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Little Black Dress or LBD is an essential piece that every woman should own. Some may think that LBD is a modern concept. However, LBD started around the 1920s. During the 1920s, the little black dress was for mourning. Women wore several layers of material with the dress. However, Coco Chanel decided to change it by designing a simple black dress suitable for any occasion.


Years past, a lot of changes in the style of little black dress appeared, and it never went out of style. The LBD becomes every woman’s staple clothing. With the constant updates to its style, it becomes the perfect choice for every occasion such as a date night or cocktail party.

Do Not Let Trends Dictate Your Taste


Women must set trends as their inspiration to enhance and add items to their clothes. When choosing a little black dress, it is necessary to stick to the style and mix it with the current trends that fit with personal taste.

Dress Size


Keep in mind that there are various sizes that brands can offer. Also, some brands don’t have the same sizes for a woman’s body. Some brands can indicate that the wearer is in size 6, while other brands say they are a size 5.

It is wise to try on different sizes that will fit well with the body. Gather as many dress sizes to compare and don’t hesitate to call a sales associate for help. When fitting, fully zip up the dress to make sure that it fits well.
 
Dress For The Body Type


It is important to choose the silhouette that fits the body and best for the shape. If a person has a curvy figure, they can embrace their curves by wearing form fitting but not tight dress that will highlight their curves. Also, dressed in an A-line dress that skims the hips and fits the lower part of the body is a good match.

For petite women, a dress that falls above the knee will aid in keeping them look longer. While plus-sized women can wear a dress that has high round necks and V-necks. Then women that have a rectangle or straight figure can wear a dress that has a fuller skirt, and it helps in creating a feminine shape to their bottom half.

Comfort


Always choose an LBD that is comfortable especially during dancing and walking around. If the dress in uncomfortable, the wearer will end up unhappy with their choice which will certainly ruin a joyful occasion.

Takeaway

There are a lot of LBDs available on the market, and sometimes women tend to choose the wrong one. There are a lot of things to consider when purchasing an LBD. Ladies should look out for the style of the clothing. A dress should also fit accordingly to a woman’s body and shape.

It is smart for women to consider that the LBD they will purchase can work on various occasions. It can help them in wearing the perfect dress that they’ll feel comfortable in any event they partake.

Author’s Bio

Designer-blogger Stephanie Wheatly is a big fan of Coco Chanel and Audrey Hepburn. She loves to write about things that involve fashion and trends. Stephanie is a guest blogger for Seed Heritage. During her free time, she would try and attempt to have a decent conversation with her golden retriever, Camper.