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You’ve probably been told once or twice (or a million times) that the little black dress is an absolute essential in any woman’s wardrobe. And you know what? It’s 100% true.
LBDs have obvious functions: They’re slimming, they’re always in style and they’re great for formal occasions. But have you considered breaking your LBD out for class? What about on a chillier day? Trust me, ladies. This is one piece that has many functions. It all comes down to the styling.
Without further ado, let’s take a look at the five distinct ways you should try wearing your LBD in the next few months.
Trendy: Try wearing your dress under a cool, trendy vest. Add some great booties and you’re all set. A denim vest make the look daytime casual while a moto vest would look hot for a night out. This will help the dress look less formal and basic. Investing in one great black dress and a few fun vests is a great way to easily change your look from time to time.
Layered: Do you have a top that’s almost (but not quite) long enough to wear as a dress? Throw it over your LBD. It’ll give it that cool layered look, which you can make even cooler and more layered if you add a cropped jacket. Hipster’s paradise.
Corporate: Need something to wear to that internship interview? Believe it or not, the answer might be your go-to going out dress. Simply add some tights, a blazer and neutral pumps. Carry a big bag (don’t forget to stash a copy of your resume in there) and you’re basically Olivia Pope.
Casual: Here’s a likely scenario: You wake up five minutes before class and you’re still wearing your LBD from the night before. You can totally rock the dress to class. Just add some fun sneakers, maybe a denim jacket and roll.
Glam: Make your LBD look ever more party-ready by topping it off with a sequin jacket and some metallic heels. Studded blazers are great options, too – any kind of embellishment will work here; the point is that you’ll get tons of mileage out of your dress if you figure out creative ways to top it off.
