A Little Black Dress
I have an entire section of my closet that is dedicated to little black dresses…that I never wear! The LBD is such a classic look and I understand that every women is supposed to have least one LBD. So I am always adding more when I find one for a great price. But I never wear them. Until I received an email from Nina of A World of Dresses inviting me to join her Little Black Dress Party, a collaboration of women styling their LBD’s which is due to happen on June 22, 2016. So, of course, I had to style one of the many LBD’s in my closet!
I chose this black shirt dress which I recently picked up on clearance from Old Navy. It is super lightweight and a little bit sheer with a detachable black lining. I love the pleated bib and it has a button closure at the back of the neck.
Because it is summer, I wanted to wear some pastels to brighten up the look a bit. You know that I also love to break up the monotony of a solid color with scarves and long necklaces. They also add some shape to an otherwise shapeless dress. So I added this blush floral print scarf with tassels and giant pearl statement necklace, both from Cato Fashions.
I contemplated adding block heeled sandals, but then I realized that I was doing nothing all day…literally nothing…so I decided flat and comfortable was the way to go. So I pulled out my cute little ballet flats in blush which I recently picked up with rewards dollars from DSW.
How do you wear your LBD? Definitely check out the Little Black Dress Party going on tomorrow for more ideas and inspiration!
Outfit Details:
Dress: Old Navy (No longer available but this Pleated Lace-Trim Crepe Swing Dress is very similar.)
Scarf: Cato Fashions (No longer available, but they do have a lovely selection of scarves.)
Necklace: Cato Fashions (from last year, but their selection of necklaces is always wonderful and affordable!)
Shoes: Charles Albert Farah Flat in Nude from DSW (currently only $19.95.)
Keeping it on the edge,
Shelbee
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85 Comments
Nancy
And a little black dress is the best! You really should wear it more often! I ll be seeing you on Ninas!
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Nancy, I have like 5 other LBD’s that are summer appropriate! Maybe I should wear a little black dress every day for a week…like an LBD challenge! I am so excited for Nina’s Little Black Dress Party!
xoxo
Shelbee
Hun
You look so pretty dear! This dress looks so comfy and chic 🙂
xoxo
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Thank you, Hun! It felt like a nightgown! I was so comfortable all day long.
xoxo
Shelbee
Kathrine Eldridge
I love how you dressed up your LBD! That necklace is really special and dying over those lace-up flats!
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Thanks, Kathrine! These flats were so worth it! I got on board with the trend without breaking the bank! They are very lightweight and a little flimsy, but super comfortable. They will probably last as long as the lace up trend lasts! Thanks for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
Lorena
I have several LBD’s, however I don’t feel I get the fabulous all over feeling when I wear some of them so I have been editing the ill fitting ones. I have a meeting tomorrow, so I’ll see if I can find a good fitting one for that meeting, so I can join the link up 🙂
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Hopefully you can find something fabulous, Lorena! Maybe add an extra special accessory to make it work! Thanks for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
MIca
The printed scarf is a really nice accessory with your LBD! I agree that it is a real wardrobe classic to have 🙂
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Thank you Mica! I really love how a scarf can transform a look, too!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jacqui
Lov -e-ly…such a cute dress and great comfy shoes that complete your outfit perfectly. Glad I stopped by..Jacqui
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Jacqui
Lov -e-ly…such a cute dress and great comfy shoes that complete your outfit perfectly. Glad I stopped by..Jacqui
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Thank you so much for stopping by, Jacqui! And thanks for the kind words!
xoxo
Shelbee
Grace Liang
It is always good to have a little black dress! Love your necklace and your cute shoes!
Thank you so much for your kind words on my blog. Don’t forget to come back every Monday, Wednesday and Friday to link up with me again!
Take care and keep in touch! 🙂
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Thank you so much, Grace! I always find your blog so wonderful and inspiring. You are on my list of blogs to visit weekly!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
Faye
Lovely look dear, thanks for sharing!
