Every so often, our tendencies toward crazy prints and bold silhouettes need a day off. While the fun in fashion comes from taking style risks, classics shine in the right moments, too. And that's when LBDs are our ideal and reliable BFF. A chameleon piece, a black dress can be as dressed up or down as the occasion warrants. They're a blank canvas itching for you to splatter paint, if you will, any kind of outfit around it (no seriously, a black dress goes with anything). A lariat necklace and patent heels? Matches. Leather choker and bright color mules? Check — hey, we didn't say your whole outfit had to be pared down.Whether you're planning for a day out at the beach or a black-tie affair, there's a black dress that will be just the thing. Need more convincing to add (another) one to your wardrobe? Check out our LBD selections, ahead.
Black-based florals? Yes, please.
Zara Long Dress with Floral Print, $69.90, available at Zara.
This reversible number can be worn with a plunge for more daring days, and as a full turtleneck for all the rest.
Front Row Shop Black Reversible Turtle Neck A-line Sweater Dress, $84.00 $67.20, available at Front Row Shop.
Slip dress, such a classic.
Protagonist Silk-satin Midi Dress, $460, available at Net-a-Porter.
Can't decided between off-the-shoulder and on? This shoulder cutout dress lets you have your cake and eat it, too.
Topshop Cold Shoulder Chiffon Skater Dress, $90, available at Topshop.
These knotted rope straps scream summertime.
Max Mara Mister Dress, $950, available at Matches Fashion.
This simple swing number is seasonless. Wear it with sparkly tights now, and bare legs come spring.
Pull & Bear High Neck Swing Dress, $23, available at Asos.
Break up a straight silhouette by cinching it at the waist.
Mango Belt Satin Dress, $99.99, available at Mango.
Those low-heeled red sandals are the perfect addition to this mini.
Reformation Lynne Dress, $198, available at Reformation.
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