Black is technically not a color, but for our purposes we will consider it as such. Black is unusual in that it is essentially the absence of light; it does not emit or reflect light, but absorbs it. This may explain black's sense of mystery and its common representation of death.
In fashion, black is the ultimate in style. The “little black dress” is every woman's secret weapon and a dashing tuxedo on a man is simply stunning. Black fabric can be used as a slimming color, hiding imperfections in the body, making it an obvious choice for clothing. Black fabric accentuates the other colors of the skin, making fair skin appear fairer and green eyes appear greener.
Western culture has a love/hate relationship with black, for it is both chic and deadly. Consider, for instance, Batman, who is both revered and feared, or the Addams Family, who are darkly funny but have a penchant for cemeteries. There is something exquisite about black, something alluring and powerful. Most luxury cars and limousines are black and most electronics are as well. But black can be dangerous: the absence of light allows for the existence of things that would be quickly eradicated in the light. Darkness connotes an element of the unknown, of evil, and of death. Children are never afraid of daytime; only night. This fuels all sorts of superstitions, from black cats to witches.
All told, black fabric is one of the most widely used colored fabrics in the world and can be used in items for any occasion.
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