While many in the fashion world look to the runway to determine the next most-sought-after color trends, there’s a proud crew who could not be bothered. From classicists to minimalists to too-cool-for-color It Girls, these women swear by black, white, and every shade of neutral clothing. Where others anticipate the coming and going of spring pastels or autumnal earth tones, these women get their kicks from the potential that the most basic palette presents. And it’s far more than just a wardrobe that always matches.
Inspired by ALDO's own fall lineup of black soles — from heels to loafers to over-the-knee styles — we're exploring six looks that were made to stand out…but not in the chromatic way. Instead of relying on the flash of bright hues, these outfits become statement-making through form, fit, texture, and pattern. Ahead, check out the fall ensembles that even the color-crazed can't resist.
Inspired by ALDO's own fall lineup of black soles — from heels to loafers to over-the-knee styles — we're exploring six looks that were made to stand out…but not in the chromatic way. Instead of relying on the flash of bright hues, these outfits become statement-making through form, fit, texture, and pattern. Ahead, check out the fall ensembles that even the color-crazed can't resist.
The Less Is More
Minimalist color meets minimalist shape in a long, column shift dress. For a touch of intrigue, the subtle game changer is a brown, leather insert at the neckline that gives the illusion of a layered tee.
Markoo dress.
Minimalist color meets minimalist shape in a long, column shift dress. For a touch of intrigue, the subtle game changer is a brown, leather insert at the neckline that gives the illusion of a layered tee.
Markoo dress.
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The Business Of Basic
A fresh way to suit up without going the solid-black, two-piece route is with a printed, tailored option that still features goes-with-everything shades. Unexpected racer stripes lend a more relaxed vibe to the buttoned-up look.
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel blazer and pants.
A fresh way to suit up without going the solid-black, two-piece route is with a printed, tailored option that still features goes-with-everything shades. Unexpected racer stripes lend a more relaxed vibe to the buttoned-up look.
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel blazer and pants.
The High Gloss
This ensemble shines head to toe (literally, of course) thanks to the lustrous satin of its all-black pieces.
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons jacket and pants, DKNY top.
This ensemble shines head to toe (literally, of course) thanks to the lustrous satin of its all-black pieces.
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons jacket and pants, DKNY top.
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The Showpiece
Neutral colors may never have the impact of a fire-engine red or regal emerald, but they make statements in other ways. Case in point, this black-and-white-striped coat with a dramatic floor-length hem.
Misha Nonoo coat, Loewe jeans, stylist's own shirt.
Neutral colors may never have the impact of a fire-engine red or regal emerald, but they make statements in other ways. Case in point, this black-and-white-striped coat with a dramatic floor-length hem.
Misha Nonoo coat, Loewe jeans, stylist's own shirt.
The Texture Play
Blending textures within one look — especially among neutral colors — adds dimension and depth. Here, the super-fuzzy facade of a gray overcoat is accented by a peek of a plaid mock neck.
Proenza Schouler top, Maison Margiela coat.
Blending textures within one look — especially among neutral colors — adds dimension and depth. Here, the super-fuzzy facade of a gray overcoat is accented by a peek of a plaid mock neck.
Proenza Schouler top, Maison Margiela coat.
The Throwback
Micro hems and baby-bell sleeves have the '60s written all over them, but an all-neutral interpretation of the trend makes the iconic styles feel much more modern.
Misha Nonoo top, Alexander Wang skirt.
Micro hems and baby-bell sleeves have the '60s written all over them, but an all-neutral interpretation of the trend makes the iconic styles feel much more modern.
Misha Nonoo top, Alexander Wang skirt.
