How to wear Black & White

 

The monochrome trend is one that should be as well explored by the male of species as well as the ladies. We can carry it off in a dapper, stylish manner and the fact that the two-tone look goes equally well with Indian and western clothes means there is plenty to play with.

Go black and white or simply wear varying tones of one colour in an outfit, and we promise the look will be a complete hit. Here's my guide to how to master the art of wearing monochrome.

 

           Monochrome Suit

                                

 

 

The classic and perhaps easiest way to wear monochrome would be suits. You can opt for a black blazer with a white shirt and bow tie,  or a black and white  blazer with black pants or vice versa which is a trendier option. The other option is to pick a neutral colour like a grey. Pair a similar coloured shirt as that of the jacket or blazer and lighter or darker toned tie. While the palette  is within the same colour, using different fabric or patterns for each item will give an interesting textural contrast to your look.

 

                           The New Mix 'N' Match

Monochrome can well be called the new mix ‘n’ match (or just match!). Trends and designers agree with this concept. Wear navy blue pants with a light blue shirt and a striped blue tie. It is sure to look good and is different and similar at the same time. Don’t be afraid of wearing one colour in different shades and patterns all over, because gone are the days when matching everything didn’t make sense. Matching your ties, cufflinks, belts or pants is definitely the way to go.
 

                       Madly Mochromatic

The idea is to choose one colour and get as many different hues and tones of it as possible. Make sure there is a balance of light and dark shades because you don’t want to look like a canvas splashed with paint without any consideration. If you’re wearing dark grey pants, pair them with a lighter shade of grey shirt or vice versa. A charcoal grey tie and dark coloured shoes will complete this monochrome look.

Whether you go matchy-matchy with a colour or stick to black and white, this is one trend to try and add to your bag of sartorial tricks.

Images – jason Porshe, blackfreelance.com, dailymail.co.uk