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A Holiday Staple –The LBD
Black dresses are a holiday staple reflecting the modern woman and can be fun, au courant, and free-spirited. The LBD (Little Black Dress) still remains the ultimate wardrobe staple after fifty years. Audrey Hepburn is responsible for putting it on the fashion map when she wore the glamorous black Givenchy cocktail dress in the “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” movie. Alive and well today the LBD is not always as serious as the one worn by Ms. Hepburn.
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What legwear options do I have for a LBD in the winter?
The legwear options available today are awesome. Sheer black and sheer neutral stockings are the most basic legwear choices to wear with an LBD. However black leggings and black tights are always popular during the winter months when temperatures drop and look chic with open toe shoes. In addition, there are many black patterned, black…
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What are my accessory options with an LBD?
What are my accessory options with an LBD? It’s for a holiday party. Accessory options are limitless with a black dress. An LBD (Little Black Dress) is so perfect for holiday parties and can look totally different when wearing it with different accessories. Sounds like you are all set for holiday parties. Keep in mind…
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Is black hosiery current if one chooses not to go bare legged with an LBD?
Is black hosiery current if one chooses not to go bare-legged with an LBD? It is for a semi-formal event. Black hosiery is the most current, chic, and trendy stocking color to wear with an LBD (Little Black Dress) to a semi-formal event. Sheer black, opaque black, or a very understated black hose with tiny…
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What color stockings can I wear with an LBD for holiday parties?
Holiday parties say festive attire unless a dress code is specified on the invitation. There are many festive legwear options to wear with a LBD for holiday parties. Black lace, black patterned, fishnet or sparkle pantyhose / stockings or solid color tights can work with a LBD that say let’s party. Then there is the classic…
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Can I go bare-legged to a cocktail party? I am over 50 & plan to wear a LBD.
You can go bare-legged to a cocktail party if your legs look good and your hemline reaches mid knee. Bare legs do not look great with short dresses (above the knee) on women over 50. Most knees are not great looking. Also older women look like they are trying to look trendy and young when…
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Can I wear a LBD & black accessories to an evening event? I plan to wear black sheer nylons, black patent leather, closed toe kitten heels & a black leather purse with the LBD. It’s for an evening function.
Black accessories are perfect for an evening function with a LBD (Little Black Dress). Sheer black nylons will give you a polished look with your patent leather shoes with kitten heels and a black leather purse. Mixing different leather textures can add style to an outfit. Read More: The Little Black Dress, The Wardrobe Essential…
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5 timeless pieces are essential in all wardrobes?
5 timeless pieces that serve as the foundation for a versatile wardrobe are the little black dress, white shirt, V neck tee, black jeans and a trench coat. Little Black Dress (LBD): Coco Chanel’s iconic creation, the LBD, gained popularity in the 1920s and remains a wardrobe essential. Suitable for a variety of events from…
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How to choose the right color & size belt?
How to choose the right color & size belt? Would like to wear a belt with a black maxi dress. Color and size is important when choosing a belt. Thin belts are more flattering on heavier women, large waists and shorter women. Large belts look good on taller, slender women. Color is also important when…
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Are cowboy boots a good investment?
Cowboy boots can be a good investment for women. They are versatile, comfortable, long-lasting, and practical. Cowboy boots cover most of the calf. Some newer styles of cowboy boots, seen on fashion runways, have different toe shapes, heel heights plus offer a variety of colors and decoration. Cowboy boots can be expensive, if they are…
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