https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:18:59 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-38164 Sat, 06 Dec 2008 21:44:12 +0000 Angie 38164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Such great ideas from the YLF ladies, Patience. (You know I’m aware of NOT overloading on black either). I think that the outfit you’re describing is even darker when you’re dark skinned with dark hair such as yourself. When I wear outfits like you’ve described, I always break up the darkness with a scarf or light coloured jacket. And on top of that I’m pale skinned with blonde hair – which makes the entire picture seem less dark anyway. </p> <p>(Oopsie, I see that San had the same thinking. Sorry for the repetition). Perhaps you should stick to lighter tops or layering tops? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-38033 Sat, 06 Dec 2008 03:28:03 +0000 Munequita 38033@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I usually layer a gray vest and then a bright long chunky necklace on top of that.<br /> I always feel like I need some color in there and now I know why. My hair is black too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37876 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 16:27:48 +0000 Patience 37876@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>San, you make a really good point about my being dark and dark-haired with all of the black. I kind of feel the same way about dark blue shirts with dark wash jeans. Today I am wearing my black boyfriend cardigan, blue ruffly blouse, straight leg jeans and dark red booties. I went with a patent yellow belt which helps I think but I still feel just shy of an all black outfit. Maybe it I just need to get my brain around it as Ellen and Tanya suggest. I fell pulled together yet wish I had a bit more relief from the black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37847 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:00:57 +0000 Anonymous 37847@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also like black tops with brown pants and with microchecks or herringbone or charcoal grey or breen. I don't own any khaki pants but like the look of a black top with that color, especially if you're busty. A scarf would break up the black. To stay with neutrals, try a cream scarf. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37844 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:53:16 +0000 Sarah 37844@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the idea of bringing in some dark brown. I think it makes a sophisticated all-black look even more chic. Another idea is trying grey jeans. I don't have any yet, but I've liked the look for awhile. Or try new textures like a velvet jean or something like that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37834 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 12:40:22 +0000 shiny 37834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try adding a layer over the black knit top. Ideally one with a pattern! Like a tweed jacket or patterned sweater. But I know what you mean. I do wear black jackets and cardigans, but with a pop of color or pattern underneath them. Black knits and tops... not so much these days! More in spring and summer for some reason - probably because then the top can be sleeveless, so bare arms breaks up the black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37833 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 12:31:46 +0000 Nicole 37833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Patience, I know what you mean. I often find myself changing my outfit last minute because I feel overloaded on black. And I think YLF has induced this beleif, because I used to wear all black all the time. I own a lot of black tops, and I find I'm not wearing them as often as I used to because I don't know what to pair them with. I don't want to wear black and black, and black and light colors seem off to me. I do wear black tops with grey bottoms, but get bored with that quickly.</p> <p>I have been trying to incorporate more texture into my outfits...and I find it especially useful to do so with black combinations. It seems to keep black from getting too boring--it draws attention to the texture and away from the black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37825 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:11:37 +0000 marianne 37825@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Patience, I was also wondering about this. I used to feel that it looks elegant and put together, however, I was never quite happy with it. I think you're right, San, and it works better for Tanya and Ellen because they are both blonde and their hair and skin provides more contrast against the black top. I'm not sure how to remedy it - perhaps silver jewelry or a white layer underneath? I do think brown boots look more interesting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37823 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 06:43:29 +0000 Anonymous 37823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Since Angie mentioned the cognac color leather goods looking so good with black it has really flipped a switch in my head and I just love that combo. It is so rich looking and brightens up the black. A pair of congac boots or bag would look great with dark wash jeans and a black top. Of course other accessories would break up the darkness too. I'm liking brooches these days.<br /> Tanya I do like the blue of the jeans you posted too. Very pretty.<br /> You may feel overwhelmed in the black with the dark wash jeans because you have dark hair. You may have a valid point that it is just too much darkness for you, where it might work on a blonde. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37805 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:49:28 +0000 Tanya 37805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also agree with Ellen that it's a matter of personal preference and that accessory can jazz it up. I recently wore dark skinnies with black sweater tunic and brown suede boots and I liked the look. I also like the idea of lighter wash jeans, especially if they are not faded. I have recently spotted this interesting wash and am thinking about getting a pair of skinnies in it precisely to wear with black tops:</p> <p><a href="http://www.fashionchateau.com/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductId=6351&#038;gcid=S18269x022&#038;keyword=Rich%20&#038;%20Skinny%20Rich%20in%20Silky" rel="nofollow">http://www.fashionchateau.com/.....in%20Silky</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37799 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:41:31 +0000 Ellen 37799@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This must be one of those personal preference things, because I always feel pulled-together and chic in combos like that. To me, it's a polished way to wear an almost all-black ensemble and I love neutrals.</p> <p>If you can combine that dark knitwear with the standard aids of colorful scarves, belts and jewelry, that may provide the pop you need. Also consider colorful camis and cardis. Another option is to go for a slightly lighter wash in jeans, though at some point that may affect your 'smart casual' look.</p> <p>If you have chocolate colored boots they can look quite chic with a black top -mixing black and brown is not a no-no if you do it well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-tops-and-dark-wash-jeans#post-37763 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:51:29 +0000 Patience 37763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I wear black tops with really dark wash jeans, I feel like I'm wearing too much dark stuff. How to break it up? I also don't like the idea of wearing dark wash jeans tucked into black boots with black knitwear. What are other ideas for wearing that black knitwear? </p>