Hey everyone! We’ve all heard that a classic wardrobe item for every woman should be a little black dress. Usually that means short, tight and bare, not really my style anymore. I have a nice sensible cotton knit black dress but I wouldn’t wear it for a nice occasion nor consider it a little black dress. But, this one I would!
This dress is made of ponte material which is a heavier fabric (perfect for skimming and not clinging!) that has stretch but keeps it’s shape. You’ve probably seen lots of leggings from this material. They keep improving this fabric so it looks and feels smarter. The sleeves are a nice 3/4 length and has the ruffle on the edge. A pretty detail but not too trendy that it will look out of place next year. It’s also available in a really pretty blue too.
I could see this dress with a big, artistic statement necklace too instead of a scarf. This scarf is really large so there are lots of ways it could have been worn with this dress though I’m only showing two options. If you pop over to my Facebook page I posted a video showing a surprisingly huge variety of ways to tie a scarf.
Pretend I’m carrying a gold or silver clutch instead of the leopard print clutch! For a nice occasion I would use a clutch but since I only have one (working on that though!) I decided to use the leopard print even though it’s more casual since it’s suede. I probably wouldn’t wear two leopard prints together either unless they were exactly the same, but you get the idea.
I decided to keep the outfit toned down and just wore my black pumps. Though it could be zinged up with my red shoes as you can imagine! Or even the bronze metallic version or silver metallic version of those pumps.
This black dress is such a great canvas for jewelry, shoes and other accessories. As long as it continues to fit well, I’d say I’ve found my little black dress! Have a great weekend everyone!
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21 Comments
It’s considered classic for a reason, don’t you think, Julia?? This would work for every occasion, and it fits you absolutely perfectly!!
Now I’m thinking there should be a date night in your future???
Have a fabulous weekend,
XOOX
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Yes! I agree Jodie! I haven’t been to a play in a while and that seems like a great place to wear this. I’ll start working on that!
This is a great outfit! Love your scarf! I’m now inspired to work past my avoidance of scarves. Admittedly, I am clueless as to how to wear one without looking ridiculous. Ha!
I bet you’re being too hard on yourself Melissa. Think of yourself as a baroness at a French chateau when you try a scarf and that will help! It adds glamour to t-shirts and jeans even — and baroness’ wear t-shirts and jeans!
This is such a chic and lovely look on you! Next time hubby is home get him to take you somewhere fancy so you can take it for a test drive!
Bettye
https://fashionschlub.com
Ha ha! Good idea! I’ll tell him it’s by popular request!
By all means, blame me!
Bettye
You look amazing in this dress! I agree about a different purse with that outfit, but I love that purse! Great post!
Thanks Jacqui! Yes, I debated to just not show a purse but this clutch can just stand in for whatever clutch someone is coveting!
Wow, you look great! I hope you have a hot date 😉
You’re funny Susan! Nope. Maybe a little Outlander tonight though and that could be called a hot date!
Perfect dress for You and it will get a lot of wear. Enjoy!
http://www.madamtoomuch.com
Thank you Neti*! I was surprised how well it fit and because of that I can see it in a lot of scenarios. Thank you for stopping by Madame!
For sure 😉
You look amazing in that outfit.!!
Thank you Pauline!
Your shoes are perfect with that dress. The purse would be great if you used a necklace instead of the scarf, but I do love that scarf!
Yes a necklace would have solved the problem of the overload of leopard print so I’ll give it a try next time!
Great look for you—classic with modern flair!
Oh I like that description!