Tuesday, June 19, 2012

NOIR










Top: Cache (Old) (Similar Here)
Pants: Alberta Feretti
Shoes: Charles David  (Get it Here)
Clutch: BCBG  (Similar Here)
Belt: Karen Millen (Last Seen Here)
Jewelry: Forever 21 and Stella & Dot
It seems like we're taking a sharp turn!  A turn from neons, colour blocked brights, retro florals, and all over pastels into neutral territory.  As I've been paging through the many magazine subscriptions delivered to my mailbox, I've noticed more monochromatic black and white looks than anything else.  Just when we're wondering, how much brighter, more floral, and delightfully pastel can things get?  We see things in black and white.  Predictable?  Not so much.  Dramatic?  Absolutely.....

129 comments:

  1. There is something spectacular about that belt!

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  2. You are looking very stylish in black ! The belt adds the "Wow" factor and the accessories are gorgeous !
    have a nice day !

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  3. Actually the black is rather fresh amidst the sea of colors. I love how this outfit almost looks like you're wearing a jumpsuit :)

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  4. great outfit !! you look so classy, elegant and fierce!
    what about following each other? :)
    xx
    veronica
    http://in-the-jungle-of-fashion.blogspot.it/

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  5. I am a sucker for a good "all black" look and you have nailed it here! I love that top - Cache is actually one of my "go-to" stores for going out clothes since the tops and dresses usually accommodate my chest. Love your shoes, too :)

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  6. Moi, j'adore le look noir toujours - c'est classique and it looks so sharp on your Bes!

    Love your style as always!


    oxo,

    ML
    TWENTY YORK STREET
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  7. Wearing all black is always so chic and classic! And a favorite look of New Yorkers :) I love how you spiced it up with your arm party and that gorgeous ring!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  8. I love the all black outfit! You look pretty fierce in this outfit and I love it!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  9. Love the addition of the belt...you look sleek and sexy!

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  10. REALLY like that top! and the belt is perfect. i love me an all white ensemble but not sure i can pull off all black just yet in so cal! =)

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

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  11. Black on black is always so stylish, and you look perfectly chic here! And it's always good to know, black will never go out of style :)

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  12. What a nice break from all the color blocking, neon and floral trends. Just goes to show...you can never go wrong in all black! Love all the metallic/silver accessories you styled it with here.
    xL

    http://themarcystop.blogspot.com

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  13. I love all black...always so chic! I love your accessories!

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  14. Very edgy and really suits you. Love the hair! x

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  15. all black is always classic and chic. You look gorgeous!

    http://www.foodfashionandflow.blogspot.com/

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  16. You look great! I adore the shoes! Aren't they gorgeous???
    xoxo

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  17. I love the straps on your shirt!!! You look fab in this all black ensemble! Lovely! xx, Pip

    http://easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com

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  18. You look really sexy dressed in black Bessie!! The belt is the perfect final touch for a "classy and chic sexiness".
    Patricia

    http://misstoptenimage.blogspot.com

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  19. You look gorgeous!:) Love the outfit! Thank you for commenting on my blog. I'd love to follow each other, following you now! :)
    xx Helmiina
    http://secretuntiltomorrow.blogspot.com

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  20. Great outfit, I love the accesories, xoxo

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  21. You look chic!
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  22. Thank you for visiting my blog,I`m following you now,hope you will follow me also.
    http://www.glossylala.blogspot.co.uk/

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  23. Wow!
    What an unpredictable look!
    Black from head to toe..
    You look amazing :)

    -Vhallah-

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  24. Look at you lady in black! Love the buckled straps on your top. Cache has many great wardrobe pieces. I wish more people wore their items. You look killer!

    http://cstyledesign.blogspot.com

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  25. Love, love, love this look! It has kind of a rocker vibe to it, no? Amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing ^^ xx

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  26. Black is classic - you can't go wrong with it!

    Oh and I usually browse around fashion forums or sites like fashionologie. Asian editorials are definitely becoming more popular!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  27. I love this look, but even more I love those photos! Gorgeous!

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    xx Luna

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  28. Love this look! And ADORE the Chanel sunnies :)

    Hayley
    http://makeupmoviesandmore.blogspot.com

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  29. Dramatic, indeed. Although I am still very much into color, I do like all whites for summer and all black is kinda a go-to staple for me at times. You look lovely!

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  30. Black is a classy color and you look stunning. It nice change to see a classy color that never go out of style.

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  31. I'm all for the all black outfits ;) That's pretty much my entire closet!

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  32. thank you so much for your comment
    i love your look, i love wearing in total black. it's my favourite colour to wear.
    follow u!

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  33. I love your total black look!!!^^

    xoxo

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  34. You are cool girl chic today! Loving the metals and the black!

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  35. love your style..!!
    cool and chic...
    kisses
    http://color-blockbyfelym.blogspot.com

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  36. One more thing...love you so much added you to Bloglovin. Style for women, keep it up!

