No matter your style preferences, something we can all agree upon is the unwavering relevance of the color black. It's classic, simple, and despite getting a bad reputation for being

target="_blank" target="_blank">"boring", it can actually be totally versatile. It all depends on which pieces you wear and how you put them together. To prove just how universal the color is, we're showing you exactly how to pull off an all-black outfit, whether your styles skews more classic, trend-forward, or anywhere in between.

Forget what you know about the dark monochrome look coming off as too somber or severe. Those with romantic style prove the color to be flirty and playful, while trend-minded people are making the palette instantly covetable. To prove it, we put together a visual guide to styling these monochromatic ensembles, complete with 12 outfit formulas that just work. We also went ahead and included shopping options in case you're feeling inspired to re-create anything for yourself, as we do. With that, continue on to see the all-black outfits we're loving right now.