How to 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?
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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
Instructions
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Create a serious look with the black dress by teaming it up with a suit jacket and a structured bag.
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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.
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Consider slipping on jeweled bangles and silver heels. Top off the ensemble with a shawl.
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Try a velvet duster with a fur collar or a velvet coat over the dress.
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Pair your dress with a sequined handbag and mules for a night out.
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Throw on a zebra-print coat paired with a red handbag and sexy leather boots for a wild night out.
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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.
