Every woman needs a basic black sundress like this one from Sincerely Jules in their wardrobe.

I’ve styled this with a fabulous suede wrap belt, the most comfortable platform espadrilles ever, and a a beaded clutch from Idelle bags to add a pop of color and sparkle.

But the styling options with a dress like this are almost unlimited.

Keep it belt-less for a free-and-easy look or wear it over a bathing suit by the pool or to the beach. For cooler nights, you can add a tee-shirt underneath or a cardigan over the top. Or, you can treat it with my styling trick du jour: throw a denim or other button down shirt over the top and tie it at the waist, 80’s style.

I also chose to keep things casual with minimal jewelry, but you could make it modern with a beaded choker or keep it elegant and classy by layering strands of gold necklaces over it.

However you choose to style it, a basic black dress – or rather, NOT so basic black dress – is a must-have for your summer wardrobe.