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The black dress is a timeless fashion staple. This is the dress that will turn heads no matter how you wear it – dressed up with heels and a clutch or dressed down with sandals and a cross-body bag.
To narrow down your search, we’ve picked out a few phenomenal casual black dresses for summer that check all of the boxes.
This Jose Sanchez Stretch Nappa Leather Dress ($2,300) adds an unexpected twist to your summer wardrobe. This dress falls above the knee and while it is fitting it also boasts capped sleeves creating the perfect mix of sex-appeal and demure elegance. Wear this dress with Miu Miu Studded Ankle Strap Sandals ($590) and an A.P.C. Luxembourg leather cross-body bag ($452) to brunch for a dressed down look or pair it with MANOLO BLAHNIK Chaos Anlke-Strap Sandals ($725) and an Alexander McQueen Britannia Skull-Clasp Studded Clutch Bag, in black ($2,495) for date night.
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This floor-length DSQUARED 2 Strappy Black Dress ($937.27) with a criss-cross back is a black dress that transitions from daytime shopping to a casual night out. The way that the fabric wears inspires the idea of casual luxury. Pair this dress with the timeless gold Versace Medusa Necklace ($995) and these Black Leather Raffia Sidworth Sandals from Burberry London ($650) for a casual night out. Or brighten up the look with these Nak Armstrong Rectangular Button Studs ($1,275) in 18k gold and sterling silver in emerald and green tourmaline. These earrings add a polished pop of color to this outfit and when accented with the right makeup (a la glossy pink lip) are a true statement piece.
Floor-Length Casual Black Dress
The Open Back Skinny Dress by James Perse Los Angeles ($195) is made of 94% cotton with a squared-out open back creating the perfect combination of summer comfort and style. It is form-fitting and exudes a sensual vibe mixed with a casual flair elicited by the calf-length of this dress. Pair this dress with these smooth black and tan leather Amy Ankle-Wrap Sandals by Isabel Marant Etoile ($495) and this black leather and gold Arena Three Row Giant Bracelet by Balenciaga for an edgy, sexy look. Or opt for a feminine flair by pairing it with this Chloe Ellie brass necklace in soft pink and gold ($527.53).
