Hey New Yorkers!! What’s the deal with all the black clothing? Today, I’m attempting to debunk the mystery of why New Yorkers have such a strong affinity to dark clothing. Or is this a stereotype? Well…Yes and No!
When we first moved to NYC, I became fascinated with New Yorkers LOVE of dark clothing. I mean really–why is everyone always wearing black? Is everyone in on some secret fashion rule and I never got the memo? Maybe everyone is depressed because the weather is so cold here? Honestly, if New York fashion had a theme song, it would be ‘Paint it Black’ by the Rolling Stones!
Don’t believe me? Proof below 🙂
So, do New Yorkers even wear color? Absolutely, they do! But they also have good reasons why black is a staple in their wardrobes!
1) NYC closets are tiny— We only have room for the essentials and therefore, we have to be very selective in our clothing choices.
2) Practicality trumps the color wheel– New Yorkers are exposed to the elements of city life daily- subways, sidewalks, weather, etc. Black hides dirt like no other color can. So, when a taxi sprays you with street slush or when you stand against the dust covered subway doors- you want to be wearing black.
3) Classic Black– Black is timeless, slimming and unlike patterns- black never goes out of style.
So, have I gotten the bug? Did I join the crowd?
Truthfully, I’ve grown to appreciate the sensible approach New Yorkers have mastered in regards to clothing and I have added a handful of black pieces to my wardrobe.
Yet, I still believe that life should be lived…colorfully!
