Fashion's devotion to Black - do you wear it?
 

Not really a colour yet it makes up a large part of my wardrobe. The little black dress (championed by Coco Chanel), black trousers for all seasons to dress up or down, black lingerie....black boots, my patent black high-heels, the list goes on.

Black is full of symbolism. Think black: thoughts, looks, moods, magic, shirts....

White is worn for Christenings and weddings, think purity and light. Black for funerals since roman times, think death, darkness....evil? Good and Bad -Ben Hur rides in the Chariot race with white arab horses, Mesalla has Black ones - he's the baddy... Then there was that song, Black is black..

Black is supposed to make us look slimmer and more chic, even cheap black clothes have this effect..a winner all round.:)

Do you wear black, how do you wear it and how does it make you feel?

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i think black is the sexiest colour a woman can wear.

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Sod off I'm having a funny turn.:hehetable

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I have quite alot of black and alot of dark greys.

I think that it does make you feel more "dressed up" if you know what I mean and when it comes to underwear for a special occasion -;)-black every time really for me and so far I havent had any complaints!

:D

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Pete will be having another funny do after my post aswell!!

I will sit patiently and wait for the reply if he can type it!! ;)

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Ssssssssssssod offffffffffff.:D:D

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:rofl38::lol::rofl38:

HeeHeeHee!!!!

Pete I think there is something leaning on your keyboard!!!

I am sooooooo gonna blush next time I see you!!!

:dflam:

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Oh yes I wear it a lot... when I go shopping I tell myself no more black but I obviously don't listen.

Funnily enough, wearing brown makes me fell really depressed...

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Paris wears quite a lot of black, no complaints from this kid.

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Actually one colour I never ever wear is white... to me it's a non colour and I couldn't be arsed with all the washing anyway.

You won't find a single white item in my wardrobe - not even in my underwear drawer.

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As I've said before susie ya sound like my kinda gal:D

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No.

http://www.accringtonweb.com/forum/f...odd-55542.html

:D

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Black is sexy:alright:
Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress by The Hollies - YouTube

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I did design one black frocky horror show dress.

http://www.accringtonweb.com/forum/f...a-23964-2.html

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Actually I never wear it, but I did design some some black clothes, thinking about it.

A black/platinum reversible suit, seen here on the platinum side, for Weatherall.

Black nylon bomber jackets, for Corolla at Joseph.

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Henry Ford liked black too

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Even though you thought I was sad on another thread? ;)

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I have a vast collection of black t-shirts, some dating back to the 80's, that I've bought at gigs over the years. Can't bring myself to get rid of 'em even though some are full of holes....they're like part of my history.

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Black humour!!!!?

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Oh come on the perfect woman hasn't been born yet:D

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True Steve -wonder why most cncert gear is printed on Black...!

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Tsk-tsk -telling fibs - i remember clearly you were wearing black G!!!! Blue jeans, black micro-fleece and black shoes...unless of course I'm colour-blind!:rolleyes::D

Mad i didn't get a photo now....amongst other things that i forgot! Will send you a list:D

Begin to wonder when i'll manage to write something completely new and original on here -he has a previous post or something identical or similar every time....sulk,sulk,sulk:D

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Do you have it in size 14/16? Perfect for when I'm in "Cinders" mode with that cute headscarf - will he ever arrive with the glass slipper?!

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I think, cos it's the devils' colour...\,,/

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Had something similar suit-wise back in 1984 - Principles or Next perhaps but black and cream.

Love the black lace-up boots alla Mary Poppins -was never to be seen without mid-80's- remember that night at the Randolph Hotel, Oxford?!;)
Or was i wearing the black patent pumps, your memory is better than mine...

Black lace is not my thing - being a lapsed Catholic - very Maria-Veronica Ciccone in the 80's -(Like a Virgin meets Desperately seeking Susan...):D

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So Eric, Cashy and Groove appreciate a woman in black - Apollonia is a Happy Greek widow in need of comany....;):D

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....she's had five husband's, each no longer with us!

