_______ is the new black...so what's so special

_noob_
_noob_ Posts: 3,306 Member
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About black? How did this expression get started? Sure I could use google, but this may provide more candid answers.

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  • mister_universe
    mister_universe Posts: 6,664 Member
    Simple. Once that phrase went black, it could never go back.
  • jonnythan
    jonnythan Posts: 10,161 Member
    It dates back to slavery days, when new inventions were purported to be able to replace problematic, uppity slaves with machinery.
  • _noob_
    _noob_ Posts: 3,306 Member
    I would appreciate the removal of racial overtones unless it is critical to the origin of the expression, as even in my ignorance I in no way thought race was involved
  • Stump_Likker
    Stump_Likker Posts: 2,059 Member
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  • BuickGirl
    BuickGirl Posts: 17 Member
    Simple. Once that phrase went black, it could never go back.
  • Some_Watery_Tart
    Some_Watery_Tart Posts: 2,250 Member
    I don't think race ever played a role. I'm pretty sure it's fashion related. Black has always been considered a timeless go-to base color for outfits. Later, colors like navy blue, grey, and brown were touted as "the new black". And wikipedia agrees with me, so I must be right. :tongue:
  • SoViLicious
    SoViLicious Posts: 2,633 Member
    It dates back to slavery days, when new inventions were purported to be able to replace problematic, uppity slaves with machinery.

    I love problematic slaves.
  • jonnythan
    jonnythan Posts: 10,161 Member
    In case you were interested in the real answer, it's because it's generally safe to wear black with any other color and in any social situation. The Little Black Dress is the most versatile of women's clothing. Black is traditionally the most versatile and safe color for an item.

    Therefore, saying something is "the new black" means that the something is viewed to be as versatile and safe a choice as black traditionally is.
  • _noob_
    _noob_ Posts: 3,306 Member
    Ah fashion. Would make sense as to why as I was ignorant...

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