I am just back from a visit to England and I can confirm that black and white is definitely alive there in 2025.

As much as colourful english cottages, moody painted hues in pubs, and the vibing colours in cafes are also very much a thing, it is evident that black and white is a timeless, present and classic choice that will never go out of style.

Stroll (I mean, scroll) with me as I share some of my favourite black and white sightings....

1. I spotted this pairing of black telephone booths and couldn't help but capture a photo. (and yes, red is very much the typical colour on phone booths throughout London, which is probably why i was so drawn to these in black. )

London phone booths | iPhone capture

2. While in Knotting Hill, the Paul Smith design house stopped me in my tracks. (Fall is magical!)

Paul Smith Design House | iPhone capture

3. Visiting Kensington Gardens, I was smitten with the black bench and of course the backdrop of white blooms.

Kensington Gardens in Fall | iPhone capture

4. The amazing black and white exteriors spotted throughout London are just jaw droppingly beautiful.

London architecture | iPhone capture

London architecture | iPhone capture

5. In the Spitalfields, which is known for art and colour, I couldn't help but be drawn to this flower shop.

Jen's plants & florist | iPhone capture

And also in the Spitalfields, I spotted these black shutters (oh, my)

Spitalfields shutters | iPhone capture

6. And let's finish up in the Cotswold with this dreamy black door. (I know, right?)

A cotswold door | iPhone capture

Hope you enjoyed this black and white post.

Stay creative : - )