Everyone's wearing...monochrome
Monochrome never goes out of style.
Worn on and off the red carpet by everyone from Kate Beckinsale to Taylor Swifr, each star has their own take on the trend. See who wears the standout look the best - and be inspired to create your own black and white ensemble.
Getty ImagesKate Beckinsale
Appearing at a conference in New York, Kate proved the choker trend is still going strong as she matched a strapless cream top but flares for a fashion-forward but elegant look.
Rex FeaturesIf there's one dress we'd love to own this party season, it would be this. Leighton Meester's retro monochrome Balmain mini, complete with luxurious folded cream satin, is just dreamy.
Getty ImagesJessica Chastain knows that monochrome is a striking style choice against her hot auburn locks. This is retro meets modern perfection.
Rex FeaturesAnother day, another killer outfit from Kendall Jenner. The leggy brunette looked ever inch the supermodel in this gorgeous white trouser suit which she teamed with a simple black and white crop top.
Rex FeaturesAnna Kendrick nailed the monochrome trend at the New York premiere of Into The Woods in a sleek Narciso Rodriguez gown accented with a leather belt. A generous helping of jewels and a sleek down 'do gave the look an elegant finish.
Rex FeaturesFor an appearance on The David Letterman Show in New York, Emily Blunt cut a seriously sophisticated silhouette in a chic monochrome pencil dress polished off with a luxe shoulder-robed coat.
Getty ImagesTaylor Swift isn't one to do any fashion trend by halves. For her latest evening out, the singer chose a fierce black and white pencil dress, complete with thigh split and exotic waist belt. She added extra punch with a slick of hot red lipstick. Take a bow, Taylor.
Rex FeaturesHow to jazz up a simple monochrome outfit like Nicole Richie's? Well, you could always dye your hair blue...
Rex FeaturesTrust Sarah Jessica Parker to make a monochrome fashion combo anything but boring. The actress looked super chic in a pretty white day dress teamed with a contrasting fitted black blazer for the Cannes Lions 61st International Festival of Creativity in France. The icing on the cake? Those acid bright pink heels.
Rex FeaturesHow cute is Lily Allen's take on monochrome? The oversized bow on her sweatshirt adds a statement finish to her otherwise simple off-duty look. Trés chic
Rex FeaturesWe love, love, love this gorgeous black and white bow detail dress on Selena Gomez which she expertly pairs with sleek pumps and a killer swept back blow-dry.
Rex FeaturesKim Kardashian wasn't about to reserve the glamour solely for her Met Ball appearance in May 2014, taking to the streets of New York in this gorgeous monochromatic suit with statement sunglasses.
Rex FeaturesKirsten Dunst proves a black and white palette doesn't have to be in boring if it's in the form of a printed dress by Rodarte.
Rex FeaturesProving that monochromatic palettes don't have to be boring, Ashley Greene wore this printed little frock teamed with a fab shoulder-length 'do and Jimmy Choo sandals.
Rex FeaturesProof that a statement coat is all you need for spring, Mollie King dials into the magnificent monochrome trend for her latest outing. Chic and oh-so easy to replicate.
PA PhotosTaylor Swift's latest red carpet ensemble is one that will remain in our memory bank for weeks to come. The stunning J. Mendel monochrome two-piece is a real feast for the eyes.
Rex FeaturesWow-wee! Taylor looked a vision in monochromatic separates in New York this week, cosying up against the chilly East Coast weather with this white shift and black blazer combo.
PATaking the shoulder robing trend to new heights, Kelly O offers up a fine display of hard edged monochrome for after dark. We heart it.
Rex FeaturesKylie's red lipstick is the perfect tonic to her directional LMD (the's little monochrome dress, by the way!)
Getty ImagesBritish actress Felicity Jones has quietly cemented herself as a style icon. Her love of sharp tailoring on the red carpet is edgy and modern whilst managing to stay utterly feminine and this monochromatic two-piece proves just that. Plus, don’t get us started on how great her hair is…
Rex FeaturesGLAMOUR cover girl Lea Michele shows us how to do monochrome for sunnier climes, in a cute printed playsuit for an album signing in LA. We heart it.
