A black shirt is the must have in any wardrobe

Black is the new blue. Although black is not actually a colour, it is extremely stylish and can be combined well in any situation.

When do you wear a black dress shirt?

Black is a colour for every season. It is never out of fashion and can be combined with many different colours. By combining a black dress shirt with the right outfit, you are never out of style and always look smart.

Colours play an important role in our lives. They reflect our emotions and moods. For instance, research has shown that more than 65% of men find black clothing to look intelligent. It gives you confidence, strength and masculinity.

That doesn’t mean you can always wear black. Ultimately, it depends on the situation. A black outfit is often associated with a funeral-look and not even characterised as a colour but that doesn’t mean you can not wear black.

Black is timeless, stylish and an excellent choice to wear on a date or job interview. It’s associated with confidence and give you a smart casual look. Even when you are going out a black dress shirt from Olymp Shirts is never out of style. It always looks elegant and can also be used during the holidays. Especially combined with different colour accents in your bow tie.

man in black long-sleeved top

Black on black

You can create different types of looks with a black dress shirt. A nice clean black shirt can be worn in an elegant way under a black suit. And with a black tie it gives you a distinguished.

If you prefer a slightly less Steve Jobs look, combine it with a grey or anthracite colbert or jacket. Of course you can also combine a black dress shirt with a nice black jumper.

Combine black with the right trousers

A black dress shirt can be combined perfectly with all types of trousers. A dark colour denim, but also khaki trousers or chinos make a great match. Even in summer a black shirt can be worn on white linen trousers.

Just make sure its matches when combining black with another colour of black. Different shades of black can be complementary to each other. But you have to be careful so it does not look mismatched.

A other advantage when wearing black is that it can be worn with any type of skin tone. In addition, you hardly see any marks and creases on black and it makes you look slim. That may be for the best, especially during the holidays ;).