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  37. Thank you for visiting my blog :-)
    All black outfit today! so chic-*

    Pinkbow Icecream

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  38. The accessories make this a statement outfit...so chic and classic yet very much on trend.

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  39. Love your outfit! So chic!


    Chicfullyyours.blogspot.com

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  40. You look great, dear!

    Thx for your lovely visit. Gladly follow u via gfc, bloglovin, twitter and facebook :)) Did I miss sth? :D

    Kisses,

    www.nicoleta.me

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  41. Absolutely stunning outfit!! You look so sharp in all black. WOW!

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  42. oh yes sharp was in my mind and you look really hot in black all over, those leatherstraps of your top and the belt have something irresistible!
    great look!
    kiss,mary
    http://maryloucinnamon.blogspot.com

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  43. Love how you accessorized this... Black & white never fails, even when the neons and pastels do... Our go to colors - chic and classy.

    xx
    5th&6th

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  44. That top is gorgeous! Black can be as elegant or dramatic as you want it to be. I love these shots ... the belt is very cool as well!

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  45. Great outfit! The accessories are really specular and make the whole look so complete!
    Rebecca
    http://www.bloglovin.com/en/feed/blog-profile/3636285/winnipeg-style-main-category

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  46. Love your pants. And cute black outfit!

    x
    www.cherryfactor.blogspot.com

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  47. LOVE your blog and your style! You look gorgeous!
    I`m following you now, hope you will follow me also.

    With love,
    touchofpurple.blogspot.com

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  48. this is such a stunning outfit on you! its as if cat woman were a fashionista - i totally love it. all of the accessories are grand too. and its super flattering on you.

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  49. wow love this total black look, the top is very nice.
    kisses from a sunny and hot Genova, summer finally arrived

    http://www.iloveshoppingwithfede.com/

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  50. A long cool woman in a black...um...outfit. =)

    Very pretty!

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  51. you look sooo sexy in black, bessie. this is a look that'll never get old. love this so much on you... :)

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  52. There is something about black that is so chique, smart, sexy and classic. It takes some beating. You look very chique Bessie

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  53. Your hair in the first picture looks so black, healthy and thick! Beautiful, should be in a shampoo ad! Love the all black look and that hair became part of this whole look :) simply stunning!

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  54. Black is the color staple over here in Melb :) Funny how things are already going black over there? in summer?

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  55. oh, i love this outfit of yours...i'm a huge fan of black so this is a bingo for me! and that belt is just magnificent :)

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  56. You really just cannot go wrong with black if you ask me. This look is edgy and elegant.

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  57. I love your total black outfit...You look really nice,sexy and chic.The top is great!Thank you for following.I follow you back:)Much love

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  58. Definitely dramatic! You look amazing in all black. :D

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  59. I love this classy look! Black and white is definitely one of my favorite combos.

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  60. wearing black in summer-time? GENIUS-GORGEOUS! you look fab Bessie, nothing can go wrong with black clothes<3 i'm more of a neutral kinda girl ;)

    xx
    teresa
    www.trend-ish.com

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  61. ooo well I love this Posh Spice look on you! Especially with your razor-sharp dark hair. You definitely belong in Gotham City!

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  62. Your outfit is so beautiful. Gorgeous sunglasses and bag <3

    http://anna-and-klaudia.blogspot.com/

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  63. you know, black outfits are often under stated, i love black, so nice and sheek! i really like your shoes too!
    yuliconversations.blogspot.com

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  64. cute look. I would be hot wearing all black on a summer day.

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  65. Every time I visit, I fall in love with another designer piece of yours. Those Chanel glasses are giving so much life! Loooooooooove em'.

    http://toastandgrits.wordpress.com/

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  66. I love that the straps of the top has large buckles. It's not a detail you see often. I have to admit that I'm the other way around. I wear so much gray that I couldn't figure out why people were telling me they liked my outfit when I wore a new sweater {it was on sale at Target so not really noteworthy}. Then I realized I was wearing a color. :) I guess a dramatic change in either direction is really noticeable.

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  67. So chic and sleek! The shoulder straps make that top standout, and that belt is wonderfully edgy. :)

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  68. Awesome outfit! I love the all black look so chic!! I just followed your blog! Would love if you could check mine out! :) xo

    makeupandliving.blogspot.com

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  69. You look so chic Bessie! I'm really loving the belt. You look like you're ready to go undercover as a spy or something hehe :)

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  70. Most of the ladies took my comment but this look is sooo chic!!

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  71. You can always count on black and white! I love this belt :)

    xo, Megan

    indie flower

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  72. nice job! definitely something different but super classy and elegant! I remember I used to wear all black outfits all the time when I was a teenager (I'm sure I wasn't so classy :P). I love the belt btw!

    Maiken,
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  73. Your hair is looking really good in these photos! I really like the all black outfit paired with the dramatic red lips. Definitely making a statement there!

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  74. All black?? Love it, dear! Going partying?? Hahaha!

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  75. Gorgeous black on black girl. You are right, so many neons and brights lately. So this outfit definitely stands out.

