The MSB Guide | Dressing In Head-To-Toe Black

1. Take inspiration from bloggers

If you’re daring to embrace the all-black look, it’s a good idea to use bloggers as inspiration. Fashion icons such as Adam Gallagher and Olivia Palermo are renowned for their well-put together outfits – their versions of the head-to-toe in black look is no exception. Take note of how they use certain textures, shapes and trends to bring their all-black ensembles to life and put their own personal spin on the classic look.

2. Play with shapes

Black suits all shapes and sizes and perfectly complements curves or slimmer frames. Let’s face it – nothing looks more clean-cut and classy than a black silhouette. For her, we recommended experimenting with an off the shoulder top or a power suit with padded shoulders. For him, try a sharp tailored blazer or a soft roll-neck. Dark shades are always a good option, topping off the minimalist, stylish look. Proportion play is a great way to add character to your wardrobe and has an even stronger effect when mixed with an all black palette.

3. Choose a statement bag

Our black leather purses and accessories in Croco are the perfect addition to your all-black outfit. The mock-croc texture will break up the black, adding a refined, unique edge to your look. The Fiorella Croco and Rosa Croco are both new additions to the Maxwell-Scott family, designed for the contemporary woman and tailored with sleek, elegant shapes in mind. If you want to break away from the black, opt for a purse or briefcase in a deep wine or chestnut tone for a subtle color pop. We recommend The Paolo3 to add timeless gentlemanly grandeur to your outfit.

4. Add fine jewelry

The addition of a simple or statement necklace can bring an extra layer of class and elegance to a monochrome outfit. Black knitwear looks effortlessly stylish when paired with a fine silver necklace or bracelet, for both men and women: it’s simple, understated and effortlessly classy. Alternatively, you can play with a statement piece of jewelry if you want to add dimension to your outfit.

5. Vary your fabrics

Mixing different fabrics will make your all black outfit less one-dimensional. For ladies, a black knitted sweater paired with a chiffon midi or leather pants is a sleek and elegant look. Gents may be partial to a casual leather jacket or even a touch of velvet, whether this pipes your blazer or features in fancy footwear.