The little black dress: 8 traditional or sexy pieces that we love
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True story: I was smitten with the perfect little black dress. The one you want to keep in your closet for your entire life, suitable for all occasions, from cocktails to casual dates paired with boots and a leather jacket.
Thrilled with my purchase, I packed my little black dress in my suitcase to celebrate Christmas with my family. And then, on Christmas Eve, disaster strikes!
My dress is really too sexy for a family reunion; I feel stuffed in it before the holiday meals have even begun.
I pull at the corners of the dress every 5 minutes to stop it from riding up.
I realize the problem: the dress I feel so good in when I go out for drinks is not at all suitable for a family meal with my grandparents.
To help you avoid my mistakes, I’m sharing my favorite purchases from Modalova, from the traditional little black dress to the most sexy, to give you some shopping ideas to find the little black dress that works for you on every occasion.
- 1. How to Wear the Little Black Dress Well?
- 2. The Classic Little Black Dress
- 3. The Classic and Modern Little Black Dress
- 4. The Classic Little Black Dress with a Rock Edge
- 5. The Modest but Sexy Black Dress with a Peter Pan Collar
- 6. The Short and Fitted Little Black Dress with Long Sleeves
- 7. The Long and Fitted Little Black Dress
- 8. The Long Dress with a Backless Design
- 9. The Little Black Leather Dress
How to Wear the Little Black Dress Well?
The concept is simple; it’s a simple dress, most often knee-length, but the length can vary, with short or long sleeves.
The little black dress works everywhere because it has no neckline, allowing it to be worn in all circumstances while remaining classy.
In its classic flared version, it pairs well with pumps, another essential piece, giving it a chic, urban look. In a more modern version, it can be worn with boots and a leather jacket.
The little black dress was born in the heart of the 1920s, a rather austere period, but it allowed Gabrielle Chanel to sketch, for the first time in 1926, what would become this iconic garment. In 1960, the black dress became famous thanks to Audrey Hepburn, who wore it in the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
The Classic Little Black Dress
According to Christian Dior, “the little black dress is an essential element of a woman’s wardrobe.”
The classic little black dress is a basic to have in your wardrobe. Simple and elegant, it flatters all women, and its simplicity makes it a perfect playground for accessorizing as you wish.
When to wear it? To meet your partner’s in-laws or in everyday life, accessorized with a long necklace and shoes that add character to the outfit.
The Classic and Modern Little Black Dress
We stay in a classic and simple tone but with a few additional details that modernize the garment. The cut remains simple and straight but slightly more fitted, and the subtle shoulder pads give it a more festive or working girl vibe, depending on the context.
The absence of a neckline and its long sleeves make this dress the iconic classic piece we love that works everywhere.
When to wear it? Every day. That’s the advantage of the classic and modern little black dress par excellence: it can be worn on all occasions.
The Classic Little Black Dress with a Rock Edge
It is classic with its long sleeves and flowing part, but it has this little rock edge that adds a touch of character to this iconic piece.
Add a belt to accentuate the waist and break the slightly prim look of the little black dress. How to raise the hot potential of this outfit in the blink of an eye? It’s simple, by applying colored nail polish or a touch of lipstick, and you’re all set.
When to wear it? Every day. You can easily wear it to the office, paying special attention to accessories and with light makeup.
The Modest but Sexy Black Dress with a Peter Pan Collar
Modest, yes, but with a sexy twist thanks to the Peter Pan collar.
We’re going to have fun breaking the good girl look with wedge shoes or black boots. Conversely, if you want to accentuate the reserved aspect offered by the Peter Pan collar, opt for black patent ballerinas.
When to wear it? Rather outside. This dress may be classic, but the Peter Pan collar can quickly give a modest-sexy aspect that is very pretty but can be a bit uncomfortable in certain situations.
The Short and Fitted Little Black Dress with Long Sleeves
We embrace our shapes, whether we are slim or curvy, and the fitted black dress will raise the temperature without revealing too much. Perfect for winter, it can be worn with warm tights and boots.
When to wear it? You can wear it during the day at the office with loafers and at night for drinks with friends in knee-high boots.
The Long and Fitted Little Black Dress
While it doesn’t show much skin, this dress has an incredible sexy potential. In summer, it can be easily worn and paired with a cardigan or a wrap. In winter, it can be worn with nude tights and shiny or croc boots to give it a touch of eccentricity.
When to wear it? You can wear it in summer for outdoor dining with friends or family and in winter to stay cozy yet stylish at home or outside. It can be worn at the office if the fitted look is embraced with nude makeup and flat shoes.
The Long Dress with a Backless Design
No neckline for the little black dress…but the backless design has an incredible seductive power while maintaining elegance. The ambassador of this dress is, of course, Mireille Darc in the film The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe.
When to wear it? You wear it only if you feel comfortable in it for events like premieres or ceremonies.
The Little Black Leather Dress
We move away from the classic black dress suitable for visiting your grandparents or the office for a bolder yet always chic version of this iconic garment.
We immediately adopt the look of Bella Hadid on the runways to wear it in a very hot way.
When to wear it? For a night out at an exclusive club, a themed party, or with your partner.
