Black and gold is chic

Gold and black will bring opulence to the most dreary wardrobe.

The seductive combination is the best way to introduce colour into eveningwear and look bang on trend.

The pairing was seen all over the runways last year, with most of the top designers offering a take on it.

Lanvin united a bright, gold goddess dress with elbow-length black leather gloves to toughen up their winter look.

The outfit was completed with black and gold heels and a black feathered hair accessory.

Balmain also played with the mixture and brought together black skinny trousers and a metallic tailored gold jacket.

To get the look start simply with a pair of tight black jeans and a rich gold shirt. Complete the outfit with a black patent belt and shoes. Avoid gold jewellery as the tones can clash.

For a more dramatic interpretation take inspiration from Lanvin and mix textures as well as colour. Try black leather trousers and a gold jacket or a gold dress matched with black leather racing gloves. Wear with black opaque tights and black heeled boots.