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The simple yet classy black dress has seen more occasions than one with its beauty and versatility that is perfect for any event. A plain black dress comes to life with simple yet elegant accessories. But as the bold color can stand on its own, it is easy to dress up a black dress – you don’t even have to dress it up in the first place.

What makes the black dress a must-have for every woman is that it can be played up or down depending on the occasion. From daytime office chic to evening party girl, you can create different looks with it with the right mix of accessories.

When it comes to jewelry, oversized earrings or a stunning necklace breathes new life to your plain black dress. Create a balance though by pairing large earrings with a small necklace or an eye-catching necklace with simple earrings so as not to overshadow your classy black dress.

Wearing sparkling jewelry or metallic shoes with your classy black dress add more flair and drama to it. Multiple strands of a pearl necklace is a perfect finishing touch. A brooch is also a beautiful accent especially to a plain black dress. Gold, silver or colored, an antique or vintage brooch in particular can be both a decorative and functional addition to your dress.

If you want to have a casual look with your black dress, play it down with neon tights and bright, chunky jewelry for a more relaxed and even fun appeal. Bright-colored tights brings a plain black dress to life. Wear simple black flats for a casual event or sexy red pumps for an exciting evening affair. With matching nail polish and other appropriate or even unconventional accessories, you can wear this ensemble at any time of the year depending on your mood or personality.

The choice in shoes depends on the occasion. For less formal events, a pair of flats with your black dress is suitable for work and other casual activities in the daytime. At night, pairing your classy black dress with sexy stilettos will turn heads wherever you go. A simple pair of round-toe black pumps, chandelier earrings and a silk wrap also complements a black dress beautifully. Sparkling or metallic shoes always create a dazzling effect especially to a plain black dress. Stilettos or strappy sandals in glittery gold, silver or bronze brightens up your all-black ensemble.

If you’re wearing a plain black dress, a belt will add a huge difference to the whole outfit. Depending on how you want to look, you can wear it tight around your waist or loose slightly below. The position and thickness of the belt can also change the shape of your body in your black dress. A silk, velvet or even a colored belt that matches with your shoes changes your whole look dramatically.

Scarves are also a great way to liven up a plain black dress. Wear it in a lot of ways depending on how you want to look. A shawl is a perfect accessory to strapless or backless dresses especially to women who are a little conscious of their arms. Moreover, shawls will keep you warm on a cold night. A pashmina goes well with straight-cut or strapless dresses. A classy black dress with a beautiful, colored pashmina draped loosely around the shoulders is perfect even on a hot summer.

If you want a serious, no-nonsense look with your black dress, wear a suit jacket over it and pair it with a structured bag for business meeting or office work attire. A zebra-print coat with a colored bag and sexy leather boots changes the whole look and you’re now ready to party!