The LBD

2010 may have come and gone, and 2011 will whiz by just as fast. The only constant in your wardrobe is that LBD (little black dress.) Update your closet with some new LBDs for the season and watch them faithfully stay in your closet for the next decade.

| Posted: 17 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

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• Halston Heritage Asymmetric stretch-jersey dress

  

  Halston Heritage’s Asymmetric Dress will create quite a stir in your date’s martini. The sliver of bare shoulder exudes a hint of sexiness that is contained in a beautiful and classic LBD.

  $245 at Net-a-Porter | Buy

  

  | Posted 19 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• T by Alexander Wang Ponte Zip Dress

  

  Alexander Wang’s Ponte Zip Dress is one sexy, body con LBD. It screams Sharon Stone’s character in Basic Instinct. Just be careful sitting if you find yourself being interrogated!

  $190 at Net-a-Porter | Buy

  

  | Posted 19 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• RED Valentino Flutter Sleeve Dress with Lace Detail

  

  Valentino’s Flutter Sleeve Dress is so sweet, it’ll give all the oglers a toothache. This LBD is great for cocktail hour, girls’ night, and perhaps that first date that could turn into many.

  $625 at Shopbop | Buy

  

  | Posted 19 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• J. Crew Sequin Etoile Dress

  

  J. Crew knows that a little sparkle and shine never hurt anyone. Their Sequin Etoile Dress mixes both into a fun LBD number that has enough flair to stand out amongst the sea of black.

  $525 at J. Crew | Buy

  

  | Posted 18 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• Soft Joie Klein Dress

  

  Soft Joie’s Klein Dress is the perfect mullet (in the good sense without the 80’s connotation): business in front, party in the back. The cut-out gives it that saucy factor that beats even the best mullet out there.

  $148 at Shopbop | Buy

  

  | Posted 18 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• Rag & Bone Batwing Dress

  

  Rag & Bone’s Batwing Dress wants to wrap you up in its love. Get cozy with their adorably hip LBD and call it a night.

  $150 at La Garconne | Buy

  

  | Posted 18 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• Milly Metallic Strapless Mini Dress

  

  Milly’s Metallic Strapless Mini Dress is a holiday in a LBD. Pair with a tuxedo jacket and some serious heels, and you’ll be ready to party the night a way.

  $335 at Net-a-Porter | Buy

  

  | Posted 18 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• Sparkle & Fade Shirtdress

  

  Nothing is as sexy as a woman in a simple shirtdress. It’s a statement piece that lasts through any fad and is easy to wear just as it is, or accessorized with chunky jewelry, belts, tights, and scarves. Sparkle & Fade’s Shirtdress can take you from day to night, beach to club. It’s the perfect LBD to pack for vacation.

  $59 at Urban Outfitters | Buy

  (Also available in Ivory & Green)

  

  | Posted 18 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• Warehouse Encrusted Peter Pan Collar Dress

  

  Warehouses’ Peter Pan Collar Dress makes us MOD about their LBD. Paired with brightly colored tights and either a hot pair of heels or knee high boots, you’ll be one groovy chick.

  $103 at Asos | Buy

  

  | Posted 17 Jan, 2011 by Melissa

• ASOS Cape Back Waisted Dress

  

  This is one cheeky little LBD: just a peek of that back, covered with a slightly demure cape detail. ASOS’ Cape Back Waisted Dress is sure to pack a punch at any soiree. Pair a bright belt for even more va-va-voom.

  $60 at Asos | Buy

  

  | Posted 17 Jan, 2011 by Melissa