Life might not always be black and white, but this season fashion is. There is perhaps no more iconic combination than black and white. Sophisticated and chic, black and white always makes a statement.

A black and white pairing is about as simple as its gets that never fails to impress. A black and white look can go from fierce to feminine depending on how you style it. The key to pulling off this trend is in the details. When the primary colors are black and white, its a great idea to play around with textures and pattern. Mix softer fabrics like chiffon with sharper tailoring. We love the idea of mixing a bold graphic print skirt with a demure lace top or a white silk top with black floral pants. A clean palette also provides a lot of room to have fun with accessories. Unexpected pops of color like a bold lip or fancy heels give the refined black-and-white combo a fun twist.

Whether you are remixing your existing items or shopping for new, we bring you a selection of graphic pieces and striking separates that will make for ideal wardrobe staples:

1. Mango Bicolor dress (Rs. 2990): This relaxed fit white dress with contrasting side panels from Mango is a sporty chic take on the classic black and white combo. Partner it with a pair of slinky red heels and an oversized clutch on a warm sunny day.

2. Mango Bow T-shirt (Rs. 2350): This lace embellished T-shirt from Mango is dainty, feminine and easy to wear. It's perfect piece to take your go-to black pants to the next level of polished at the office or to add a femme twist to your jeans on the weekend.

3. Forever 21 Pleated stripes Skirt: Black and white combo in a striped version is about as versatile as it gets. This pleated skirt will look fabulous with a pair of black tights and ankle boots in the winters and come spring you can rock it sans tights with a pair of open toe heels.

4. Forever 21 Sweater Top: This geometric pattern knitted sweater from Forever 21 is a great layering piece and will keep you cozy and stylish in this January chill. Wear it under a black blazer and skinny jeans for a pulled together day time look and team it with a pair of black body con skirt for a sassy night out look.

5. Vero Moda Top: Simple and Chic, this contrasting Peter Pan collar top will instantly add polish to your work wear and will make for a cool pairing with your skinny jeans and black pumps.

6. Mango Bow Dress (Rs. 3690): Black and white doesn't always have to be severe. Mango brings you a sweet and feminine iteration of the trend with its bow dress. Partner it with kitten heels and and tiny messenger bag during the day and for the night you can choose to toughen up the dress a bit with chunky heels and a studded bag.

7. Zara Blazer (Rs.4790): This season, the masculine trend is having a major moment and we agree that there is nothing sexier than a boy-meets-girl look. Zara brings you this streamlined white blazer with a cool contrasting slim lapel that will add structure to almost any ensemble. One way to style the blazer is to team it up with your skinniest black jeans for a posh day to night look. You can also throw the blazer over a fitted short skirt and a crisp white blouse. Add subtle accents like a pop of bright lipstick or towering heels to femme up the otherwise masculine look.

8. Zara Dress (Rs. 4790): This graphic printed sequin dress is a chic alternative to incorporate the black and white trend without the hassle of looking for separates. Wear it with sleek pulled back hair and pointy pumps for a rocking evening ensemble.

Tell us ladies, how do you wear black and white? What's your favorite way to rock it?

Source: Elle; My Style Pill; Style Sighting; FIrst Look Chic