The little black dress, or LBD for short, is the ultimate embodiment of style and sophistication. This wardrobe staple is loved for its versatility, minimalist style, and flattering color. Whether you’ve got a long working day ahead, a special dinner or you’re going out for a night on the town, a black dress is a way to go.
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If you’re curious about this piece, read on to discover all there is to know about the little black dress, and how to wear it:
History
The little black dress was made the epitome of chic by none other than the legendary, Coco Chanel. The fashion icon was known for taking pieces of traditional menswear and altering them to work for the female silhouette, basically, everything she touched turned to vogue.
So, when Miss. Chanel first caught sight of the LBD, she launched her very own in a beautiful, minimalist cut and amazing quality fabric.
During the 1940s, the LBD had a bit of a comeback. The simplistic style was far too basic for the decadence of the 20s and 30s, however, when WWI sparked widespread economic hardship the dress came back into fashion.
The piece was no-nonsense, practical and demure, and following the 40s it’s been a constant in popular culture and stylish wardrobes ever since!
How to wear the LBD?
Now that you know the rich background of this stylish, sexy and timeless piece, you can start thinking about how to wear it! The beauty of black dresses is that they can be worn in any way you want them! From super casual to fashionably formal, here’s how you can wear your LBD:
Daytime Casual: To wear your LBD on the weekend or at a casual lunch, stick on some slides, Birkenstocks or casual leather sandals, tie a white or striped button-up around your waist, sling on a basket bag, and you’re good to go.
You can wear your shirt as a bit of a “shacket” if the day gets a little cooler. Alternately, an oversized denim jacket dresses any piece of clothing down!
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Sleek and Sophisticated: If you want to go for the subtle, minimalist look a -la Posh Spice, wear your LBD with a strappy pair of black kitten heels or mules, silver stud earrings and a simple, minimalist bangle to match. This is elegant, classic and great for a night out.
Office Chic: Your dress should be the kind of piece you can take with you to work – just make sure it’s not too short! Pair your dress with an oversized black blazer, sheer black tights and some statement brogues to add a touch of androgynous style.
Winter Wear: Your dress should also be trans-seasonal! To warm up at wintertime, wear your dress with thick black tights, statement boots, a white long sleeve tee layered underneath and throw a heavy leather jacket over the top. This look is 90s grunge teen meets Coco Chanel. A statement burgundy lip would tie this look together perfectly if you’re feeling bold!
Classic: The most classic way to wear your LBD is with black pumps, a pair of pearl earrings or delicate studs, and a leather black clutch or shoulder bag. Slide on a pair of cat-eye sunnies and pull your hair into a bun to go full Audrey Hepburn!
Cocktail Hour: For your next cocktail hour, rock your LBD with platform heels, a subtle clutch and a pair of statement, contrasting earrings. Pick white or cream hoops to add a touch of 60s flair to your formal look!
The little black dress really is the most versatile and stylish wardrobe staple out there, invest in a classic cut and you’ll have endless outfits to choose from!
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Rashid Nawaz is a professional blogger and a News report. He works for SMH News Agency in Jhang and he is a news reporter on Dunya Urdu as well.
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