    Cheap Makeup Reviews
    Beauty and Fashion Blog Seattle

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  76. LOVE it! I tend to reach for my black items when I feel im looking a little frumpy! lol
    http://starvogue84.blogspot.com

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  77. So chic! I love this all black look.. so classic but you've edged it up! Perfect outfit to take on Chicago :)

    XO
    www.pearlsandpaws.blogspot.com

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  78. Black is my all time favorite colour! This is such a chic look. The b&w photo is really cool!

    Fang Ting
    ftashion

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  79. definitely digging all black on you - love the shoulder detail!

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  80. I love this all black look! So edgy with the top, belt and shoes! Great look--I think this is one of my favs of yours!

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  81. You look very chic and kinda badass in all black.

    http://everydayrachel21.blogspot.com/

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  82. What an elegant black outfit....you totally rock it!

    Rebecca
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  83. Loving this all black look on you, Bessie,- chic and a little edgy! Such a welcome break from all the brights, neons and prints!

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  84. love that toal black look!! I adore black clothing!!! hehe. Thanks so much for leaving a comment on my blog!!! I really appreciate it and am very thankful! :) lov your blog btw!!! :) xo, Alma
    http://www.soulofashopper.com

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  85. Hi, gorgeous! You look very chic. The sunglasses are very nice!

    Do you want to follow each other on Bloglovin? Follow me and I will follow you back with pleasure. Just let me know in the comments ;)

    LA By Diana Live Magazine

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  86. Very edgy! I love the belt and bag!

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  87. love this! you know what? i don't really own like a lot of black pieces. whenever i find clothing, and there's like a black option and another color, i always get the color option... but really, i need to amp up my wardrobe in the neutral color (black, white, beige) space!!

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  88. Black is always in. When it starts to turn to fall, black is dramatic and fashionable.

    Such a classy outfit Bessie!

    Helen

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  89. Hey, that's a really nice top and clutch too!

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  90. Love this monochrome outfit and pop of color in lips and nails :)

    New post up...
    ❤ StylishByNature.com

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  91. You have such great style! Personally, I prefer black and white and darker colors to bright florals and pastels any day!

    Btw thanks for visiting my blog and commenting!

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  92. You're definitely looking mysterious in these photos. And oh my goodness, your waist is looking tiny tiny in the 2nd photo. You losing weight?! Not that you need too! I think a touch of black is always classy even amidst the fun mixes of brights you've been doing!

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  93. you look great in black
    I'm jealous

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  94. love your blog! And the header is amazing! xoxo ES
    www.liveyourpassion.gr

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  95. very edgy outfit. you got me thinking if i ever dressed up entirely in black.

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  96. love those pants n bracelets! d all black look is amazing!!!
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  97. So pretty in black dress. great combination. amazing pics.
    parfum pas cher

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  98. You have such a chic look! I'm loving the all black outfit! You are right, it's a nice departure from brights.

    I really love your style, and I'm now following you on Bloglovin. Can't wait to see what you wear next.

    <3 Jenny
    www.crazystylelove.com

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  99. i love the pairing it looks almost like a jumpsuit!!

    -Jessica
    http://runninginsideus.blogspot.com

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  100. Adore this look on you! I'm in love with that top - the straps are amazing. I love how this outfit is edgy yet sophisticated.

    x
    Rachel

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  101. hi bessie u look stunning i love black clothes and thoseaccessorries are just gorgeous the red lippie adds so much glamour to the look. hope ur having great week kisses from Dublin xx leonie.

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  102. All black is one of my favorite looks. Love this especially the belt detail.

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  103. I like the details on your top. It's so fun and unique.

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  104. so gorgeous!

    http://fashionhandglide.blogspot.ca/

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  105. So chic and classy Bessie. Also will you share a pic
    of your closet some day? I'm just curious where all
    of these clothes are stored. :)

    http://doingmemindbodyandspirit.blogspot.com/

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  106. so chic in all black! x

    www.beckspick.com

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  107. the woman in black :D

    you look like NIKITA..you know her? :)

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  108. Love your blouse! Usually Cache is little bit too much for me, but some of their pieces are absolutely amazing! It is clear you got those ones! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
    -Jyoti
    Style-Delights Blog

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  109. looking GREAT on black! so classy and chic ;)

    http://thegoldenpaillettes.blogspot.com/

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  110. I stop wearing all black awhile ago, but you make me want to wear it again :). Great look, Bessie.
    xoxo
    Christy

    http://www.am2pmchic.com/

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  111. no one ever goes wrong with black over black..u look so pretty and your glasses r pretty cool
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  112. Amazing outfit! I really love your clutch!
    Thanks for checking out my blog! ;)

    xo Iga

    Fashion. Passion. Love.

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  113. I love wearing all black!! I always feel so "Matrix". :-)

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  114. Great noir look - sometimes, it's a nice change from the everything else!

    xo, sam

    **Style of Sam**

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  115. Of course I am now starting my rounds of catching up on blog posts and just as I was about to comment on the colorful summer post I was distracted by this GORGEOUS look.

    Love that blackout here!

    Very New York!

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