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Coco Chanel introduced the little black dress in the 1920’s. She later told Vogue that it was like a Ford Model T — there was only one style and it looked good on everyone.
Audrey Hepburn helped continue the fad in 1954 when she starred in “Sabrina,” and a little black dress stole the show.
Wardrobes should be versatile in tones and styles. They should also include essential pieces — like a smoking black dress. So the question is, how do you find the perfect little number for you and your body type? And how does it stand the test of time?
A black dress should show who you are. If you are a crazy daredevil, try a dress with no back or a plunging neckline. If you tend to toe the line between conservative and wild, try a dress with a keyhole collar. And for the nuns out there, I’m sure you could find a habit in your local thrift store. If not, try a wide strapped, modestly cut style. A dress that shows your personality will always wear well.
Your black talisman should work with your body type, not against. Tall, long legged ladies should avoid extremely short dresses. A knee-length can look super sexy without looking loose. For those of average height, you have it best. Average height girls can wear tea length dresses for a more formal look or play up a flirty hemline for a night out. And for the petites, try a shorter hemline to make your legs look longer. People will recall the subtle class that a modest, yet sexy, black dress imparts.
While you want to follow fashion, don’t buy an overly embellished dress so that it goes out of style in two weeks. Try to avoid crazy styles, lots of beading or lace. Look for functional materials and styles that are not too complicated. The simpler your dress, the easier it is to dress it up or down.
The little black dress is a trump card for your closet. There’s a reason this trend has stuck. Those dark threads have a way of making sure the girls who wear them are never forgotten.
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