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I painted it in General Finishes Lamp Black the gave the piece a heavy distressing to make it look 100 years old then sealed it up in matte top coat and added all new hardware to give it the card catalog look then added a set of metal legs to give the piece extra height

The combination of black patent leather and gold accents offers a refined, eye-catching aesthetic

When you need to seem cool and laid-back, this uncomplicated and easygoing approach is also a safe choice

Pair with: black-tie weddings, gala season, the Met steps, opera nights, and the kind of dinner you have to leave the house an hour earlier for

Shop the Look: Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UKs Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism