Wearing Black Never Goes Out of Style

by Marsha Reid (RSS feed)
Apr 5th 2011 at 3:01PM

This spring's hottest fashion trends is about showing off your most vibrant and colorful self. Electrifying neon accessories can be found everywhere. And as much as I love all the new trends and translating them into my personal sense of style, you just can't beat the impact of black.

Black carries an air of elegance and sophistication. In a suit, a man looks sharp and polished. In a pair of heels, a woman looks sexy yet refined. Pair black with gold or silver studs and inject an edge to your outfit, or make it fun and flirty with patent leather. Black is multifaceted and always in style. So while many will be wearing the colors of the rainbow this spring, go against the grain and wear the always in style, ever so sexy black.

While a monochromatic outfit may be overkill for spring's sunny disposition, incorporating black through your accessories is easy and simple to pull off. Just take a look at Reed Krakoff's Strappy Black Sandals ($637). These high-heeled sandals exude minimalism chic while a contrasting black and white color combination is striking without being off putting. A wrap around ankle tie and block high heel are the perfect accents.

We've rounded up handbags, shoes and jewels in the gallery below that get our hearts racing with excitement -- accessories to invest in and wear without any concern that their impact may be short-lived.

Gallery: Black Fashion Accessories