LBD Forever

Long live the little black dress.  Its introduction was via Coco Chanel in 1926 and the LBD has survived decades of trends and fads and is a must-have in any woman's wardrobe.  The key to success is in the fit; a little black dress is appropriate for any woman of any age, shape or size, but the fit has to be exact. Then, make the look your own through accessories.

Amy Holman Edelman, author of "The Little Black Dress" explores the history of this fashion classic. Ms. Edelman told the Costco Connection magazine, "When it first came out, the little black dress was so different from the fashion of the times."  She continues, "It freed women from having to spend a lot of money on their clothing.  It was such a simple design that they were able to take bolts of cheaper fabric to their dressmaker, and no one could tell if they were wearing an original Chanel, or a copy.  The LBD works at any price, point, so it's accesible to women regardless of their economic background.  It really is the outfit for Everywoman."

The LBD hit its heights when Audrey Hepburn starred as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's wearing a sleeveless, floor skimming black sheath.  

 
Edelman claims the style has retained its popularity because the focus is on the individual wearing the dress rather than the dress alone.  LBDs are versatile and can transition from day to evening, depending on the accessories, which can transform the look.  

Check out some of the modern styles on Nordstom.com. There are an endless variety of styles available at all price points, but one thing these dresses have in common is that they belong to an iconic category of clothing that has stood the test of time.