Black & White Clothing

Black and white clothing for women gives you a clear colour starting point, leaving room to think about shape, surface and the way pieces meet. You might begin with a white shirt and black trousers, a printed top or a dress that carries the contrast itself. Decide which part of the outfit you want to lead, then compare the texture, neckline and proportions of the other pieces rather than adding detail everywhere.

Try a white garment with the underwear or base layer you intend to wear, checking the lining and coverage in good light. With black, compare the actual shades and fabric surfaces when putting separate pieces together. Compare Mela Purdie, Joseph Ribkoff, Monari and Lania the Label, using each product’s fabric, fit and care details to narrow your choice. The edit includes black pieces, white pieces and garments combining the two, so open each product to choose the colour you want. Assess the outfit with your shoes and bag, and read its individual fit and care details before deciding how it belongs in your wardrobe.