The Versatility of the “Little Black Dress”

The Black Dress is a Classic ~ it has turned heads upon entering a room at a formal affair, taken seriously in the office for a polished, professional look.  The Black Dress is a must-have when traveling, it has boosted our egos with the help of appearing slimmer.  The Black Dress has made us appear respectful at funerals & uplifting at festive parties.

Here’s some ideas to add interest to a simple black dress:

For daytime, accessorize with a blazer, scarf or belt.  Keep your jewelry simple with this look, so that you don't look too overdone. You can never go wrong with simple diamond studs.  Adding a blazer to a Little Black Dress creates a professional look for the office. The Little Black Dress will be the cornerstone of your career wardrobe with its adaptability-just change the blazer, add a scarf, vary the style of jewelry.

The colors this season are very rich and warm. Leading the way are deep reds, burgundy, plums, soft oranges, golden tones, golden browns and camels. Also popular but on the opposite side of the color spectrum are moss and apple greens. Pashminas (shawls) are a great way to add any of these current colors to your wardrobe.

Animal prints are still very popular this season. Real and fake fur are back with a vengence.

Here's a look that's right off the streets of New York City (and makes a fashion statement anywhere, USA).  Just add your own black leather jacket and scarf, even wear some knee high boots.