8 ways to style a black dress for summer

Last Updated on 23/07/2024

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Discover seven cool ways to style 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.

8 ways to style a black dress for summer

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How to style a black dress for summer

The recent years the timeless of a black dress conquers not only summer evenings and weddings but also summer days. And, 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.

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.

Black dress floral tote bag outfit layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via polyvore.com — layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via polyvore.com

Miss Selfridge dress | MissSelfridge
Religion Clothing sandals | ASOS
Fabric tote bag | Redbubble
Stila eyeliner | Amazon
Forever21 ring | Forever21
Bling Jewelry jewelry | Bluefly
Smashbox lipstick | Amazon
Calvin Klein glasses | LordandTaylor

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MANGO dress | Mango
Park Lane leather sandals | ASOS
Fabric tote bag | Redbubble
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

Black dress black and white tote bag outfit layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via polyvore.com — outfit layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via polyvore.com

Sandro dress | Harrods
Madden Girl shoes | 6pm
Tote bag | Threadless
Michael Kors ring | 6pm
BillyTheTree earrings | BillyTheTree

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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.

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Straw handbag | Ann Taylor
Dress | Otter
White sandals | Romwe
Phone case | DesignbyHumans
Black onyx stud earrings | Angara Inc
Cosmetics | Hourglass

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How to dress up a black dress

Moreover, there are so many ways to dress up a black dress or white dress in summer. Of course, a perfect tailored black dress made of a good quality fabric doesn’t require much effort. A pair of high-heels, stunning jewelry, and a statement clutch are the best styling answer.

4. Black accessories

For a minimalist yet striking combination, 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.

Black dress black accessories outfit layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via polyvore.com — outfit layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via polyvore.com

5. Gladiator sandals

Another fantastic option is to wear your favorite summer black dress with gladiator sandals. And, style it with ancient Greek inspired jewelry.

And, this stylish choice pairs so well with an airy asymmetrical dress with a minimalist design and aesthetic.

Black asymmetrical summer dress gladiator sandals outfit layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via polyvore.com — outfit layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via polyvore.com

Chiffon dress | Luxury Divas
Studded sandals | Romwe
Mascara YSL Beauty | Amazon
Embellished handbag | Romwe
Snö Of Sweden jewelry | Nelly
Phone case | Redbubble
Marble jewelry | GoJane

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6. 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.