The Enduring Allure of the Little Black Dress

Hello there! I've been away for quite some time I know! Traveled to one of my favorite countries last month, celebrated my birthday, and basically just devoted time to catch up with work and family commitments and well, Life.

But I've definitely missed blogging and you my dear readers.  This time, I'm back with this post for all you classic (and classy) ladies out there. 

For decades, the Little Black Dress (LBD) has been the enduring epitome of classic chic.  Before Coco Chanel went against the tide and made the LBD chic, the color black had been associated in history as something that connotes death. Thus, it's usually worn in funerals. I even have a Chinese friend who doesn't have a single piece of black clothing in her closet, a testament to how black is seen as bad luck.  

Then Madame Coco came and practically declared the LBD in fashion, back when all of Paris was flushed in pastels. And of course, whenever I think of the LBD, the ever-fab Audrey Hepburn always comes to mind.  Breakfast at Tiffany's, that Hubert de Givenchy sheath, and Audrey with her pearls and oversized sunglasses. A classic piece of fashion was born.  Since the time of Coco Chanel and Audrey, the LBD has probably become the most celebrated piece in women's fashion.

Today, the LBD comes in different forms and shapes. It may be long or short, and made of various textures. But its enduring allure will always be iconic, and makes any woman who wears it become chic, sassy, sexy, or demure---and only the LBD can gift you with such cameleon-like prowess.  I wear my LBDs when I have nothing to wear, or want a more serious look in the office, or if I want to feel sexy for nights out.

 

If you don't have an LBD in your closet yet (which you should!!) or if you already have some but would want to update your wardrobe (I am of the opinion that you can NEVER have too much LBDs), I bring you some of these LBD offerings in cooperation with my partner site, City Goddess, a great online shopping site, whether you're in the mood for some classic or trendy pieces.

These LBDs are  perfect for the office or a romantic dinner, when you just want just a bit of detail to keep them guessing :)

For parties or more formal events, I'd never get tired of the classic elegance of a tube dress, but with unexpected details, like this dress' bow

Or this dress' structured skirt: 

Also one of my favorites is the asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline of this dress, and with a fun floaty skirt. 

This bandeau body con LBD is perfect for layering and can serve as the starting piece for any fab outfit (think with a jacket or even worn as a top):

For a more modern, updated LBD, I like the cuff detail on this jersey dress, this laser cut dress, and this LBD which combines military and peplum trends.

Whether it's classic or trendy, there's surely an LBD that will suit your style and make you appreciate  why the Little Black Dress has this enduring allure, and why  the LBD is the most iconic piece of fashion any woman can have. Happy LBD hunting! Cheers :) 

All items above are available on City Goddess.  

And for those based in the US, you'd be glad to know that City Goddess items will soon be available in their US website.