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  • A Little Black Dress & How To Choose The Right One For You

     

    IMG_4958-1IMG_4959IMG_4957IMG_4961IMG_4956IMG_4939 The Look:

    Dress:  Loft Mixed Eyelet Cami Dress; Now On Sale

    Shoes:  Steve Madden ‘Stecy’ Sandal (Blush Patent)

    Bag:  Color Block Crossbody (Old); Similar here

    The Look For Less:

    Dress:  GAP Eyelet Shift Dress; Now 40% Off

    Shoes:  BP ‘Luminate’ Open Toe Dress Sandal (Blush Patent)

    Bag:  Forever 21 Colorblocked Faux Leather Envelope Crossbody

    We all know the importance of having that one important staple in your closet, the little black dress, and although I own a few, when I saw this one, I wanted to get it for several reasons.  You know that saying “You can never have too much of a good thing”, well to me that definitely applies when it comes to the little black dress.  For me, adding a little black dress to my wardrobe is all about incorporating variety.  I like to have a black dress for different types of events, or one that can be worn to a variety of events.

    When I saw this Loft Mixed Eyelet Cami Dress, my first thought was it’s a perfect summer dress, my second thought was it would look great with a sweater, jacket or blazer, and then I thought, wow, I can wear this dress for just about any occasion or event, so for me, that meant it was a must have.  For this day, I paired the dress with my blush patent Steve Madden ‘Stecy’ Sandal, and my color block crossbody bag.  I absolutely love the versatility of this little black dress, because it can definitely make the rounds to everything from graduations, weddings, outdoor parties or events paired with sandals or flats, and even to work with a jacket or blazer and beyond.  Now finding that perfect black dress can sometimes be a challenge, so in today’s “Style Guide”, I’m sharing a few tips on how to choose the right one for you.

    Style Guide:  How To Choose The Right Little Black Dress For You

    Avoid Being Trendy – When choosing a little black dress, don’t let current trends determine your choice.  Try to stick with classic styles regardless of the occasion, so you can wear the dress for some time.

    Choose A Good Length – Select a length that is not only appropriate for any occasion or event, but one that you will be comfortable wearing long term.  Knee length or midi length dresses offer style and versatility and will never go out of style.

    Select A Dress For Your Body Type –  Choosing a silhouette that is perfect for your body type is key when purchasing that little black dress that you plan to wear for a while.  If your figure is curvy, you can choose to show off those curves with a form fitting (not tight fitting) knee length or midi length dress or pick an A-line midi dress to accentuate you waist.  If you have a straight or rectangle body type, opting for a dress with a fuller bottom will add some shape or curves, and a little femininity.  Petite body types should stick with dresses that fall just above the knee to elongate the body, and top heavy body types should select dresses with a V-neck or high round neck to balance out the top and bottom half.

    Add Accessories – An excellent way to add a little pizazz to your black dress, is to accessorize.  Add a simple statement piece, such as a pearl or collar necklace, or a single strand long pendant.  Keeping it simple is most important to avoid overdoing it and taking away from your lovely dress.

    I hope my “Style Guide” tips will help you when shopping for a little black dress.

    You can shop the items in this post by clicking the links above in “The Look” and “The Look For Less,” or you can visit the Shop Fashion Page here.  Also, you can shop Lulu With Grace partner sales and promotions here.  New partner sales and promotions have recently been added.

    Happy Monday, and thanks for reading!

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    10 Comments

    1. Marta
      August 3, 2015 / 5:50 pm

      This dress is just adorable! I love the length, and you wear this LBD well!

      • Lulu With Grace
        August 3, 2015 / 6:17 pm

        Thanks so much Marta for your comment, and thank you for visiting my blog! I love the midi length of this LBD too, I think it makes it even more versatile.

    2. Nancy
      August 3, 2015 / 7:01 pm

      Lovely dress and I love the tips too! Not only do you share great styles, but great info too! Thank you

      • Lulu With Grace
        August 3, 2015 / 7:46 pm

        Nancy, thank you for your kind comment and for visiting my blog! I’m so happy you enjoy the blog and the tips in my style guide.

    3. Lily
      August 3, 2015 / 7:50 pm

      Gorgeous dress! Love how you styled it with the nude shoes and handbag. So very stylish…. I love your blog and your style!

      • Lulu With Grace
        August 3, 2015 / 9:37 pm

        Thanks so much Lily! I really appreciate your very kind comment, and I’m happy you like my blog and style. Thanks for visiting!

    4. Michelle P.
      August 4, 2015 / 12:37 am

      What a great little black dress! Perfect to wear anywhere. Your style tips are truly helpful. Thanks for this post!

      • Lulu With Grace
        August 4, 2015 / 10:47 am

        Michelle, thank you for your comment and for visiting my blog! I will definitely wear this dress many places. So great to hear you find the style guide tips helpful!

    5. Susan
      August 5, 2015 / 11:14 am

      So chic, with a touch of casual! I love this LBD… it is perfection on you, and a must have for me :-).

      • Lulu With Grace
        August 5, 2015 / 5:26 pm

        Susan, thank you very much for your kind comment and for visiting my blog! I’m sure this dress will be perfection on you!

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