Rex FeaturesTrust Diane Kruger to nail the monochrome trend with aplomb.
Getty ImagesProving that monochrome separates are perennially chic, Lily Allen teamed her plunging neckline with a sleek and chic black pencil skirt with white panelling detail and a pair of monochrome printed shoe-boots for good measure.
Rex FeaturesFormer Destiny's Child singer Michelle Williams worked a funky monochrome jumpsuit for the Essence Black Women in Music event in LA in January 2014, proving that monochrome doesn't just work wonders in the dress department. We like it so much we're almost tempted to invest in one ourselves.
Getty ImagesKate Beckinsale demonstrates the flattering power of monochrome in this Antonio Berardi cocktail dress.
Getty ImagesGIRLS star Allison Williams makes monochrome look majestic in a textured Alexander McQueen gown at the 2014 Golden Globes.
Getty ImagesThe dress that got everyone talking at the 2014 Golden Globes - Jennifer Lawrence in a white Dior gown complete with black band detailing. It's a winner.
PA PhotosMonochrome comes in many forms, as Amy Adams shows in this busy polka dot Juan Carlos Obando halter gown.
Rex FeaturesSimple and sweet, this is how to work monochrome for day. Thanks for the tip, Zooey Deschanel.
PA PhotosDownton Abbey star Laura Carmichael nods to the trend in an exquisite white Viktor & Rolf gown complete with elegant black pleat detail.
Getty ImagesGIRLS star Zosia Mamet shows that monochrome doesn't have to mean harsh lines and bold polar opposites in a delicate Reem Acra gown for the 2014 Golden Globes.
Rex FeaturesFearne Cotton makes monochrome her own in a tiger-print jumpsuit. Cute.
PA PhotosHayden Panettiere is all kinds of elegant at the 2014 Golden Globes in a black Tom Ford gown with perfectly placed shots of white.
Laura Whitmore clashes her prints with magnificent results.
Rex FeaturesMollie King takes us Higher in a stripey pencil skirt with all-black accessories.
Rex FeaturesSuper cool girl group Haim give monochrome a grunge makeover at SXSW festival - say hello to your new festival style crushes, ladies.
Rex FeaturesDoing the trend as only she can (that's boho to the max), Vanessa Hudgens nails it in a beaded, feathered Naeem Khan gown.
Rex FeaturesGo Solange! We're loving this mod on-stage outfit - it's almost enough to make us reach for our old turtleneck sweater.
Rex FeaturesWe'd probably have preferred Emma's Lanvin frock without the multi-layered necklace - but she proves that pale-skinned girls can look great in monochrome, so we'll forgive her.
PA PhotosPixie Lott channelled Blair Waldorf in this preppy get-up - we're sure the Queen B would have approved of the bow headband.
Getty ImagesThe couple that follows trends together, stays together. At Paris Fashion Week, celebrities couldn't get enough of the trend, and Kirsten Dunst and Garrett Hedlund wore matching monochrome ensembles.
PA PhotosJessica Alba's cool take on YSL's Le Smoking tuxedo proves why she's our eternal fashion crush.
Leave it to DJ and it-girl Leigh Lezark to nail several spring trends in one outfit - the satin bomber, statement sweater and monochrome.
Getty ImagesOle! The ruffles on Nicole Richie's Balenciaga look add flamenco flare to her monochrome outfit.
PA PhotosAshley Olsen has long been a champion of black and white, preferring simpler looks than her sister Mary-Kate. A loose white shirt teamed with black skinny trousers is timeless.
PA PhotosAt London Fashion Week, Victoria Pendleton wore Topshop Unique's checked trousers with a matching jacket and top. We're awarding her a gold medal for this look.
Rex FeaturesHead-to-toe monochrome checks is not the easiest look to pull off - but Daisy Lowe works it with aviators and pointed courts.
Rex FeaturesAt New York Fashion Week, Christina Ricci made us all jealous of a) Her impeccably toned stomach and b) Her ability to pull off this monochrome look.