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Thank you, Faye! And thanks for visiting!
xoxo
Shelbee
Shannon Jenkins
Such a cute casual look! Loving your lace ups and scarf!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
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Thanks so much, Shannon! These lace ups are so comfortable…like slippers…or even better, like barefoot! Thank you for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
Laura
That is such a perfect dress for summer! I usually think of an LBD for a super dressy event – I adore that this is so great for day – and so easy to wear with a variety of shoe styles or accessories!!!
Laura
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Thank you, Laura! I think I am going to start pulling out my other black dresses! They really do work well for summer and day time with the right accessories! Thanks for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
Rachael
In my opinion, one can never have too many little black dresses! This shirt dress is so cute, and I love it with the flats!
Rachael
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Thank you, Rachael! Apparently, I adhere to that idea as well that you can’t have too many LBDs. Thanks for stopping by.
xoxo
Shelbee
Shaira Angelique Manalo
That must be a really cool event! You did a great way in styling your LBD. I like the addition of scarf 🙂
xoxo,
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Thanks so much, Shaira! I am super excited to check out the LBD Party! Thank you for stopping by.
xoxo
Shelbee
Eni
Hi dear! Little Black Dress is always a good choice and yours looks so perfect on you! I’m Eni, blogger from Italy. I have a new post on my blog! If you want, take a look at my blog and let me know what you think…..Have a nice day, kisses,
Eni
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Thank you so much, Eni! I am checking out your blog right now! Thank you for stopping by.
xoxo
Shelbee
kereta sewa subang perdana
You look stunning!
The dress looks elegant.
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Thanks so much! And thank you for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
Lashout
great outfit, LBD indeed is the most versatile piece of clothing, you can wear it in any occasion
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Thanks! It is so true, I guess there really is no occasion where an LBD would be inappropriate! Thanks for stopping by.
xoxo
Shelbee
rae
you look wonderful in that little black dress 🙂
xoxo, rae
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Thank you, Rae!
xoxo
Shelbee
Debbie Stinedurf
Perfect styling…the scarf was a great way to add color and shape. I’ve been a little obsessed with lace up shoes and I love the blush color!
Debbie
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Thanks so much, Debbie! These shoes are fabulous because they are super lightweight and inexpensive! They will last probably as long as the trend lasts and that’s good enough for me!
xoxo
Shelbee
Mary Murnane
Gorgeous!! I love how you styled this look, from head to toe.
Mary
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Thank you so much, Mary!
xoxo
Shelbee
Amy
Great dress and so well accented with your scarf and flats.
Amy Ann
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Thank you, Amy! Thanks for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
Andrea Nine
Great detail on the bib!! Cute with the blush sandals for sure!! And what a unique scarf! Love this look on you pretty lady!!
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Thank you for such kind words, Andrea! This scarf is one of my favorites! Thank you for stopping by.
xoxo
Shelbee
Jennie
Such a cute and fun LBD! The pleated detail is a nice touch and I like the loose cut. Your necklace is so Fun! I like it layered with your scarf and how they stand out on the black background. Will definitely stop by tomorrow and check out the dress party tomorrow.
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Thanks so much, Jennie! Nina’s LBD Party is up on her blog! Definitely check it out here! Thanks for stopping by.
xoxo
Shelbee
kileen
i love how you accessorized the LBD with the scarf!
cute & little
kileen
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Thanks so much, Kileen! This scarf is one of my favorites, for sure!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jaymie
Looks great!!!!!
Jaymie
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Thanks, Jaymie!
xoxo
Shelbee
Edye
Such a cute LBD! You have awesome style <3
Blessings,
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Thank you, Edye! That is so kind!
xoxo
Shelbee
Sarah @ Bows & Clothes
Pretty dress! Love the way you wore your scarf! So cute!
Sarah
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Thank you, Sarah! Thanks for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
Adi
Cute dress! I love this look babe!!
Adi xx
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Thanks, Adi!
xoxo
Shelbee
Laura
That dress is super cute! I love the pleating detail!
