Fashion Weekly’s Director, Stacey O’Keeffe shares 12 reasons on why she has a black wardrobe. I personally support this because my wardrobe is decidedly black, featuring classics that stand the test of time. Plus, I swear I am colour-blind. I also look like Wednesday from the Addams Family, so I may as well support that look wholeheartedly. I have selected some Femeconomy approved pieces to black up your wardrobe based on Stacey’s fashionista advice.
Fashion is loaded with symbolism which means your style, aesthetic and colour preference speaks volumes about your personality, right? Wrong. I confess, I have an unapologetic black wardrobe but that does not mean people should stereotype and label me. Ladies, if you’re an avid lover of non-existent colours (a.k.a. black) then fret not, because I understand you and how this can be a blessing and a curse. So on that note, here are 12 unapologetic reasons why I’m inviting you to celebrate our mysteriously-dark fashion choices, together.
We’re basically a walking piece of art
Black acts as a blank canvas for you to dress up or down with accessories. We’re able to accessorise and play with different metals, styles and yes, colours. A hint of deep red on a cuff, a touch of satin gold on a necklace or an array of glistening stones on a cocktail ring. Everyday we are able to create and recreate.
Samantha Wills’ Wildest Dreams Hoop Earrings in Antique Gold
Missoma’s Silver Diamond Open Eye Charm Necklace
Always timeless
In 10 years time we will not be hating on our photos because we chose to wear some hideous colour of the season. We won’t be found in loud prints either – so our wardrobes are basically in safe mode 24/7 and we are totally OK with that.
It’s the epitome of fashion
It gives us an edge and is forever chic. Considering our love for fashion, I don’t feel like this is a ‘colour’ we should have to justify. Black says play me up or down whenever, however.
This Cowl Neck Black Top from Sacha Drake courtest of Birdsnest is forever chic.
Decjuba’s Short Sleeve Drawstring Dress for a brunch date
It takes us places
We will always fit in. Never overdressed or under-dressed. We are always ready for the occasion and can easily amp it up with a red lip or unwind with ballerina flats.
Black forgives
It’s forgiving and will hide a multitude of sins (yes, I’m looking at you red wine). If we want to look slimmer – then we say hello to black. If we don’t want to fuss about where we can or cannot sit – again we say hello to black. It is basically our most trustworthy friend.
No we are not depressed or in mourning
Black makes us happy, so yes we are happy people.
Stacey O’Keeffe is t
he Director at Fashion Weekly, a personal stylist and media influencer
Her goal is to inspire and empower women and men globally. When she’s not obsessing over the latest runway collections, scrolling through Instagram or styling photoshoots, you can find her dining out with friends and family or curled up at home sipping on red wine while watching Sex and the City reruns.
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