Back to Black
Since I share a relatively small closet with my boyfriend, excuses are often made for why I “need” certain things. I can get pretty creative when it comes to these reasons, but in regards to black dresses, no explanation is necessary. They’re such a wardrobe essential and I’m crazy for all of the structural elements from this season (especially when paired with embellished tights like the ones here). These are a few of my favorite LBDs that are anything but boring.
1. Topshop, $80
2. Elizabeth & James, $495
3. ABS, $196
4. See by Chloe, $555
5. Forever 21, $22.80
6. Alice + Olive, $365
Will you be embracing this trend? If so, which is your favorite?
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2 and 5 are my favorites. gotta love the huge price difference between the two.
#5 is my favorite.
loving no. 1 n 2!
Love the Elizabeth & James dress.
I love number 1!
Love #5, and then 3. 1′s pretty good too. never been a fan of the cutout style of 6 or the neckline of 2, and i bet 4 would look fantastic on you…. it’s the kind of dress that looks amazing on super skinny ppl and frumpy on everyone else.
I heart number 5 and that is by far the least expensive!!
Everyone needs a black dress, right?
I looove #1! I’ve been looking for a minidress with strong shoulders and that is the perfect one at a budget.
I really like the one from Forever 21. I might need to check it out.
i love number 1, 3 and 6. y is see by chloe so darn expensive tho?
*shakin head* lol
I’m so thankful my boyfriend and I don’ t have to share a closet. He usually gets the other closets in the house or apartment where we live – bottom line he only hangs a few things and I gave him a wardrobe for his folded clothing so I tell him he’s NOT allowed to complain
I love #4 it’s amazing!
great black dresses. such a staple.
Wow!
I am the same way with black dresses and, believe it or not, white jackets. I seem to have so many in my closet. My favorite of this bunch is #4.
#1 has a “sexy Star Wars” thing going on… haha. I like it!
Today I typed in your adress, whilst listening to ‘Back to Black’ from Amy Winehouse, realising I haven’t been here for a long time. Such a coincidence happened when your most recent post is named ‘Back to Black’.
Maybe a sign I should come here way more often!
That ABS dress is amazing – love the shoulder detailing.
I adore the Chloe peasant dress, and F21 number, who would’ve guessed? Love the ruffled tiers.
p.s. love the outfit in your last post.
love them all! my faves are #2 and #3.
who could say no to an LBD? you’ll wear it forever to anything and it will always be a good choice. in my mind, that ability is priceless.
Love black dresses! No. 3 & 4 are my favs. And you are def. right you can never have too many black dresses.
xoxo
J
http://www.talkprettytome.blogspot.com
I’m completely in love with the strong shoulder trend. I’d pick number 1! I heard Zara is coming out with the strong-shouldered blazers– gotta hit them up when the Fall line comes out!
Justine
http://www.fetchingfashions.blogspot.com
That Chloe dress would be so so good with a wide belt and a pair of your black super high heels!
Black dresses are great because the right one can be worn all year long — I like something that doesn’t have too much detail on it, so I can throw on a blazer or cardigan in the winter and not feel like I’m covering up the prettiest parts of the dress.
How can you pick just one? But of couse the dresses I love MOST are the most expensive…typical.
love black dresses! a girl can never have too many!
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Number FIVE baby! All the way!
Of course I would love the one that cost $495 bucks. Great choices!
Loving #5! Surprised it’s the least expensive out of the bunch. Usually, I’m always drawn to the pricier pieces. BTW, just discovered your blog & I love it! I immediately added it to my favorites
1 and 3 are my favorites! but i’m especially loving #1 and it’s price tag
i <3 #5. and forever 21
who would have guessed that was the cheapest dress of the bunch!
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TOPSHOP ONE FOR SURE. LOVE THOSE SHOULDERS!!!!!!
XX
CHICMUSE
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Haha, of course I immediately zero in on the most expensive one
And I feel your pain – somehow my boyfriend and I ended up with equal-sized closets. I have to sneak things into his (usually with the dry cleaning) just so mine doesn’t explode.
BUT LOVE ALL
I’m usually always dressed in black (or grey), so this is perfect. I’m dying for the E&J one, but unless I skip paying rent for the next month, it won’t be mine, haha. I wouldn’t mind the Top Shop one, though.
I love the See by Chloe….i have this horrible way of always picking out the most expensive one in the bunch as my favorite
That Alice and Olivia is super great!
Whhhhhhhyyyy is my favorite one ALWAYS the most expensive??