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Thank you, Laura! I love the pleating, too, it keeps it from being too boring!
xoxo
Shelbee
Deena
Love this look- thanks for linking up with us
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Thank you, Deena!
xoxo
Shelbee
Sheela Goh
I was the same, Shelbee, and then somehow, along the way, I lost interest in my LBDs. I started wearing pinks and nudes and mauves. It’s been a while since this body of mine has come into close contact with a little black number 🙂
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Sheela, I think it’s because your personality shines too bright for an all black look. Nonetheless, I am sure you would be equally stunning in an LBD because you would use it as a blank canvas to showcase some amazing colorful accessories, I’m sure, in a way that is oh-so-Sheela! Thank yuou for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee
Sheela Goh
I love your rationale!! So much more exciting than the truth 😛 and speaking of full disclosure, I wore nothing but black for the first 30 odd years of my life actually GRIN
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Sheela, I went through a very long “wear only black with the occasional dark green or deep purple thrown in” phase. I also very much enjoyed the Goth fashion of the 80’s and 90’s. It was right up my alley. Which then led into the 90’s grunge era…equally appealing to me. It hasn’t been until my late 30’s and early 40’s when I am truly embracing colors and patterns. But there is still a lot of black in my closet. It will always be my first love! Have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Giana
Love your little black dress, you are so beautiful
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Thank you for such kind words, Giana!
xoxo
Shelbee
Ashley
Love the LBD- and those lace-ups are awesome! I have a similar pair and wear ’em all the time!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
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Thank you, Ashley! And thanks so much for stopping by.
xoxo
Shelbee
Nora Gouma
Amazing style, I love your necklace the most, thank you for sharing, you look stunning!!!
xxx
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Thanks so much, Nora! That is such a wonderful compliment! Thank you for visiting.
xoxo
Shelbee
Jill
What a great LBD! I love the swing style and pleated bib! It’s so cute with the lace up flats!
Jill
Doused In Pink
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Thanks so much, Jill!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jessica
I like the neck detail on the dress. It looks so comfy for summer.
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Thank you, Jessica! It is super comfy!
xoxo
Shelbee
Savvy Southern Chic
Love how you styled your LBD! I don’t own one but have thought about purchasing one, because as they say, every woman should have one.
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Thanks so much, Fonda! There are so many gorgeous LBD’s out there to choose from. I hope you find your perfect one! Have a great weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
nicole
Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style
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Thank you, Nicole! Have a fantastic weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Carmen
Such a cute outfit. I really love how you dressed up the Little black dress with a beautiful statement necklace. :]
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Thanks so much, Carmen! Have a fabulous weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Veena
Love LBD’s. Its my favorite for all seasons. Love how you styled it. Glad to be part of Project sister act <3
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Thank you, Veena! And thanks so much for stopping by.
xoxo
Shelbee
Deena
Fun black dress…such a good staple to have in your closet
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Thanks, Deena! It is super comfortable, too!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jane
You have such a beautiful smile, Shelbee <3. I love your black tshirt dress; I know it's got to be comfy…b/c I have a very similar one! It feels like I'm wearing a pajama tshirt without necessarily looking like it! I love DSW rewards…probably b/c I shop their shoes way too much, lol! The blush flats you picked out are so pretty!
Jane
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Jane, you are so sweet! The dress definitely felt like I was wearing a nightgown all day! And the shoes feel like slippers! I, too, shop DSW a bit too often! That place is like kryptonite! And when they have their huge clearance sales, when it’s an extra 20% of all clearance…holy, do I clean up in there!!!
xoxo
Shelbee
Happiness at Mid Life
You are too funny that you have a whole section of LBD and never wear them. I am glad you are using this fun summer dress!
Thank you for being a part of TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you soon!
Alice
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Oh Alice, you have no idea of how ridiculous my closet is! I buy these adorable things with these great ideas in mind, but then being a stay at home mom in a small town, I end up usually reaching for my boyfriend jeans and a tee! I am trying though! Thanks for stopping by!
xoxo
Shelbee