No this isn't a write up about the movie starring Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones but it is dedicated to the color black. Now I know black isn't technically a color but for the sake of this post, I'm asking that you let me slide. I don't think there is a more sophisticated and chic color than black. Long popular as the primary color for formal and evening wear, black has entered into other areas of fashion over time including casual wear. Black is a staple on most runways and many designers have built entire collections around the color such as Alexander Wang, Balenciaga, Dior Homme, Brioni, Fendi and Tom Ford.

Black doesn't have to be boring, there are a number of ways to make your black outfit interesting and stand out among the sea of black out there. For example, incorporating pops of color, metallic embellishments, or patterns are just a few ways to make your black ensemble noticeable. Of course, for the purists out there, wearing all black is stately and if you prefer to stick to tradition, that's fine too. But for those who want to punch it up a bit, consider kicking up your style by using these images for inspiration. Stay stylish friends...