If you like to wear black as much as I do, listen up. I have become quite aware of the way different fabrics hold black dye as well as which fabrics and textures look good together. With this in mind,
Why I Love Wool and So Should You
Wools are always a deeper black than cottons (wool holds dye better) which is why when I’m buying black trousers, sweaters and of course suits, I stick to wool. And what’s even better is wool doesn’t fade like cotton does over time
Matching Your Blacks
No matter what the fabric, shades of black differ so be careful when putting an all black outfit together. For example, when pairing a black shirt with black trousers, the black shirt might have a purple cast while your black trousers have a brown cast. These differences are subtle, but important.