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Witches wear Black. ;) :D

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http://www.betablocker.co.uk/vb/imag...lies/blind.gif

Wrong, Mrs. Magoo.

Head to toe in navy, and blue.

The only thing I have in black, is my humour.

;)

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As I write, I am wearing a black t-shirt and black trousers.

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Oh, and black socks too.

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Ya funny you should mention that Eric that was the favourite colour of both my mother in laws:D:D

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i've just bought myself a new LBD for my friends wedding this Saturday, to go with my new BLACK boots and BLACK tights and a BLACK bolero, the wedding has a black and white theme.....i have a white handbag :D

Perhaps you will one day, but only if you develop a warped imagination.

You really need to start thinking outside the black box, (even that is a bright orange these days).

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Thought Black was the chosen colour of Boloxnia, Less:D

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Perhaps they were hoping yeh would croak?:D

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Some cultures only wear white/off white for funerals rather than black. Some other cultures wear red as well as black I believe.

Most of my evening dresses are black. I think it is more forgiving rather than a case of it being more or less attractive. I don't wear a particular colour more than any other on a general day to day basis. However, I also never wear white and don't own any plain white underwear. Just a few items with patterns. I generally prefer blacks, greys and bright colours. I never wear pastels really either...

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That sounds just like me blazey - except you are 40 years younger. Forgot to mention pastels in my earlier post - but yuk! ;)

Glad to see from your profile that you are helping to keep Lancaster Uni's bars afloat - and if you are doing law a penchant for black/grey might be a good start to a career!

You're right too about white for mourning (China/Japan), also red in S Africa, purple in Thailand and yellow in Egypt and Burma. Or at least that's what the www tells me!

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I've actually not updated my profile for a while. I completed my law degree in 2010 and now I'm doing a masters in social work. From one disliked profession to another. I must have done something bad in a past life. I am still studying at Lancaster though.

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I've updated my profile now. Thanks for pointing out how out of date it was! I've not been on here for a while :D

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Taste in clothing colour change as ageing happens.
I no longer wear bright colours because it contrasts too much with greying hair and paling skin. (avoiding the mutton dressed as lamb look)

I do have some 'old lady beige', but my current preferences are for muted greens and greys.

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Oh well someone's got to do it. Well done you.

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A colour/personality test
Color Preference Personality Test

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Little Boy Blue by Eugene Field

The little toy dog is covered with dust,
But sturdy and staunch he stands;
And the little toy soldier is red with rust,
And his musket moulds in his hands.
Time was when the little toy dog was new,
And the soldier was passing fair;
And that was the time when our Little Boy Blue
Kissed them and put them there.
;):D

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I do think some colours, although black and white aren't technically colours, suit some people more than others.

However, I do think people should be able to dress in whatever colours they feel like wearing.

I detest colour fascists.

Used to drive me mad. Timid little mouse people coming in with their limited colour/shade palettes, after having their skin/hair colour analysed, by some so called expert from Color (sic) Me Bad, or whatever it's called.

If it makes you feel good, when you wear it, it is the right colour for you.

The only colour rule an English gentleman needs to follow is for shoes.

'No brown in town'.

Even if the shoes do match the handbag.

Stick with black.

;):D

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Your mention of brown footwear reminded me of this

Brahn Boots ! - Stanley Holloway - YouTube

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Grey and greens with pale skin and greying hair sounds a bit "fade into the background" Margaret - I think you should go for strong blues, reds, purples and brighter greens. Accesorize with scarves and make the most of your distinguished grey locks! Black will look good too just not directly on you face, scarf again...:)

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'Accessorize with scarves' - old ladies wearing scarves are as repugnant to me as white cardigans on Blackpool prom. Shawls and serapes draped over a coat are fine and chic.

If your neck ain't fit to be seen, wear a polo or turtle neck.

I try to achieve top to toe in one colour - it heightens the image.

I recall that in my 50s I was braver with colour. I had a bright orange trouser suit.
As eyebrows raised as I entered the local WMC, my response was 'I've just been tangoed'

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Should have said Pashmina's -sounds better!

