Yahoo Lifestyle17 Chic Little Black Dresses to Wear Now
- 1/18
17 Chic Little Black Dresses to Wear Now
Calling the little black dress (affectionately nicknamed the LBD) a classic is an understatement. The staple has proven to be absolutely essential for decades, since its official coining in the 1920s. After Coco Chanel named the original LBD, it’s been made even more famous by the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Tina Turner, Princess Diana, and Angelina Jolie (to name just a few). Through stylist’s advice, personal experience, and the dress code description at the best events, we have seen the importance of the LBD time and time again. It will never go out of style, never be distasteful, and will always have your back. It is always the right thing to wear.
Even in 2020, which has a more casual dress code than ever, new styles continue to keep the LBD in rotation. Last minute holiday party? No problem. Brunch with friends? Wear your LBD with white sneakers to make it more casual. Formal event? Pop on some pumps and hit the road in your LBD. To ensure you are prepared for any occasion, we’ve compiled our new favorite styles below.
- 2/18
Sequin Bow Velvet Dress
Kate Spade
katespade.com
$448.00
Sparkly bows on this Kate Spade velvet dress are a darling detail that will look amazing with tights and a heel.
- 3/18
Lorelei Long Sleeve Cutout Knit Midi Dress
A.L.C.
nordstrom.com
$595.00
This sleek fitted dress tows the line between modest and sexy with a high neckline, long sleeves—and a daring waist cut-out.
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- 4/18
Silk Charmeuse Apron Dress
T Alexander Wang
saksfifthavenue.com
$395.00
Go glam with this mini dress by Alexander Wang. Pair it with knee high boots and statement earrings or tights and combat boots. No matter what, you are guaranteed to have a good time.
- 5/18
Feathery Mini Dress
Ganni
ganni.com
$425.00
The perfect combination finally exists in this Ganni dress: the LBD and the statement collar.
- 6/18
Layered Smocked Leather and Stretch Knit Dress
Proenza Schouler
net-a-porter.com
$2490.00
This dress by Proenza Schouler has beautiful leather details and the shirred knit will hug your figure perfectly.
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- 7/18
Satin Trimmed Cady Tuxedo Dress
Iris & Ink
theoutnet.com
$225.00
This tuxedo dress by Iris & Ink will carry you effortlessly from the office to the party. Add a belt for extra oomph.
- 8/18
Draped Asymmetric Knitted Dress
Off-White
farfetch.com
$1148.00
Go asymmetrical and show off your legs with this style by Off-White.
- 9/18
Ajak Sequin Wrap Dress
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
saksfifthavenue.com
$795.00
Chiara Boni’s fringe-trimmed LBD is flattering and timeless.
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- 10/18
Jewel Embroidered Shift Dress
Tory Burch
toryburch.com
$698.00
It’s all in the details! Especially in this chic dress by Tory Burch.
- 11/18
Polka Dot Cady Dress
Dolce & Gabbana
modaoperandi.com
$1845.00
This dress by Dolce & Gabbana can be worn on its own, or with a white tee shirt underneath for casual affairs.
- 12/18
Lunar Mini Dress
Reformation
brownsfashion.com
$229.00
Searching for the perfect LBD that’s also made sustainably? Look no further than Reformation’s Lunar dress.
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- 13/18
Embellished Mini Dress
- 14/18
Chain Trim Long Sleeve Mini Dress
Givenchy
farfetch.com
$2795.00
Givenchy is known for their couture-level fit, and this LBD with a chain neckline is no exception.
- 15/18
Beaded Collar Jersey Midi Dress
Paco Rabanne
matchesfashion.com
$780.00
This elegant dress by Paco Rabanne is sure to captivate your audience wherever you are. The high collar frames your face while the jersey fabric hugs you in all the right places.
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- 16/18
Ruched Shoulder Leather Dress
LaQuan Smith
fwrd.com
$1900.00
It’s all about volume this year, and LaQuan Smith’s architectural design is perfect for any occasion.
- 17/18
Beth Sweetheart Neck Ribbed Knit Midi Dress
Khaite
matchesfashion.com
$1380.00
Khaite is known for its perfectly designed LBDs; this dress is a must-buy.
- 18/18
Sumo Dress
Sandy Liang
sandyliang.info
$675.00
Sandy Liang’s take on formal dressing is refreshing, versatile, and super chic.
The closet staple that just keeps getting better.
