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5 Little Black Dress Ideas for Any Occasion

It’s evening, you have an event, you’ve just arrived from work and… you need an outfit. A beautiful, elegant, “not too much”, but also cool & chic outfit: and you find it in the little black dress. See below our 5 little black dress ideas, perfect for any occasion.

From Coco Chanel to these days, little black dress always impressed

“The little black dress”, often referred to LBD, is considered a black, cut simply, most often short dress. Its origins are to be found in the ‘20s, in the designs of famous Coco Chanel.

Every woman should have in her wardrobe at least one LBD because it’s versatile, affordable and long-lasting. In other words, little black dress is always “in style”.

Black leather little black dress – little, but wild

Ok, little, but who says your dress couldn’t be “bold and sassy?” Choose black leather and you will be in the “safe zone”, but also you will make a hit.

How to style?

Bold jewelry for a bold dress and this year you have plenty of options. Yet, black leather fits perfect with some geometrical jewelry so choose some earrings or a bracelet that will compliment your outfit.

Little black dress inspired by Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn inspired little black dress

Coco Chanel made it famous, but afterwards, many celebrities wore their version of little black dress. Among them, Audrey Hepburn might be the most iconic one. “Nice but chic”, with white collar and a decent length, this “Audrey Hepburn inspired dress” is still in fashion. Why? Because it’s very versatile and maybe because often times beauty lies in simple things.

How to style?

Pearls are a girl’s best friend, in this case. Let alone pearls are to be announced some of the star jewelry of 2023. Therefore, find such little black dress (you can also juggle with the length, the material etc.) and dress it up with some pearls. You will be unforgettable.

Velvet, sequins and V-neck – little black dress never been sexier

velvet sequins V-neck little black dress

This is another great idea for the confident ladies who want to stand out. Keep it simple (like black and little), but choose velvet and sequins as materials and try a V-neck design. This will look hot on you and, undoubtedly, the other ones will notice too.

How to style?

Some simple earrings should be enough as you have so many statement elements already. Moreover, although designers recommend often times this type of dress with colorful clutches, maybe this time it would be better to stay with a simple, black clutch. Just not to steal the attention from your velvet, or your sequins, or your V-neck.

Tulle little black dress – like a princess, a ballerina or just like a rock star

tulle little black dress

What will make the difference? It’s the way you will accessorize the outfits. Tulle is such a great and versatile material. Besides, it is the type of material that tells a story by itself. You just have to choose the design you like or the one that fits your personality.

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How to style?

Here it’s up to you! If you choose an ethereal design and high heels, you have a princess style look. If you style your hair in a ballerina bun, here you go, you will be part of the “Black Swan” cast and if you pair it with some leather jacket, our rock star is in the house.

Silky, romantic little black dress

silky little black dress

Silk is always sexy and when the cuts are unpredictable, the result is even more surprising. Therefore, here’s another example of how this dress can be reinterpreted and wore by women with different personalities. This dress version has everything you need: silk, waves, open back… a true inspiration for any woman.

How to style?

Choose red or colored earrings and wear them like a queen. As boho style jewelry is trendy again, this might be also a great idea for you. Put the “moon” at your ears and go conquest the sun and the stars.

10 tips on how to style the little black dress

ittle black dress accessories

Besides the above tips & tricks here is some other advice on how to style this type of dress:

  • Over-the-knee boots or bold, bright, high-heeled shoes?

You choose it, depending on your styling, of course.

  • Pantyhose, textured or colored tights.

They are going to make your outfit a statement.

  • Jackets all the way.

The style, the design, the material – these are all up to you.

  • Hair accessories make a difference.

A scarf, a hair jewel, something that stands out will make your little black dress look even better.

  • Vibrant jewelry vs. Silver/Gold jewelry

One does not exclude another, it is true. Yet, keep in mind the little black dress goes well with gold, vibrant jewelry. But, on the other hand, you can’t go wrong with silver and gold jewelry either.

Little black dress is, undoubtedly, a fashion icon. The way you choose it, you accessorize it, you wear it, you feel it – all these make the difference. Think of it as someone with a splendid personality, someone who has so many qualities, but still doesn’t want to stand out in a noisy, disturbing way. Maybe one of the most beautiful things about this type of dress is that it never ages. Not if you give it life through your own personal  touch.

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