Today we're visiting a timeless piece in fashion history: the little black dress. Fashion maverick Coco Chanel introduced the world to this design on October 1st, 1926, creating an instant sensation with a side of rebellion. Chanel broke all the rules with her combination of sleek, simple, and a color traditionally associated with mourning. The little black dress soared to success across the fashion industry, and finally earning the nickname the "Ford dress" for its simplicity and high demand. Most items in fashion come and go, but not Chanel's creation. The LBD endured the test of time, transcending eras of trends. The 40's and 50's were host to a more conservative LBD, only accentuating a small waist and full hips. Audrey Hepburn modernized and popularized the style in her Breakfast At Tiffany's, in which she sported Givenchy's take on the look. The little black dress then continued
to make appearances throughout the decades, and to this day can be
found in the closet of any fashionable woman. It is a timeless look,
one that truly brought about the meaning of the word, chic.
Well done!
ReplyDeleteExcellent commentary and history of the LBD. I also enjoyed that you include people that made it famous and all the nicknames that it held.
I know that this isn't your newest post but personally I think it's really great. You took something so simple and turned it into something great which is exactly what the LBD is supposed to do. I always look forward to reading what you blog about. Can't wait to see what's next.
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