20 All-Black Work Outfits to Copy Now

Let's face it: About 90% of our wardrobe is made up of colorless pieces, so why try to suddenly change it up when getting dressed for work? An all-black outfit can be especially powerful—as a sartorial statement and even as a political one, as the Golden Globes proved last night. So give in and get inspired with today's roundup of all-black work outfits that will make you the most stylish person in the office.

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Layer a turtleneck under a midi dress for a chic, office-appropriate look.

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When in doubt, pair a sleek sweater with a full skirt.

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Try pairing a super-cool pantsuit with ankle boots.

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Contrast an oversize coat and baggy trousers with a delicate top.

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Make your patent coat the star of your outfit by wearing it closed and adding trousers and flats.

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A turtleneck and midi skirt are like a blank canvas for all your favorite accessories.

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Add a colorful surprise to your matching set by opting for bright tights or socks.

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Pair your reinvented classics for a forward look.

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Don't be afraid to add standout accessories to your look.

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Layer a slip dress over a sweater. Bonus points if you also wear a socks-and-heels combo like this.

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A pop of white always looks sleek and polished.

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For a chic yet comfortable combo, wear a sweater with a front-slit midi skirt and slouchy boots.

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If your dress code allows, contrast a traditional suit with fashion sneakers.

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Add a belt to your sweater-and-skirt combo to pull it all together.

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When done right, jumpsuits can totally work for the office.

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Let a long, drapey black coat be the star of your look.

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A silky shirt will make even your most eclectic pieces look polished. 

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Make a sheer top office-appropriate by sneaking it under your blazer.

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Take your casual-Friday jeans to the next level with a belted jacket.

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A printed silk scarf gives any outfit a classic touch.

Next, check out every look from the Golden Globes, and see why every celebrity wore black on the red carpet.

Editor-at-Large

Since starting as an intern back in 2013, Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour has held several roles here at Who What Wear, and she is currently Editor-at-Large. It was a less expected route, seeing as she was graduating from business school at USC when this all began, but it has turned out to be the best one for her. Fast-forward to 2020, and she's moved to NYC from her hometown of Beverly Hills and spends her workdays a little differently from when she was an intern starting out. Currently, she focuses on a weekly mélange of shopping content. As far as her personal style goes, she's largely drawn to classic pieces and neutral basics but will always make an exception for something colorful, printed, or bejeweled as long as it's deemed worthy enough. After all, the only thing she loves more than a good party is dressing up for one. On weekdays, she can usually be found at home eating something delicious for dinner and trying to force her husband to watch 90 Day Fiancé.