How to Accessorize a Black Dress

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Accessorize a Black Dress

You're ready to go out and you're in your favorite black dress. But how do you spruce it up? Take an old favorite dress and a few dazzling accessories to create a whole new look for yourself. Try these six ideas on for size. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Evening Handbags
  • Hair Accessories
  • Handbags
  • Hosiery
  • Little Black Dresses
  • Women's Closed-toed Shoes
  • Women's Dress Shoes
  • Women's Suit Jackets
  • Bracelets
  • Diamond Earrings
  • Pearl Necklaces
  • Women's Watches
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Instructions

    • 1

      Create a serious look with the black dress by teaming it up with a suit jacket and a structured bag.

    • 2

      Spice up your dress with a Far East look: an embroidered kimono bag, an obi for a belt and platform stilettos. An obi is a sash that's typically worn with a kimono.

    • 3

      Consider slipping on jeweled bangles and silver heels. Top off the ensemble with a shawl.

    • 4

      Try a velvet duster with a fur collar or a velvet coat over the dress.

    • 5

      Pair your dress with a sequined handbag and mules for a night out.

    • 6

      Throw on a zebra-print coat paired with a red handbag and sexy leather boots for a wild night out.

Tips & Warnings

  • Shorten the length or remove straps to create new looks.

  • Remember that jewelry is your best accessory. Add dramatic pieces or simple ones to alter your image.

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  • Masha Ziborova Mar 11, 2011
    I did just all of that with my new Jovani dress and got many complements. The dress was just stunning and beautiful I am so happy I bought it!
  • Aug 08, 2006
    If you want to wear the black dress for a ball, you might want to add a pearl necklace or maybe some diamonds. If you're going to stick with the pearl necklace, try wearing multiple strands at different lengths.
  • Jun 30, 2006
    1) Wear a necklace of round beads for a trendy look. Pick your color! Loop it twice. 2) Wear a big belt cinched above the hips.
  • Jun 30, 2006
    1) Wear a necklace of round beads for a trendy look. Pick your color! Loop it twice. 2) Wear a big belt cinched above the hips.
  • Nov 22, 2005
    To add a touch of elegance to your black dress, try adding a cluster of brooches.

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