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A reliable piece for both everyday wear and dressy occasions. Marunouchi-style tips for styling a black dress in various ways.
A black dress is a wardrobe essential, but this season, you'll want to enjoy changing its look for day and night. By pairing it with a jacket or innerwear for a smart look, and adding accessories or a touch of skin for a touch of glamour, you can expand the styling possibilities of a single dress. Here are some Marunouchi-style styling tips to change your look to suit the occasion.
LOOK 01
A minimalist, finely ribbed dress with a low neckline that beautifully showcases delicate Jewelry.
This finely ribbed knit dress features a polo-style design and a relaxed neckline, creating a sophisticated look. It's finished off with a delicate necklace and high heels for an elegant touch. A versatile piece that can be worn from the office to evening events.
Dress ¥50,600, Jacket ¥165,000, Bag ¥31,900, Shoes (reference item) / All Brooks Brothers Marunouchi *Earrings and necklace / Both stylist's own
LOOK 02
Enjoy styling a black dress day and night with a glossy blouse and a sharp jacket.
I layered a glossy, flowing bow-tie blouse over a bustier-style black dress. Adding a traditional jacket gives it a more polished look. I chose autumnal colors so it would be suitable for after-work dinners or evening plans.
Dress ¥44,000, Blouse ¥26,400, Jacket ¥66,000 / All Whim Gazette MARUNOUCHI Bag ¥38,500 / MOTHERHOUSE Shoes ¥31,900 / Camper Shin-Marunouchi Bldg. *Earrings / Stylist's own
LOOK 03
Sheer sleeves and eco-fur create depth, resulting in a richly expressive all-black design.
I layered an eco-fur vest over a black dress with striking sheer sleeves and a round collar. Even though it's all black, the combination of sheer textures, pile, and three-dimensional knit creates a unique look. The materials stand out even under lighting, making it look especially stunning at night.
Dress ¥110,000, Vest ¥107,800 / both from BEAMS HOUSE House. Sunglasses ¥48,400 / KANEKO OPTICAL MARUNOUCHI NAKA-DORI Bag ¥74,800 / ( Epoi ) Shoes ¥31,900 / Camper Shin-Marunouchi Bldg. *Earrings / Stylist's own.
LOOK 04
A large collar peeking out from under the coat, creating a sense of depth in this all-black outfit.
This black dress with a striking large collar is perfect for letting the collar peek out from under a coat – that's the mood right now. Even with the same black color, layering different materials creates a natural depth to your outfit. It's a versatile, statement piece that's easy to wear for both work and going out.
Before going out for dinner or other evening activities, I add a touch of color to my makeup to give my skin a natural brightness and prevent it from looking dull even in dim lighting. I intentionally use a matte finish on my lips, layering color only in the center to create a three-dimensional effect.
Dress ¥55,000, Coat ¥132,000 / both from BEAMS HOUSE Bag ¥38,500 / MOTHERHOUSE Boots (JVAM) ¥37,400 / Des Prés Marunouchi *Earrings / Stylist's own
LOOK 05
A feminine black style featuring a V-neck dress layered with a vest.
A black V-neck dress that beautifully showcases the décolletage is paired with a matching V-neck vest. Layering sharp lines creates a clean and sophisticated all-black look. For dinner, the dress alone can be worn for a more dressy feel. The balance is perfect for both the office and dinner.
Since the dress has an edgy design on the shoulders, I styled my hair in a wet, slicked-back style to create a sharp impression. I defined my eyes with eyeshadow and balanced it out with a nude lip color.
Dress ¥39,600, Vest ¥53,900, Shoes ¥39,600, Bag (Jil Sander) ¥316,800 / All from conte MARUNOUCHI *Earrings and necklace / Both stylist's own
Location: GARB Tokyo (Marunouchi-Nakadori Bldg.)
LOOK 06
Airy and delicate black dress style
A light and airy black dress with sheer sleeves is given a fresh new look by layering it with an ethnic-patterned jacket. Try this black dress style that makes the most of the jacket's vibrant presence.
Dress ¥74,800, Jacket ¥56,100 / both by JANTJE_ONTEMBAAR Bag ¥38,500 / sot Tokyo; Boots (JVAM) ¥37,400 / Des Prés Marunouchi
LOOK 07
A light and airy mix-and-match of a sheer jacket and a sporty dress.
A jacket with a sheer back and sleeves is layered over a sporty black dress. By layering different styles, it achieves both a light and feminine look. Subtly linking the colors of the collar and bag further enhances the overall polished look.
Dress ¥39,600, Jacket ¥79,200, Bag ¥132,000, Boots ¥83,600 / All Paul Smith MARUNOUCHI *Earrings / Stylist's own
LOOK 08
Create a sophisticated autumn silhouette with a velvet dress.
This black velvet dress, with its V-neck and elongated silhouette, creates a clean and sophisticated impression. Layering it with a brown shirt softens the look compared to wearing it all black, making it a versatile autumn/winter outfit that looks elegant during the day and allows the fabric's sheen to shine in the evening.
Dress ¥49,500, Blouse ¥44,000 / both from CABaN Marunouchi store Bag (ATELIER TOMORROW) ¥41,800 / TOMORROWLAND Boots (JVAM) ¥37,400 / Des Prés Marunouchi *Earrings and necklace / both stylist's own
LOOK 09
A versatile black dress with a glossy finish and deep V-neck that looks great day or night.
This eye-catching black dress with a glossy finish is layered over a subtly sheer, glittery knit top. Perfect for evening outings, it's also suitable for daytime work when paired with a jacket! This versatile piece changes its look depending on what you combine it with, making it suitable for both day and night.
Dress (EPOCA STORIA) ¥44,000, Jacket (EPOCA) ¥102,300, Knit (EPOCA STORIA) ¥27,500, Bag (VIOLA d'ORO) ¥28,600, Earrings (AYUS) ¥38,500 / All EPOCA THE SHOP MARUNOUCHI *Necklace and bangle / Both stylist's own.
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