Top Little Black Dresses for Fall: Sheath Dress, Pencil Skirt, Plaids & Many More

The classic little black dress (LBD) made popular in the 1920s by fashion designer Coco Chanel is the most versatile clothing in the wardrobe of today's woman. Combining functionality with style, the black dress can be modified to suit any occasion. Keeping that in mind, resourceful designers come up with their ready-to-wear collection every season. Wondering which dresses are hot and sizzling for the cooler days of Fall/Winter 2009? See them for yourself.

Black Dresses for Fall/Winter 2009: Tube Dress in Textured Plaid
Plaid is the escalating trend of the season. This strapless tube dress in textured plaid from Express is sophisticated yet sensual. Hype those shoulders and flaunt the legs. The sexy black dress reveals just what is required. Simply pair it with the diamond textured full tights! Want to sport a conservative look? Add a complementing short blazer.

Black Dresses for Fall/Winter 2009: Sleeveless Tube Dress
Sexy and ultra modern; this black dress comes again from Express, adds a new vitality to your going-out repertoire. Seamless and textured; this dress with a plunging V-neck is a perfect all night chic.

Black Dresses for Fall/Winter 2009: Drape Neck Pencil Dress
The classic pencil dress style of the 40s is brought back with a fresh new perspective in this draped neck pencil dress from Express. This shoulder-baring, knee-skimming pencil dress is topped with a smooth and satiny drape-neck for a sexy low-cut, going-out look.

Black Dresses for Fall/Winter 2009: Wool Turtleneck Wrap Dress
Let's get real! The sleeveless, plunging neckline and low hem black dresses isn't for everyone. For the woman who likes to keep things warm, conservative and comfortable, is this knee length, long sleeved, woolen, turtleneck, wrap dress with self-tie belt and open back dress from DKNY. Certainly not matronly, but a sophisticated and elegant option indeed!

Black Dresses for Fall/Winter 2009: Semantiks 'Athena' Bow Dress
The classic elegance of a sheath silhouette once made popular by Jackie Kennedy and now by the First Lady Michelle Obama is proudly exhibited in this black woolen blended dress by Semantiks. The dress offers a classic silhouette shaped with an inset waist and princess seams, and gathered at the wide neckline to resemble a bow. Available at Nordstrom.com (267829)

Black Dresses for Fall/Winter 2009: Classiques Entier® 'Picco Lines' Belted Sheath Dress
Fashion today is men inspired and so is this classic sheath black dress in menswear-inspired suiting fabric. The wide leather belt with a circular buckle cinches the waist thus accentuating your best assets. Bateau neckline is gathered at one shoulder for an asymmetrical finish.

Black Dresses for Fall/Winter 2009: One shoulder Chiffon Dress
No wardrobe is complete without a toga styled, one shoulder black dress. This breezy chiffon black dress skims over silky charmeuse on this modern silhouette with asymmetrical lines. Pleats flow effortlessly from the shoulder to the satin waist, down through the full skirt. A trailing sash adds panache to the back

Sultry or elegant, bold or conservative, chic or sassy; there is a little black dress for every woman in you. Just find the perfect variation that meets your body type.

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Source(s):
Express.com
Nordstrom.com
WhiteHouseBlackmarket.com
DKNY.com