Summertime is synonymous with color—the ocean’s richness, the sky’s brightness, the sunset’s golden hour hues. It’s only natural to gravitate toward bold prints and vivid colors during this time of year. But for some—see: creative city dwelling types—wearing black in the summer is as natural as throwing on a romantic floral dress. The key to embracing black during the warmer months? Experimenting with fabrics, textures, and silhouettes.
Vogue’s Favorite Black Summer Staples
Besides, wearing black in the summertime doesn’t mean you’re forgoing all that the season has to offer—Hailey Bieber, for one, rarely strays from her all-black uniform in sunny LA. If anything, you’re just going the monochromatic route. On the weekend, swap your worn in jeans for light weight black capris—it looks chic teamed up with a spaghetti-strap cami and classic flip-flops. Wondering how to translate your uniform for vacation? Easy—eschew the printed kaftan for pared-back linen separates and a natural-colored raffia hat to top it off.
There are plenty of ways to wear black this spring and season, whether you’re having a busy workweek or planning a Friday date night. Below, seven all-black summer outfit ideas for every occasion, ahead.
Picnic in the Park
A fitted cami, especially one cast in black, from Khaite and loose capris from Deiji Studios, is a smart way to elevate a casual ensemble. Keep the vibes effortless with understated flip-flops and shield sunglasses.
Cocktail O’Clock
Is it 5 p.m. yet? When drinks call for a little something extra, a matching set never fails. Pair Colleen Allen’s fitted jacket and J.Crew’s pencil skirt for a coordinated ensemble. Amplify the look with designer accessories from Toteme and Prada.
Office Hours
For the work day, swap your wool blazer and straight-leg pants for an fitted black shirt from Nili Lotan and satin shorts (they are currently trending!) from Khaite. Lie Studio’s leather tote will gracefully store your laptop, wallet, keys, and desk lunch.
Transitional Solutions
When you’re faced with transitional weather, Leset’s black car coat and Banana Republic’s suit pants are your wear-anywhere solution. Merlette’s sequin pouch and Toteme’s mule wedges are charming accents, perfectly in step with spring’s playful mood.
Retro Summer
For those sun-and-sand moments, we love the idea of Max Mara’s polka-dot pareo paired with Gooseberry’s one-piece black swimsuit. The result is minimal effort, maximum chic.
Saturday Strolling
The time is now for Hot Girl Walks, morning Reformer classes, and weekends spent unwinding with soundbath sessions. Sport all black on the way there with capri leggings and a voluminous windbreaker. Accessorize with Celine’s sunglasses and Nike x Skims mesh sneakers.
