Black is known for its ability to absorb heat, which is why it seems an impractical choice for clothing in the summer, but with its timeless chic, and versatile nature, it’s hard to say no to this classic shade. A simple switch in fabric, or utilising accessories and footwear can maximise your wear out of your black pieces annually. Discover how Gemini Woman are styling black this summer... 

Airy fabrics 

To bust the myth of black being too dark a shade to wear in the summer, fabric choice makes much more difference than colour choice when it comes to keeping cool. When scouting for black clothing, opt for breathable cotton and airy linen pieces that allow the wind to flow through the garment and keep you from retaining the heat. Amazing Woman have an array of linen dresses, tops and bottoms perfect for the heat.  

Mixing textures 

Equally to the seasonality of fabrics, pairing different textures when styling black prevents the outfit from looking flat from the lack of variation and depth. An all-black outfit can look chic and expensive when styled right. We would style linen tops such as the Julia Linen Frill Top from Amazing Woman with some black shorts in a contrast fabric. The Bella 04 slim fit shorts from Robell are a bengaline stretch fabric that will look crisp against the lightweight linen top. Finalise the look with a pair of black Birkenstock Arizona Two Strap Sandals and you are all set.  

Colour pop 

If you are drawn to vibrance in the warmer months, there is no need to stray away from black, but instead, style it alongside bright colours. Be it that bright pair of shoes you just can’t wait to style, or a bright dress that you’ve been unsure what to pair with, black always works so well with vivid shades no matter the season. Matching your shoes and bag when sporting brights and black will also frame the outfit nicely.  

Pretty in prints 

Be it a classic black stripe or an abstract print, subtle prints can lift black garments so beautifully, so we think it is only right to include some printed pieces in this rundown. Our favourite black printed pieces for Summer 2023 are all from Masai’s new collection, in particular the MaOlnia Black Abstract Print Jersey Dress. 

The final touches 

Black accessories have a bold and striking appearance that can really switch up the overall look of an outfit, in the best way. A black pair of sunglasses, sandals or a bag can add an edge to your summer outfits, and when paired together, black accessories are the cheat-code for looking instantly put-together.   

Jewellery can lift an outfit and give it an extra sparkle, especially in the summer rays! Boho Betty’s range of gold- and silver-plated bracelets and necklaces are the perfect addition to your summer jewellery rotation. Equally, black jewellery is a great choice for styling outfits to create a more modern and edgy look. Branch jewellery has an amazing range of black jewellery pieces, and they are all currently 50% off!