Had an orange trouser suit myself back in the early 70's -mum made one each for me and my sister Denise. Flared trousers and a waist-coat -it seemed very glam back then....

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This is my result,


PROBLEM UNDERLYING THE PRESENT STRESS -- You presently need to be appreciated and respected for being an exceptional -- not ordinary -- individual. This is because you have the need to increase your self-esteem and personal worth, both in your eyes and in the eyes of others who are important to you. You avoid anything mediocre and like to think that you live by high standards.


DESIRED OBJECTIVE -- You have a deep desire for tenderness and sensitivity in your life. You are attracted to anything aesthetic and tasteful. CURRENT INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR -- You feel that you are burdened with more than your fair share of problems. However, you stick to your goals and try to overcome your difficulties by being flexible and accommodating.


Bloody hell the third paragraph is me down to a tee.
My eyes nearly leaked when I read it!!! :D

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Completely agree. If you want to wear it, wear it. Not sure about the brown shoes though.

And as for the following, taken from Margaret's colour test reference above... no wonder some people are so f****d up:

When you have made all of your selections, in the order of your most-to-least favorite, your analysis will automatically appear in the top window.
The first result will define the CURRENT PROBLEM or theme of the current tension or stress in your life. The next result will define the UNDERLYING GOALS and drives that are currently active in your personality. These drives may be successfully expressed or they may currently be frustrated. The third result will describe the current INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR that is hindering your ability to reach these goals.

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There is only one Hollywood actress that I admire - Diane Keaton - she abhors plastic surgery.

A quote of hers -
"It`s kind of true, you do disappear off the planet if you are a middle-aged woman, but that has some advantages as well. Because too much of my life was spent waiting to be seen. Hoping to be seen, hoping to be picked. Once you realize that you aren`t looked at that way any more, other things start to happen and you have to depend on other things to get by."

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I think you must have always been confident, style wise.

Cashy always tells a good tale about you, when he was deejaying somewhere, and you hadn't seen each other for a while.

You came in, removed your headwear, and threw it across to him.

Exclaiming 'Chuck beret'!

Class.

:D

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I still have that black beret. It was my trademark.
I found it essential, whilst living in Church, to let the local IRA men think that I supported their cause ;)

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I think it just means brown shoes look a bit dodgy with a pinstripe business suit.

Though personally I always feel rules are there to be challenged.

http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:A...LiCrYGCdBCLVAw

:rolleyes:

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:rofl38::rofl38::rofl38:

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Eric ??? :)

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Well one once said she would dance on my grave, but she lost interest when I said I was being barried at sea:D

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What do ya mean a past life:D

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Good job I'm no gentleman then. Anyway I haven't got a black handbag.
Although if we're talking underwear--.

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Losing it -had noticed that myself...

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Walking round town today looking at the shop windows -70% was black -is this a reflection of hard times or the Italian obsession with all things black..

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No that's the Italian obession with black, and is slightly down on last year's figure of 72%.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/...utezemo/p6.gif

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The nun population is reducing.

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That incident i still laugh about to this day n that was early 80s i think, i never forget classic quips, twas also the first time we ever spoke, n twas n instant like fer me.:) by the way good to see yeh back blaze.;)

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Yup ... they are on a Diet of Worms:eek:

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Earth or slow:D

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Neither ... Lutheran;)

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Bad day at the office...:eek:

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No wonder Mad Bob was from Gotham City.

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Happens to all of us Cashy -unfortunately my youngest cat was run over and killed yesterday....say no more.:(:mad:
Today fnds me dressed in black selling violets outside the Markt hall -life is a myriad of opportunities -who knows what tomorrow brings -will probably still be dressed in black though..:D

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You have my sympathy - been there twice.

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If i were to count the times in the 25 yrs i've had cats....

Luckily i have Teo who's 17 and Milly who's 10 -they are the greatest company and they don't talk back!

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Cashy, only came on for a look to avoid doing my essay!

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You'll have to do it sometime;)

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Sorry about yer mog Di,its upsetting to lose any pet,;) pity it wasn't me local councillor instead.