How many times have you gotten an invite to a wedding, reunion, or office occasion and thought to yourself "Ano susuotin ko?" If this phrase is all too familiar for you, here's one easy solution: Always have black dresses at the ready. With its sophisticated and versatile shade, you can pretty much go anywhere in this timeless piece. So before you spend your suweldo on another dress that you might possibly only wear once, here are ten styles you'd want to check out:
1. Lipsy Petite Black Halter Bodycon
P5,899, Zalora
Reach for this shoulder-accentuating halter dress if you want to look sexy without baring too much skin.
2. Missguided Plus Size Slinky Kimono Midi Dress New Black
P2,099, Zalora
The elegant knotted style makes this black dress more interesting.
3. Haru Dress in Black
P1,900, AVA.ph
This sleeveless dress with a classy, boat neckline from blogger Tricia Gosingtian's collection with AVA is an office-appropriate pick that you can also rewear to semi-formal occasions.
4. Pomelo Midi Side Slit Ribbed Dress in Black
P1,999, Zalora
This comfy ribbed dress is comfy and cozy enough for your lazy days yet still dressy for important office events or impromptu nights out–simply throw on a pair of heels and you're all set!
5. Dress with slit sleeves
P2,495, Zara
This flowing dress' long sleeves with slits evoke a strong, boss vibe.
6. Zalora Lace Trim Swing Dress
P1,169 (from P1,299), Zalora
If fitted dresses aren't your thing, stay presko in this loose, airy black dress with flared sleeves, whether on your next beach outing or your friend's birthday dinner.
7. Camisole Dress
P2,295, Zara
With its thin, delicate straps and scooped neckline, slip dresses are sultry basics you can always reach for whenever you've got a special date night or even a wedding coming up! Feel free to dress it down with a denim jacket or a blazer by day.
8. Guayama Button-Down Maxi Dress with Cutout Back
P2,690, Seek The Uniq
Black dresses are a romantic pick for beach weddings, too. Don't worry; this breezy dress is crafted from a soft, light fabric so it's totally warm-weather-friendly!
9. Francheska Maxi Dress
P2,998, Plains and Prints
This dainty cold-shoulder dress comes with pockets!
10. Zalora Ruffle Sleeves Dress
P599 (from P1,299), Zalora
If you're obsessed with all things basic, try this simple, long-sleeved dress with ruffled sleeves for a little upgrade.