Wearing Black and Being Trendy

If you're wearing a lot of black. What items can be suggested to lift your look. The most important thing to remember when buying black is to make sure the fit is perfect – this makes the difference between a pair of black trousers and a great pair of black trousers. For a stand-out trouser, you can find quite a few with amazing fits. Pay attention to the rear view: it should always be neat.

For jackets, the shoulder shape is the most important and, with dresses, the fir around the bust and hip is key. Get that right, and you will already be looking chic. But if you want to add a lighter color, go for a subtle grey, cream or crisp white. A simple addition is the tank, great for coming season and coziest in cashmere.

Accessorize a black outfit with a long necklace – try vintage, which works well with most looks this season. Also very strong this season, belts are the simplest with a oversized buckle.

Gold and silver are key trends and will add a touch of glamor. For after-work outings, transform a simple trouser with a black lace top, metallic heels and belt. Be sure your heels are killer, if you don't want stilettos, try the many Cuban-heel styles around.