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Would that combination be a fashion mistake or looking off-putting? Summoned up simply: Can you wear black shoes with khakis

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The black linen dress: Boden Linen Cross Back Midi Dress, 139 / $220 The black tummy flattering dress: Nobody's Child Caliope Scoop Neck Dress, 50 The beach-ready black dress: Hush Pure Cotton Square Neck Maxi Beach Dress, 80 / $104 The black broderie anglaise dress: Whistles Broderie Anglaise Shirt Dress, 105 / $219 The one to dress up or down: Arket Halterneck Dress, 95 I think they're perennially chic, eschewing the sometimes gaudy florals or designs that flood the shops come summer and stay stylish just by existing

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