How Did the World Respond to the Little Black Dress
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The little black dress may have been introduced by Coco Chanel, but it was Audrey Hepburn who made the garment famous in the film Breakfast at Tiffany's. From Hepburn's Givenchy sheath to Queen Bey's Topshop embellished mini, the LBD has become the uniform of choice for some of the most iconic women in history. However, styles have evolved over the years. Here, we've chronicled the closet staple from the 1920s to now, proving its timeless appeal.
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Joan Bennett, January 1928
Joan Bennett kept with traditional flapper style—a drop waist and a paneled hem—but the black color makes it timeless.
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Lauren Bacall, December 1944
Lauren Bacall dresses up her v-neck LBD with a four-strand pearl choker—and, of course, her killer stare.
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Elizabeth Taylor, January 1950
The full skirt and tight bustier of Elizabeth Taylor's dress was the epitome of style in the 1950s, but rather than follow the bright print and pattern trend of the time, the young starlet opted for a simple black fabric.
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Sophia Loren, 1955
Actress Sophia Loren proves that there's no limit to what you can do with a LBD with this pleated and nautical design she wore in Cannes.
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Marilyn Monroe, July 1956
Marilyn Monroe's chic figure-hugging black sheath dress proves that less is always more.
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Audrey Hepburn, June 1961
Givenchy was chosen to design Audrey Hepburn's iconic black sheath dress that she wore in the opening scene of Breakfast at Tiffany's.
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Joan Crawford, October 1962
Joan Crawford opted for a tulle scoop neck black dress when she appeared on The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson.
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Sophia Loren, 1965
Sophia Loren knew how to travel in style, which is why the actress opted for a belted black coat dress and cheetah print hat while flying with TWA in the '60s.
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Catherine Deneuve, September 1966
French actress Catherine Deneuve added a bit of flair to her simple black dress with a gold square belt and metal embellishments.
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Jaqueline Kennedy, September 1970
In true '70s style, Jackie Kennedy stepped out of her New York City apartment wearing a chic chiffon and ruffled sleeved black dress.
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Madonna, November 1985
The "Like a Virgin" singer was known for her theatrics, which is why she shocked fans with her simple yet sophisticated black dress on Saturday Night Live.
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Kate Moss, January 1990
A young model at the time, Kate Moss's black dress with a high neck and cut out details wowed on the red carpet alongside her boyfriend, Johnny Depp.
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Princess Diana, June 1994
Princess Diana's off the shoulder, form fitting silk little black dress has been labeled "the revenge dress" as she wore it the same night Prince Charles aired his tell-all documentary about the couple's marriage and subsequent divorce. Although Diana didn't make a statement that night, her LBD spoke volumes.
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Sarah Jessica Parker, January 1995
Pre-Carrie Bradshaw, Sarah Jessica Parker flexed her style skills in a short black slip dress and sheer tights.
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Reese Witherspoon, September 1997
If we could personify the '90s into one dress, Reese Witherspoon's spaghetti strap black mini dress for the House of Yes premiere would be it.
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Gwyneth Paltrow, November 2000
Gwyneth Paltrow took the little black dress to a whole new level at the Bounce premiere in 2000. The starlet opted for a strapless, knee-length, and ruched version of the classic.
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Mischa Barton, December 2003
The open slit and one shoulder cut on Mischa Barton's Billboard Music Awards dress gives the look a modern spin.
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Naomi Campbell, February 2006
The below the knee length on Naomi Campbell's silk corset dress keeps the look sophisticated and classic.
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Angelina Jolie, May 2007
Angelina Jolie looked demure in a black lace dress at the Cannes Film Festival with Brad Pitt.
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Charlize Theron, June 2008
At the Hancock premiere in London Charlize Theron rocks the red carpet in a peplum black dress with a sky-high slit.
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Kim Kardashian, September 2009
Kim Kardashian channels a vintage look in a detailed one shoulder black dress at the Jill Stuart fashion show.
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Victoria Beckham, September 2010
With black being a signature of Posh Spice, we're not surprised that Victoria Beckham showed up in this three-quarter sleeve black dress for an event at Bergdorf Goodman in New York City.
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Jennifer Aniston, June 2011
The sequin embellishments on Jennifer Aniston's dress for the premiere of Horrible Bosses ensures the star is red carpet ready.
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Olivia Palermo, December 2011
Olivia Palermo's outfit for the Valentino Garavani Virtual Museum launch is proof that a LBD doesn't have to be boring.
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Karlie Kloss, June 2012
Karlie Kloss's LBD for the The Amazing Spider-Man premiere in New York included both cutouts, sheer paneling, and a high neck for a modern and edgy look.
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Halle Berry, October 2012
Halle Berry dressed for success at Variety's 4th annual Power of Women event with a cap sleeved, belted black dress.
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Kerry Washington, January 2013
Kerry Washington's black dress at the 24th Annual Producers Guild Awards had a lot going on—and it was fabulous. From the sheer lace detailing and ruffled hem to the actress's matching lip and clutch.
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Christy Turlington, November 2013
Christy Turlington brought things back to the 1920s with her flapper-inspired black dress that she wore to an event in New York City.
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Kate Middleton, April 2014
Regal as ever, the Duchess of Cambridge added a bit of glamour to her long-sleeved black dress with a crystal embellishment on her shoulder.
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Cara Delevingne, September 2014
Cara Delevingne turned a simple LBD into a rocker chic get-up by simply adding a belt and leather jacket for The Face of an Angel premiere party.
How Did the World Respond to the Little Black Dress
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