Dark age: 10 ways to wear black beyond spooky season

How to give your wardrobe a dopamine detox

Taking your look back to black is the dopamine detox your winter wardrobe is craving. Don’t be spooked by an all-black look. Instead, embrace the demure yet mindful aesthetic of the dark side. Think gothic romance with a mix of enchanting tulle dresses and sumptuous satin for a pitch-perfect look.

Get The Look

Add understated luxury to your look with a Duchess satin co-ord, as seen at Cobbler’s Lane.

Do The Twist

The Ashley Twist Neck Top, €55, Sinead Keary

Elevate your capsule wardrobe with a contemporary twist on the simple black top, €55, Sinead Keary.

#ieloves: Talking Head

Gold Necklace with Black Swarovski Skull, €140, MoMuse

Lean into the spooky season with this stunning black crystal skull pendant, €140, MoMuse.

Roll With It

Mini Silk Roll Bag, €395, Aoife Lifestyle

Stick to classic accessories for sartorial longevity with this silk roll-top bag, €395, Aoife Lifestyle.

Silver Lining

Knit Sweater with Beaded Sleeves, €39.95, Zara

Break up an all-black look with silver beaded detailing, €39.95, Zara. 

Pocket Friendly: Knee-Deep

Black Knee High Boots, €30, Penneys

Step stylishly into autumn in these slick knee-high boots, €30, Penneys.

Black Swan

Satin and Tulle Dress, €168, Kate Cooper

Upgrade the balletcore aesthetic to gothic glamour with a cocktail of satin and tulle, €168, Kate Cooper available nationwide.

Soft Side

A-Line Faux Leather Skirt, €34.99, H&M

Look to the softer side of leather’s tough exterior with this A-line midi skirt, €34.99, H&M.

Fringe Benefit

Fringed Trousers, €99, & Other Stories

Don’t stay on the fringes of fashion. Instead make a stylish impact in these fringed trousers, €99, & Other Stories.

Knight Rider

Shearling Biker Jacket, €59.99, Stradivarius

Stay cosy while looking cool in this shearling biker jacket, €59.99, Stradivarius.