(6 of 10) The Best Little Black Dresses There are few things that women of every age, taste, and style can agree on: The importance of owning a great little black dress is among them. Perfect for parties and formal occasions of every sort, LBDs are a favorite of social butterflies and designers alike. To help figure out which frock is right for you, review our list of the most flattering and fashionable silhouettes around. Strapless Long a favorite of Hollywood royalty—from Audrey Hepburn to Reese Witherspoon—a simple strapless dress can transform its wearer into a leading lady instantly. Best for those with modest décolletage, cinched-waist versions streamline the silhouette—an effect that is further pronounced when the dress is paired with nude-colored heels. Diane von Furstenberg, $485.
