Black and White is a classic color combination we all know and love. Why is it so pleasing to the eye you may wonder? I studied color theory for many years and still find it fascinating. Here it is in Black and White! White is seen because of the reflection of visible light. Black on the other hand, is the absence or the complete absorption of light. They are complete opposites and that’s why they look so stunning together. Think: Zebra, a piano keyboard, Dominos, and of course, the Iconic Tuxedo. Black and White is a very interesting juxtaposition of something recessing and something popping out; black recesses- white pops out. This is why it makes a stunning combination and such an eye pleaser!
There are three Parts to The Black and White Blog:
Part One: Dresses
Part Two: Shoes and Handbags
Part Three: Transitional Tops (Coming Soon)
Part One: Black and White Dresses
Here is a selection of different Black and White dresses. They span from day to evening. For Daytime try the Halston Heritage Striped Cotton/Silk Faille Dress, the Victoria Victoria Beckham Printed Deep V Shift Dress or the Alexander McQueen Lace Circle Jacquard Mini Dress. For day to evening and even the office the Antonio Berardi Two-Tone Wool-Crepe Dress or the Narciso Rodriguez Contrast Scuba Dress or the Roland Mouret Beadle Cap-Sleeve Contrast Sheath all have sleek, classic lines and are just at or below the knee. For an event, party or if you’re just in the mood for a longer or Maxi length dress then the Peter Pilotto Atom Embellished Gown, the Halston Heritage One-Shoulder Draped Gown, and the Roland Mouret Lilyvick Contrast One-Shoulder Gown are all stunning. There are a variety of different lengths, bodices, and styles to peruse and choose from.
Mini Dresses
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1. Victoria Beckham – Printed Deep V Shift Dress
2. Parker Black – Serena Beaded Dress
3. RVN – Checker 3D Printed Dress
4. Rubin Singer – Strapless Brushstroke-Print Cocktail Dress
5. McQ Alexander McQueen – Hexagon Shift Dress
Sheath Dresses
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6. Narciso Rodriguez – Contrast Scuba Dress
7. Michael Kors – Floral Lace-Overlay Bow-Belted Dress
8. Mason by Michelle Mason – Striped Asymmetrical Dress
9. Lela Rose – Lace Rose Appliqué Dress
10. Dion Lee – Croc Thermal Backless Dress
11. Antonio Berardi – Two-Tone Wool-Crepe Dress
12. Halston Heritage – One-Shoulder Dress with Drape Detail
13. Roland Mouret – Beadle Cap-Sleeve Contrast Sheath
Full Skirts
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14. Jorge Ayala Paris – Abstract Print Skater Dress
15. Givenchy – Paneled Knit Dress
16. Alexander McQueen – Lace Circle Jacquard Mini Dress
17. Halston Heritage – Seamed Structured Cocktail Dress
18. Halston Heritage – Striped Cotton/Silk Faille Dress
19. Self-Portrait – Plaid Silk Organza Dress
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20. Peter Pilotto – Atom Embellished Gown
21. Shoshanna – MIDNIGHT Carolina Embroidered Bicolor Gown
22. Sea – Aztec print long dress
23. Roland Mouret – Lilyvick Contrast One-Shoulder Gown
24. Parker Black – Blakney Beaded-Top Gown
25. Halston Heritage – One-Shoulder Draped Gown
26. Alexandre Vauthier – Printed Long Dress
27. MILLY – Mila Surrealist Fil Coupe Gown
