A reader struggles to see the allure of wearing black clothing. Our fashion critic offers an explanation for its popularity. By Vanessa Friedman I don’t understand the perennial appeal of black ...

There's a reason the all-black outfit is so pervasive across every echelon of the fashion industry: when you have no idea what to wear, a foolproof monochromatic ensemble is more reliable than a 1990 ...

All-black summer outfits are perhaps the easiest way to look cool when it’s hot out. While conventional wisdom holds that the warmer months are for bright colors and crisp whites, I’m never one to ...