A Little Black Dress, LBD, never goes out of fashion and is a
must-have for every wardrobe.
In its new reincarnation, the Little Black Dress is everything but not so simple. The range of hot new little black dresses is made from luxe fabrics, but using more modern cuts and detailing.
Lace detailing, jewelled embellishments, layered fabrics, one-shoulder, puffed sleeves, plunging neckline, halter style, drop waists, military lines and sexy detailing make these dresses contemporary and give them a fashionable twist. In many cases they can be worn a number of ways making them true investment pieces.
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To make the most of your little black dresses, team them up with a variety of accessories suitable for different occasions. Wear the right shoes, handbags and jewelry to go with your dress.
Get some cue from the celebrity styles below......
.Natalie Zea at the DIC and Instyle Magazine 8th Annual Diamond Fashion Show
.Natalie Zea looks chic in her puffed sleeves LBD that is cinched with a blue belt and paired with gladiator heels. Like her hair pulled up in a pony, which shows her face. You can wear a cinch-belt in colour and matching shoes with your LBD.
.Left - Lindsay Lohan at Grand Opening of Atlantis, The Palm Resort Dubai
Right - Celina Jaitley at EMI Music Launch
.For a sexy avatar, a halter LBD would be perfect.
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Gwyneth Paltrow (left) and Preity Zinta (right)
LBD looks fab with a jacket!!!!!!
Pair your LBD with a jacket like Gwyneth and Preity above or a shrug. A tuxedo jacket will suit well for the red-carpet or evening party. For a more casual look team your LBD with a plaid or denim jacket and over-the-knee boots (image on right).
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Make your LBD work over-time - a simpler LBD can be worn at the office and the same with a formal jacket can be carried to an evening party. For the office wear it with a tweed jacket and then take that jacket off and put fishnets on and wear it to dinner
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Sarah Jessica Parker (SJP) in three different styles of Little Black Dress
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SJP shows her fashion credentials in different, yet each applauding, styles of Little Black Dress. The twisted versions of the classic LBD she is wearing is perfectly styled with the right accessories and hair-dos.
The new avatar of LBD from Balmain's Spring 2009 collection
Anne Hathaway takes the LBD to the next level of sizzling hotness in this Balmain corset dress while Sarah Jessica Parker's Balmain LBD is a fabulous choice to which she adds a rock-chic element.
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Left - SJP at New York City Ballet's Opening Night Gala
Right - Anne Hathaway at 20th Anniversary of the Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala
SJP is wearing Balenciaga point sliver shiny booties and opaque tights with the dress and to finish the whole look, she opted for a very simple ballerina hair by pulling all her hair back. Anne choose black Christian Louboutin platform pumps, casual wavy hairdo, classic red lips and accessorised with Cartier jewellery. Both women looked amazing. Like their complete ensemble.
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Diane Lane at 2009's Critics Choice Awards
Diane Lane shimmered in her sequin LBD at 2009 Critics Choice Awards. The satin detailing on the neckline and the waist added sophistication and glam to the dress. For accessories, Diane chose diamond-crusted earrings and a black patent clutch and black sandals. Sophisticated yet sassy, like her style.
How to wear your perfect Little Black Dress (LBD):
- Black always looks good and suits every girl provided you wear the right cut and fit. Choose a style that fits you perfectly, you don't want super mini-dress that doesn't fit right.
- If you don't have a LBD, choose a dress that can be worn both day and night by changing accessories like shoes, jewellery and fashion belts. However if you already have one basic pair, then definitely a new avatar of LBD would be a smart buy.
- Choose a classic style that will not fade out as fashion trends change.
- Choose the perfect length. I'd say a knee-length dress is best because it serves for multi-occasions.
- For the day add dash of color and for the night a hint of sparkle with jewelry are all that you need to get going. The simpler the dress the more accessorising you will require, while for a dress that speaks for itself opt for simplicity in accessories and keep it minimal.
- For a modern twist wear your LBD with opaque black or patterned leggings or tights (see SJP above).
- Choice of hairstyle is very important with the LBD. If your LBD is short and sexy, contrast with a simple ponytail or a chignon. If your dress is more conservative, go for a soft, sexy haircut such as a loose bun with strands pulled out. A black head-band to match your LBD can look chic and smart, especially with a few strands of hair pulled loose at the front.
Beautify Picks:
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1. BCBG Max Azaria Satin Halter Tiered Dress (left) - for $200, Buy
2. ASOS Lace Insert Long Sleeve Backless Dress (center) - for £35, Buy
3. Warehouse Frill Front Dress (right) - for £59, Buy
Perfect Accessory with LBD - PEARL STRING
A picture of Hepburn standing elegantly on the corner of Fifth Avenue, New York wearing a chunky pearl necklace, but a slim little black dress and holding on a coffee-to-go cup, is probably one of the most memorable images and an epitome of style.
String of pearls look gorgeous with a LBD and it is one accessory and style that would never go out of fashion.
Tip - trick is to layer pearl string with multiple strands while pairing with your little classic black dress.
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left to right - Ashlee Simpson, Sarah Jessica Parker and Gwyneth Paltrow
.If you don't already own one, it's time to add a little black dress to your wardrobe.
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