Love this blog. just found it. nice post…
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my fav’s the elizabeth and james LBD
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Ooh, I love dress #6! I need some structure in my closet life
XO
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number 2 is soo cute! I’ve said this so many times, but black is my go to…I live in Hawaii and probably should have tons of color, but for whatever reason, I always end up in black!
Leave it to me to choose the most expensive piece – I need the Elizabeth & James. I also need a little black dress – I don’t have one, and every girl should.
Oooohh… I could definitely find some space in the closet for #s 2 & 5!
1 and 5. Definitely. Gotta live up to my name and adore the inexpensive price tags
I love 2 and 5. You can never have too many black dresses, right?
Lovin the number 3 ABS dress by far! It looks so much better on the model than just by itself. I love it’s elegance and the form fitting shape! Although, I’m all for a bargain and the Forever 21 dress is awesome too!
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I Love #3′s ABS dress by far!!! SO elegant and form fitting! It looks so much better on the model! Although, I’m all game for a bargain… the Forever 21 dress is awesome too!
http://lovelylovelyu.blogspot.com/
i was trying to pick a favorite, it’s too hard, i love them all, #4 would be my everyday go to:)
I love each and every piece. Great finds!
-meream
The Elizabeth and James and the See by Chloe are my favorites, but sadly I have no budget for them. I understand sharing the closet with a bf…we moved in together 3 months ago and he is still in shock over how much room I need
The topshop dress is the best, hands down.
I have stared at the Topshop and Forever 21 dresses for longer than I care to admit. The F21 was out of my size when I first saw it a few days ago.
Did you get any of these listed?
Karen x
Ouch. I love number 4, which also happens to be the one most out of my price range!
UGH, I have been on a never-ending quest to find a perfect LBD, and nothing works. I guess I am too damn picky. I am liking #5 though, I should try it next time I am at F21.
I want 4 & 5!
I am the biggest fan of the LBD…in fact, I hardly have any more BDs that aren’t B. I am crazy about #1. I think with a great pair of heels I could feel ridiculously sexy in that!
Of course my favorite is #4 because of course, it is the most expensive of the lot. Champagne taste, Prosecco budget.
i LOVE the TopShop one! (and practically EVERYTHING TopShop) I’d be concerned that the shoulders would make me look a little Kim Kardashian-esque in her latest (goth) photoshoot.
Can’t go wrong with Elizabeth and James though. Or F21.
Oh I really must have that fabulous Elizabeth & James number!
Of course the one I love (#2) is one of the most expensive ones! And I really need a black dress for work at the Emmy red carpet. But my work only gives us a dress allowance of $75
#1 and #5! I guess I have cheap taste since I choose the 2 least expensive ones! haha
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Ooh, I love the Elizabeth and James one (typical), and #5 is sex in a dress. Sadly, padded shoulders fall under “things that make me look stupid,” but I’m sure the trend will look great on you
Btw, I just did a post on LBD’s last week! Check it out here:http://keepcalmandcarryonblog.com/2009/08/black-magic/
xo
KC&CO
#1 and #6 are my favorites! i don’t think i could pull off either dress in any other color than black.
i have number 5!! and i love it!! check out my blog to see pics.
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I wore mostly pink today, which is probably the exact opposite of this trend. But I love #5!
that chloe dress needs to come live in my closet. hurry up fall!
The See by Chloe dress you’ve featured is positively stunning! I can just imagine it paired with funky tights and rugged boots … Adorable!
#1 by Topshop! It’s so chic and definitely Balmain inspired with the shoulders. For those who can’t afford Balmain, like me!, the Topshop one will definitely suffice
Love all of these picks. You have AMAZING taste. Check out Spoons and Balloons!
I actually love them allllll!
LOVE #3!!
Absolutely! #1 & 6 are my favorites, thanks!
i have the first dress and i can’t wait til LA cools down to wear it! i also like the fourth one!
I saw the Alice & Olivia cutout dress at Neiman’s the other sweet and fell hard. I need that in my closet asap!
Great round up. 2,3,5 are my faves.
Great LBD choices!
#5 is my favourite, by far, and I’m glad to see it’s also the cheapest!
number 5 is gorgeous! lbd’s will always be the best thing a woman can wear
love the topshop one!
loving numbers 2 and 5. SOme great choices!
I love this post. LBD’s are sooo essential. We did a post about some really gorgeous vintage LBDs. Check it out:
http://2sistersblog.com/2009/08/31/a-vintage-lbds/
I own number 5 and was so pleased not only with the price but with the fit. It is so comfortable, yet it looks like it was tailored specifically for your body!
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