as it has a loose fit and lightweight, breathable fabric, we can wear it all day with sneakers or chunky sandals. And, we can combine it with espadrilles or minimal flat sandals on our nights out. Plus, as an ultimate versatile piece for every closet, we can wear it all seasons with the right styling and accessories.
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Ways to accessorize a black dress for summer
1. Accessories with colorful prints
The easiest way to brighten up our black dress outfit is to use accessories with colorful prints. Floral prints or abstract prints will create a sweet joyful contrast to the black background.
- Miss Selfridge dress | MissSelfridge
- Religion Clothing sandals | ASOS
- Fabric tote bag | Society6
- Forever21 ring | Forever21
- Bling Jewelry jewelry | Bluefly
- Calvin Klein glasses | LordandTaylor
- Stila eyeliner | Harvey Nichols
- Smashbox lipstick | Beauty
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- MANGO dress | Mango
- Park Lane leather sandals | ASOS
- Fabric tote bag | society6
- Charm jewelry | H&M
- Silver jewelry | Lulus
- Bling Jewelry earrings | BlingJewelry
- Illesteva sunglasses | Barneys
- Mascara | Gucci
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2. Black and white accessories
- Sandro dress | Harrods
- Madden Girl shoes | 6pm
- Tote bag | Society6
- Michael Kors ring | 6pm
- BillyTheTree earrings | BillyTheTree
3. Straw accessories
A cute straw bag or earrings are perfect accessories for a spring and summer outfit. And, their light beige color creates a charming contrast on a black dress and transforms it into a comfy sundress.
- Straw handbag | Ann Taylor
- Dress | Otter
- White sandals | Romwe
- iPhone case | Society6
- Black onyx stud earrings | Angara Inc
- Cosmetics | Hourglass
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4. Black accessories
A minimalistic yet striking combination is to accessorize a summer black dress with black accessories. For example, wear black sandals, a statement black bag, and black jewelry. So, in the summer outfit layout below a loose short sleeve black dress is combined with black gladiator sandals and accessories.
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- Short sleeve dress | Yoins
- iPhone case | Society6
- Tassel necklace | Etsy
- Mini purse | Yoins
- Clinique mascara | Macys
- Maybelline eyeliner | The Hut
- Gladiator sandals | Yoins
- Nyx lipstick | Target
4. Gladiator sandals
- Chiffon dress | Luxury Divas
- Studded sandals | Romwe
- Embellished handbag | Romwe
- iPhone case | Society6
- Snö Of Sweden jewelry | Nelly
- Marble jewelry | GoJane
- Mascara | YSL Beauty Us
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5. Animal print accessories
Once upon a time, we used to match the same color in bags and shoes. However, this is a no-no combo today. And, shoes and the bag should have different colors or even different prints. Therefore, the black dress is the ideal outfit to experiment with by making unexpected combinations with statement pieces.
- Y.A.S. Short dresses | Yoox
- Cover Fx Liquid Foundation | Harrods
- #75 Powder Brow Brush | Sephora
- Logo Clutch | Italist
- iPhone Case | Society6
- Posh Gen Nude Lipstick | Zulily
- Big Lashes Extension | Bloomingdale’s
- Reflective Sunglasses | TheRealReal
- Marble Hoop Earrings | Forever21
- Sholto Women’s Shoes | Zappos
6. Golden accessories
Another fabulous way to accessorize a summer black dress is with gold accessories. Impressive gold jewelry and sandals in the same metallic shade. And, to avoid being overdressed with gold elements, you can choose a stylish straw bag with a warm shade.
- Gap dress | Gap
- Fringe gladiator sandals | Shopaa
- Summer straw purse | Impavidgirl
- Stephanie Kantis earrings | Neiman Marcus
- Jules Smith ring | Barneys Warehouse
- iPhone case | Society6
- Chanel lip gloss | Orchard Mile
- Pencil eyeliner | Vestry
- Topshop nail polish | Topshop
7. Silver accessories
Moreover, there are people that prefer silver to gold. And, the black dress is the perfect piece for silver accessories. A cute silver clutch and pearl beads sandals are the easiest way to transform a simple summer black dress into an elegant outfit.
- Reformation dress | Net-a-porter
- Billabong sandals | Billabong
- Donald J Pliner bag | Donaldjpliner
- West Coast Jewelry earrings| Groupon
- iPhone case | Society6
- Marc Jacobs eyeshadow | Sephora
- Christian Dior eyeliner | Harrods
- Smashbox lipstick | Gilt
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