Salva Mubarak Senior Features Writer

Do the increasingly hot days mean you have to retire your all-black wardrobe? Contrary to what you might believe, you can still rock the gothic-chic look without succumbing to the hot weather.

While summer and the heatwave might conjure up images of light colour palettes, including a lot of whites and pastels, black can still be a major part of your wardrobe this season as long as you do it right.

The right choice of fabric is a no-brainer. Going for lightweight fabrics and easy, non-clinging silhouettes can ensure you get through a full day comfortably. You can also strike a balance between black and non-black elements in your look by introducing black accessories to your OOTDs, if the thought of rocking black head-to-toe makes you break out in a sweat.

From lightweight shift dresses to dark accessories, here are some of the best ways you can add black to your wardrobe this season…

Black Clothes And Accessories For Summer In 2023