20/1/2012

Friday Five: Little Black Dresses

Over the years trends have come and gone but a LBD is one of those things that have remained a wardrobe essential – every girl needs a tried-and-tested, fail-proof little black dress in their closet. In fact, I think that we need at least two – one for dressier occasions (which I generally define by sharper/more structured cuts and more luxe fabrics and details) and one for casual everyday (which would be lower-maintenance fabrics like jersey or cotton and more relaxed shapes). On some occasions you might stumble across a hybrid of the two that can easily take you from day to night – with a quick swap of shoes and accessories and pulling your hair into a messy, sexy updo.

Apart from being easily dressed up or down, these dresses also have the all-important hemline detail that means you can get away with throwing a cute knit on top during the day and then taking that off to reveal the details underneath.

What’s your go-to LBD? I really love anything by Helmut Lang. His dresses are modern and edgy and dramatic without being too out there!

Ruffles: Miu Miu ruffled jersey dress (alternative)
Lace: Karen Millen Polka dot dress (alternative)
Sequin: Rare cape dress with sequin shoulders (alternative)
Leather: Preen Simone leather dress (alternative)
Asymmetrical: Helmut Lang Black asymmetric dress with leather cap sleeves (alternative)