1. A.P.C. Zebra Print Dress

Price: $275.00 at lagarconne.com
This loose fitting dress comes in a fairly subdued animal print pattern. This dress has a split stand collar, three quarter length sleeves, and comes with a removable slip. It also has a slight gathering detail at the front. Monochrome dresses such as this would look great paired with black opaque tights and leather wedge ankle boots.

2. Helmut Lang Frequency Asymmetric Modal-Jersey Dress

Price: $360.00 at net-a-porter.com
This Helmut Lang dress has a fashion forward design. I would expect no less from this brand. It has an asymmetric neckline and hem, and features a grey and black print along the front and back. This dress is figure-hugging and fitted. Pair it with sky high heels for an edgy evening look, or dress is down with a slouchy blazer or jacket.

3. Day Birger Et Mikkelson Embellished Dress

Price: $560.00 at net-a-porter.com
This dress is a lighter take on the monochrome trend. It has an off-white base and features silver sequin and bead embellishments. The dress has a v-neck design, concealed zip fastening, and comes fully lined. If dark monochrome dresses aren’t your thing, then something like this would make a great alternative.

4. Topshop Black Flower Print Sundress

Price: $75.00 at us.topshop.com
This black and white flower print dress would be ideal for daytime dressing. The small floral print creates an overall abstract appearance. This dress has a triangle neckline, tie waist, and adjustable shoulder straps. Pair with some strappy sandals and colourful accessories for a fun summer look.

5. Dorothy Perkins Black/White Geo Print Dress

Price: $65.00 at dorothyperkins.com
Monochrome dresses are even more eye catching when they feature a bold pattern or print. The geometric print on this dress is a statement maker. It has a slash neckline, three quarter sleeves, and full skirt. The print is very retro. Pair with patent black accessories for a streamlined look. For something a bit more quirky, try bright accents in pinks and blues.

6. Elizabeth and James Lorimer Dress

Price: $395.00 at net-a-porter.com
This two tone dress features a black satin body and grey jersey top. The top part has a round neck, short sleeves and rolled hems. The dress part a sweetheart design, ruched bodice, and exposed zip fastening at the back. The light grey jersey fabric gives this dress a casual twist.

7. Temperley London Water Silk Mini Dress

Price: $1310.75 at theoutnet.com
Even at a 65% discount this silk dress will still stretch, and most likely break, the budget. It has a bold monochrome pattern consisting of black and white diamond patterns. This flowing dress also has a self tie ribbon at the neck, fluted sleeves, and cut out details. This dress would look great alone, or layered over tights and under jackets.

Monochrome dresses don’t always have to have a grayscale colour palette. These are just a few dresses to take inspiration from. Which of the above do you like best?

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