Living in black and white is not as boring as you think. Or at least it doesn’t have to be!
Look at this little wardrobe collection here. It is entirely black and white yet there is nothing boring or dull about it! In my mind I see a million possibilities and everyone will work because of the palette. Imagine how easy it would be to get dressed in the morning. Find something to cover the top, bottom and put on your feet then add a few accessories…you could do it in the dark!
It wouldn’t take much thinking to pull together an amazing outfit like any of these if your wardrobe was full of black and white basics and a few stunning statement pieces.
Which is exactly why when I began the rebuild I made sure I had a heavy infusion of this colour combination.
And in the fairness of disclosure, I should let you know that I’m also a fan of the Collingwood Football Club. Club colours? Why black and white of course! This photo was taken a few weeks ago at the Hall of Fame – Season Launch dinner. As a good team supporting woman, I was dressed in black and white. Plus, as you now know, I have tons of it in the wardrobe!
No, unfortunately, these aren’t mine but I do wish a couple of them were! I really love the piece on the far left and the bottom left. And, I have to admit, there is something very cute and whimsical about the dress on the right with the white dress detail on it. Even though it reminds me a little of those novelty aprons with the hot bikini body on them, I think there are lots of girls out there that could so rock that dress. I’d have to put it with boots…probably army style…just to balance out the cutesy factor.
Hope some of these photos have peaked your interest and that you come along for the ride.
Well, time to head on down the highway…after all…it’s black and white too!
Speaking of down the highway. The Fashion Mister and I were in Melbourne for the football over the weekend. We’re heading back for the big ANZAC Day game. We attended the President’s Luncheon before the game, and of course I wore black and white. White and black tuxedo jacket from Glassons about $50, Black and white zig-zag print shirt from River Island on sale about $15, Black pants Ralph Lauren purchased at the DFO in Essendon – on sale about $70 three years ago, Black wedges Novo about $80 and necklace from a jeweler in Egypt – priceless!
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April 25th, 2012 at 07:41
Looks lovely but since I retired last year all I buy is purple. I am convinced it’s the new neutral! Enjoyed your blog.
April 25th, 2012 at 08:15
Of course it is Kate!
I love purple.
A couple of days back I blogged about having my dream dress made in purple…well lavendar…but hey, same family!
Thanks for stopping by!
Cheers,
Laura
April 25th, 2012 at 08:00
You need some zebra espadrilles
. Love the black and white geometric print top you have on and I agree with your dress selection. You’d have to be young with a pretty amazing body to pull off the white outline dress 
April 25th, 2012 at 08:04
Now you know why I love your zebra espadrilles so much!! You can’t tell in this photo but the geometric shirt has shoulder cut-outs which is why I bought it. I like everything covered but a little drama…and shoulders are sexy without being overt??? I’m well past wearing the outline dress but would love to see someone young being brave and wearing it!
Cheers,
Laura
April 25th, 2012 at 11:32
It’s def been a black and white week hasn’t it?
Love the sound of zebra shoes – my amazing crazy ballet flats collection had zebras in it. Am off to the States soon and will finally revive my shoe collection I think.
Enjoy the ANZAC Day match today x
April 25th, 2012 at 21:14
Thanks!
First things first…the black and white won today!
Laura from Who Planned This has a really cute pair of zebra espadrilles.
Whenever I go to the states I always bring back two or three new pairs of shoes…just can’t help myself!
Cheers,
Laura
April 25th, 2012 at 09:20
You don’t have to sell me on black & white! Just one look at my closet…you’ll know those are my go to colors!! You look great in b&w!
April 25th, 2012 at 09:51
Thank you!
I better look good in black and white, I wear enough of it!
Although now that I am getting older I find it smarter to have the white closer to my face, because too much black at the face can make me look older and tired. Not a look I want!!
Cheers,
Laura
April 25th, 2012 at 11:05
I love your black and white zig-zag print shirt… Very very cute
April 25th, 2012 at 21:12
Thank you!
I’m pretty fond of it too!
It’s probably going to make an appearance in my looks from my wardrobe post.
Cheers,
Laura
April 26th, 2012 at 00:40
love the B & W wardrobe – so tempted right now to purge my closet, print out that photo and go shopping !
April 26th, 2012 at 07:17
It’s a very cleansing experience!
You may even find you don’t need to totally rid yourself of everything.
I’m sure you would find a few b & w pieces already in your wardrobe, you just may need to think of them differently!
Cheers,
Laura
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