Little Black Dress
Black boat neck dress / Magenta tights / Cap-toe heels / Betsey Johnson heart necklace / Revlon lipstick in “Cherries in the Snow”
Every girl has one (or should have one)- a little black dress. This is my work-appropriate version, mind you. It’s a basic black sheath dress with pockets that works well for a variety of occasions. I’ve worn it to a funeral (sadly), a brunch and tea event with my college’s President’s wife (figure that out one), and now here on the blog. Since it’s more on the conservative side, I thought I’d make it more fun with some bright tights, jewels and lipstick. Now let’s just hope this is the last time I have to wear tights since spring weather should be creeping up on us anytime now.
A dress with pockets= win.
What ways do you dress up your favorite little black dress?
I like how simple this is, especially looks amazing with the bold lips and tights! I have a few simple version and dress them up with accessories sometimes. Have a great week. 🙂 /Madison
thanks Madison!
Your LBD is so versatile the sleeves are a good length, I LOVE that it has pockets! Great way to have some fun with the tights, necklace, and lipstick. You could always do some fun shoes with it too, or a cute belt!
I need more fun shoes, that’s for sure
SO PRETTY you are! I love the raspberry tights – and how they match your lips! Nice job of spicing up a LBD 🙂
thank you so much!
I love the colored tights, I’m always hesitant to wear them because I don’t have thin legs, but I think you styling is on point. And that HAIR of yours is so pretty.
Aw thank you so much!
love your use of color! (ps- i agree! pockets are the best)
thanks!
Rachel you look so pretty! LOVE the LBD, and love how you accessorized it 🙂
aw thank you Annie!
I love adding coloured tights, for me an BD requires bling….lots of jewellery…Or a funky pair of coloured heels.
I think all dresses should come with pockets! The colored tights look really cute with your LBD!
you’re so right about the pockets! thanks
I loooove how you dressed up the black dress with colored tights! So cute and such a great way to add color.
thank you!
i love your LBD with the red tights! i still can’t believe i don’t have a LBD…i need to fix that!!
thanks !
Love this little black dress, it’s simple yet classy and chic. Love the necklace and tights to add some color and fun. You look beautiful!
I like keeping it simple, you know me 🙂 thank you <3
Stunning Rachel and I LOVE the color of your tights! Looking so beautiful!
aw thank you so much :* (thats a kissy face haha wanted to switch things up a bit)
You can never go wrong with a little black dress! Love this one, and I agree – LOVE pockets on a dress! xo, Julie
Oh girl this outfit was made for you! From the side swept hair, dark lip and dress (with pockets!!) you are the epitome of a fashionista! I have a black pocket dress from Express that I can’t live without, LBDs are a must have.
aw thanks so much- you described me like a celebrity or something and it’s making me laugh/smile haha you rock!
Love your dress – it fits you perfectly!!!
aw thank you!
You look gorgeous in this ensemble! Love the tights with that dress!
thanks so much Corbynn!
Cute dress, the shape is great on you. I need a work LBD, all of mine are really only date night appropriate 😉
thanks! haha yeah this is my work-appropriate one and I have a few of those date-night ones too 😉
Love a good, go-to black dress. I mix mine up with blazers, statement jewelry, or scarves!
Love the pops of red in your lips and accessories, you look great!
thank you!
Rachel, you look so stunningly beautiful! Truly you are just so lovely. I honestly don’t have a little black dress…looks like I must get one.
oh my gosh thanks so much!
LOVE the bright tights with the dress…the perfect pop of colour! I agree, every woman needs a chic black dress in her closet. Mine feel outdated so I’m on the hunt for a new one that can easily transition from work to cocktails. You look great!
Thanks!
aw thanks!
I love this LBD!! You look so gorgeous, as always. Thanks for sharing!
aw thanks!
You look gorgeous and that hair! My lord I’m jealous! if i wanted that id have to wear a million extensions! Stunning!
aw thank you so much! haha I’m very lucky that my hair grows quickly!
SO PRETTY! I love the unexpected red tights 🙂
thanks Sarah!
Such a chic LBD and I love the berry tights, though I agree, I can’t wait to go bare-legged!
thanks!
I love the way your necklace and tights match! So pretty!
haha I’m a matchy-matchy person
That is the PERFECT LBD! Just the variety of ways you’ve mentioned wearing it makes it the perfect closet workhorse. Also, your lipstick!
haha thanks Lauren!
This is such a great dress- those pockets are the perfect extra piece. You look so pretty!
Beautiful look! Love that dress, love the red tights, love the lipstick!
thank you Bree!
Love your dress and necklace! You know you remind me of Lea Michele of Glee!! Such a beautiful smile!! First time on ur blog and love ur style!! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
Aw thanks!
I love how your lips match the tights! So chic!
thanks!
Can’t go wrong with black! And I love dresses with pockets!
You always look so stunning. I love the unexpected tights paired with the dress. Too pretty!
aw why thank you! 🙂
So pretty! Dresses with pockets are my favorite 🙂 I love the red tights. I totally agree that every woman should have an LBD in her closet, they’re so versatile for a variety of occasions.
thanks!
thank you!
Rachel, you look just beautiful from head to toe, started from your super adorable wavy hair, to the darling lipstick to the chic dress and the pop of your coloured tights 🙂
Thank you so much 🙂
So cute! I love the colored tights and bright lipstick!
Visiting from Favorite Frock Fridays link up. Love this dress and your tights and lipstick are gorgeous.
thanks so much!
Your dress is gorgeous, as are your stunning tights. Great outfit!
thanks!