Rex FeaturesThe queen of boho Rachel Zoe (somewhat unsurprisingly) goes for a 1970s take on the trend with this optical print maxi.
Rex FeaturesWhite wide-legged trousers + a monochrome knit + a fur-trimmed jacket shouldn't add up, but on Olivia Palermo this is one fashion equation that works.
Getty ImagesHead-to-toe monochrome stripes in suit form should probably only be worn by supermodels. Jessica Stam is certainly working it here.
Rex FeaturesOne more interesting way to wear black and white is to mix up printed pieces with a classic blazer and short combo - look to Coco Rocha for styling tips.
Rex FeaturesTwilight star Ashley Greene makes her look monochrome by adding a pretty ribbon belt and courts - it's the easiest way to liven up an LWD (little white dress).
Hello there, trend twins! Model Jaime King and Alison Williams both wear monochrome in very different ways - as ever, we're fans of Ms Williams' polished style.
Rex FeaturesWe probably won't be leaving the house in a netted beanie like model Laetitia Casta (leave that to the Paris Couture Shows) - but her white Dior suit dress teamed with a black polo neck is a cool look.
PA PhotosKim Kardashian wears the trend as only she can - with oodles of drama front row at Stephane Rollande. Kanye may or may not have been wearing a matching outfit.
Rex FeaturesMonochrome doesn't have to mean block shades - SJP shows how to work it as a print mash-up.
Rex FeaturesAs much as we love the fashion of GIRLS, we're kind of relieved that Zosia Mamet's wardrobe is far more sophisticated than Shoshannah's - we'll take statement trousers over a croissant-shaped handbag any day.
Rex FeaturesOh, to be a teenager and have the wardrobe of Chloe Moretz. This cute striped shift is totally 60s.
Rex FeaturesWe love Chloe Sevigny for always keeping it interesting on the red carpet. And she most definitely pulls off this bold print.
Rex FeaturesBella Thorne adds texture to the trend with a feather plume skirt and semi-sheer black bustier top - love the slightly undone up-do too!
PA PhotosIt's not just Chloe Moretz going for bold stripes - Taylor Swift's normally safe, girly style gets a trend update with this a-line frock.
Rex FeaturesDiane Kruger knows how to interpret a trend for the red carpet, taking this cut-out dress from pretty cool, to totally on trend by slinging a black jacket over the top.
WennIf only we were this fashion-forward at her age. Elle Fanning's white shirt with black bow and full skirt are a far cry from the floral leggings and Spice Girls t-shirts in our pre-teen wardrobe.
Rex FeaturesNot to be outdone, older sister Dakota Fanning proves good taste runs in the family, with this simpler, but no less stylish monochrome outfit.
Rex FeaturesMonochrome dresses like Olivia Wilde's are super-flattering thanks to the clever panelling. We'll be investing in something similar.
WENNWhile Harper's wearing an all-white look, her mum teams a white shirt and black trousers for a classicly chic look.
Rex FeaturesLace has been around for a few seasons now - update it in the most on-trend colourway like Emmy Rossum.
Rex FeaturesNaturally, the french are masters at pulling off the chic black and white look. Josephine de la Baume's outfit caught our eye for its slightly rock and roll edge.
Rex FeaturesLOVE Tali Lennox's striped blazer - one of the easiest ways to dip your toe into the monochrome trend.
Rex FeaturesIt's a subtle take on the monochrome trend, yes, but Amanda Seyfried still looks stylish in her nearly all-black look - the pattern on her pencil skirt is the finishing touch.
PA PhotosKerry Washington picks out the monochrome ruffles in her dress with white courts (another of this season's hottest shoe trends, FYI) and a black mani.
Getty ImagesThere are few who could pull a Louis Vuitton checkerboard playsuit - but Hailee Steinfeld looks so cute we're (almost) tempted to try one ourselves.
Rex FeaturesMade in Chelsea's Rosie teams a white cropped Missguided top and biker jacket with a black bottom half, so a look that's monochrome magic.
