17 Black Slip Dress Outfits for Summer

I love the black slip dress aesthetic with it’s slinky smooth look! It’s a classic item that makes for a great staple item in a capsule wardrobe.

You can easily wear a black slip dress outfits no matter your fashion style and pretty it up for formal events, layer it under a t-shirt for a Y2K feel, or pop over a blazer for work.

Slip dresses make great layering pieces, especially for transitional weather from late summer to early fall, but can be easily styled all year long.

17 Black Slip Dress Outfits to Copy for Summer-to-Fall

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Woman posing on balcony wearing a black slip dress layered over a black and white stripe tee, white purse and black sneakers. — I’m wearing this GAP slip dress, reviewed here

Black satin dresses are style chameleons. You can easily transform this silky black maxi dress from a boho look, to an edgy one, even to a classic or preppy outfit or even Parisian chic.

Casual Boho Style

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, brown oval sunglasses, boho pendant necklace, western fringe wristlet bag, nude flat sandals and gold hoops.

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, graphic tee, retro black and white stripes purse, red ballet flats, boho pendant necklace and brown sunglasses..

Embrace your inner free spirit with a boho style casual outfit by adding a laid-back graphit tee to your slip dress with trendy Mary Jane flats and layered necklaces.

Sporty Style with Teva Platforms

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, white tee, gold hoops, black cap, light green crossbody bag and multicolor sandals.

Stay comfortable and stylish with a sporty twist by wearing your slip dress with Teva sandals and a simple white tee.

Layers with a denim jacket for cooler days. Add a baseball cap and a crossbody bag to keep the look practical yet chic.

with sneakers + an Edgy Twist

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, rock tee, white purse and sneakers, pendant necklace and large retro sunglasses.

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, striped tee, Golden Goose sneakes, white purse and sunglasses.

My favorite way to wear black slip dress outfits in transitional weather is layering over an oversized rock tee or layering under a striped tee.

A black silk dress really invites black and white looks. I love adding a sporty element with edgy sneakers too!

Trendy Looks with Sneakers

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, green top and sneakers, black purse and chain necklace.

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, denim jacket, black cap, hoops, black crossbody bag and grey sneakers.

If wearing a slip dress with sneakers in a rock style fashion isnt’ your thing, no worries. You make the look more contemporary with high fashion sneakers.

Y2K Styling

Late summer outfit with black slip dress, white tee and black loafers.

Don’t worry, I haven’t forgotten that a slip dress, especially a black one, can adapt to the Y2K trend. That’s because it’s VERY much how we wore them back in the day.

The look can be updated with a chunky loafer, but keep the black velvet chocker, white t-shirt and retro shoulder bag.

Styled for a Night Out

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, leopard trench, earrings, belt, sunglasses and sandals.

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, black vest, purse and sandals and gold pendant necklace.

A black satin slip dress is made for a night out! Add a sleek strappy slide or sandal with dainty jewelry and a small bag.

You can go full on glam with bolder gold accents and a leopard trench or blazer.

Office Outfits

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, beige blazer beige and black purse, pearl earrings, pendant necklace and sling-back heels.

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, black vest, chain necklace, sunglasses, largee black tote and pointed toe flats.

Make your black slip dress office-appropriate by layering it with a tailored blazer or waistcoat vest.

I prefer a toned-down work outfit, but if you’re up to pairing the silky dress with pastels or bolder colors, go for it!

Pointed toe flats or sling-back heels are very stylish will give the slip dress outfit a feminine touch. Keep accessories minimal, practical and elegant, like a classic tote bag and dainty gold jewel.

Casual with a Striped Sweater

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, striped sweater, black bag, pendant necklace and white sneakers.

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, striped sweater, black tote, hoops, sunglasses and mules in black and white.

Stripes are a classic styling pieces, and in sweater form, a perfect item to layer over your black slip dress for a casual outfit.

These can work for daily looks as well as business casual dressing. Depending on how hot or cold early fall is for you, you can choose an open ribbed sweater in a cooling cotton/linen fabric, or a warmer merino wool blend.

Preppy Style with a Cardigan

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, white cardigan with gold buttons, earrings, small black purse and slingback pumps.

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, black cardigan, earrings, white purse and black shoes.

Upscale preppy looks work great for an elevated outing or even a night out, depending on how you style them. A preppy style is always somewhat dainty, with small structured purses and slingback pumps.

Top your black slip dress with a contrast or black cardigan. Look for added details such as gold cardigan buttons or jeweled detailing for an extra chic twist.

Contemporary Look with a Denim Vest

Outfit flatlay collage of Late summer outfit with black slip dress, denim vest, gold hoops and white heels and handbag.

Nothing says 2024 more than a structured vest! On trend and practical, I love a denim jeans vest, myself. You can wear it over a black slip dress, elevated with white (or black) heels and handbag.

But you can easily style it with a black vest to match your dress, or have fun with a beige or white one for warmer fall days.

These waistcoat choices will make your satin slip dress more elegant and even appropriate for the office.

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Now that you know how to style a slip dress this summer:

It’s clear that a black satin slip dress can make a slew of different outfits for various tastes and fashion personalities.

I have this slinky style dress included in my edgy rock capsule wardrobe, but as you’ve seen, you can easily add the right pieces to create an upscale, dainty or even sporty look.

How will you be wearing your slip dress this summer? If you need any styling advice, you can find me in my private (and free!) FB Group, below:

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-Cristina

How to Style a Black Slip Dress in Late Summer – 17 Outfits from Casual to Formal