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Everything cuts to black and white, and maybe it's a silent film too

Christian Vierig/Getty Images Sometimes you want to go backless to make a glamorous and dramatic statement

Waist: Bodycon fit with high stretch

You can also wear a white shirt with lighter colors, such as a tan suit for women

Through the second world war and the golden age of Hollywood, the little black dress carried on to soar, with many new technicolour films utilising black costumes as the colours would distort less in post-production

Your pocket square can also introduce a restrained colour or pattern, ensuring it complements the overall outfit rather than clashing with it