Best little black dresses to shop now

Publish date: 2024-05-24

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Saloni's delicate bow detailing makes this LBD one to love for years to come. Vamp up the sparkle come festive season and team with glitsy earrings and your favourite party heels, then throughout the rest of the year wear with boots for a more casual look or some chic black heels for a dinner date.

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You can't go wrong with Prada, and this silk number from the brand isn't one to miss. With a voluminous skirt and ruffled detail, this little black dress is so flattering and is guaranteed to have you raking in the compliments.

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Victoria Beckham

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Shopping for an LBD that's versatile is the best way to get the most wear out of your new party-season frock. Wear beyond this year's festivities and pair this off-the-shoulder dress by Victoria Beckham with knee-high boots for an autumnal look, then with your favourite strappy heels come wedding season. We guarantee you'll be the best-dressed guest. 

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Taller Marmo

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For those that want to be a little extra when it comes to your wardrobe, even with the classics like the humble LBD, this Taller Marmo one-shouldered feathered gown is a must. Float around at your next soirée with a cocktail in hand – you'll feel like an old Hollywood film star. 

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Miscreants

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We all know the power a simple black dress can have. But why not have some fun with it? Miscreants strikes the perfect balance between statement-making and wearability. Its classic black dresses are contrasted with OTT puff-sleeved gloves and bright coloured bows – it's dressing-up with an elegant yet extravagant touch.  

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When it comes to our wardrobes, investing in key staple styles to wear and love forever is one of the greenest ways to shop. Gone are the days where come party season, we want a whole new wardrobe. Instead, it's all about choosing brands that are built to last and partying the night away in them for seasons to come. This number by Galvan will see you through year after year.  

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Clio Peppiatt

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Clio Peppiatt's mini dresses are instantly recognisable and something just so special. Each dress is like a work of art, adorned with shimmering beads and artwork you'd see in a museum. Inspired by the Medieval French ‘Apocalypse Tapestries’ commissioned by Louis I, this dramatic piece showcases dragons and avenging angels.

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Molly Goddard

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Pay homage to one of the most iconic partywear seasons, the Eighties. Molly Goddard's mini dress is fit for the occasion, featuring a one-shoulder neckline and a slender bodice structured from bows and ruching. Team with polka-dot tights and heels for a retro look, not forgetting the bright eyeshadow fit for the era. 

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Rixo via Rotaro

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With sustainability in mind, we also know that during party season, we do enjoy trying out new styles and mixing things up. Investing in timeless pieces is one of the greenest ways to shop, but that doesn't mean you can't experiment with new pieces and brands.

This party season, opt for renting your office party dress or your Christmas Day ensemble, instead of buying new. Save the planet and wear fashion's most covetable new styles, with our favourite rental fashion sites here. 

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 A little black dress never dates. so this Khaite voluminous number will come in handy. We love how the designer plays with different shapes for extra drama. Team with a pair of kitten heels and a red lip for the perfect party look. 

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