Fashion
10 Fresh Takes On The LBD For Springtime
As someone whose closet is predominately packed with black pieces, I love a good LBD. But even my noir-obsessed self is willing to admit that they can get a little run of the mill and boring after a while, especially against the sea of pretty pastels, in-your-face brights, and bold patterns of spring. This week, however, celebs really stepped up their LBD-game, with 10 fresh takes on the classic frock. Click through to check out all of the star-approved takes on the black dress for spring, plus the buy-it-now versions you can snatch up today.
Emma Roberts's Caped Dress
Make like Roberts in her Balenciaga frock and channel your inner superhero with a super-chic, caped LBD that looks smolderingly sexy with a red lip and sleek hairstyle.
Get the Look: Caped Dress
Nasty Gal Angel Cape Dress, $68, Nasty Gal
Emma Stone's Cut Out Dress
The easiest way to instantly up your sex appeal? With strategically placed cut outs — like the ones seen on Stone’s Gucci frock — that reveal just the right amount of skin while taking your average LBD to the next level.
Get the Look: Cut Out Dress
Shakuhachi Tailored Cut Out Dress, $300, Revolve Clothing
Halston Sage's Strapless Sequin Dress
Let your posh and glam sides collide with a polished, strapless, midi-length dress — like the Christian Dior version Sage donned at a recent Neighbors premiere — that features a little bit of class and a whole lot of shine.
Get the Look: Sequined Strapless Dress
Blaque Label Strapless Sequin Dress, $136, Shop Bop
Eva Longoria's Cross-Strap Dress
Flaunt your curves in a figure-flattering dress — like Longoria’s curve-hugging David Koma number — that gives a little something extra thanks to its cross-strap neckline and strappy detailing.
Get the Look: Cross-Strap Dress
Chetta B Criss Cross Strap Dress, $74, Blue Fly
Amy Poehler's Tuxedo Dress
A sexy suit isn’t the only way to steal from the boys, as Poehler proved in her tuxedo-inspired Ralph Lauren number at the 2014 American Comedy Awards. Keep the look flirty and feminine by choosing a mini-dress version or dressing it up with a statement necklace.
Get the Look: Tuxedo Dress
Marc by Marc Jacobs “Frances” Silk Tuxedo Dress, $348, Bloomingdale's
Nikki Reed's Lace-Sleeve Dress
For the perfect date-night look, take a page out of Reed’s book and sport a structured LBD complete with delicate lace detailing, as seen on her romantic Lela Rose dress at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Get the Look: Lace-Sleeve Dress
BB Dakota “Princeton” Lace-Sleeve Dress, $92, Revolve Clothing
Rita Ora's Leather Dress
Show off your sleek and sexy side — like Ora did in her DKNY mini — in a badass leather LBD that’s the perfect combo of laid-back and edgy.
Get the Look: Leather Dress
Anna Sui Faux-Leather Tank Dress, $135, Amazon
Suki Waterhouse's Deep-V Dress
Even the simplest LBD turns into something special with a deep, plunging V-neck. Copy Waterhouse’s Burberry style by choosing a dress with a longer length or looser fit to keep things classy.
Get the Look: Deep-V Dress
French Connection Plunging Skater Dress, $71, ASOS
Holland Roden's Floral Dress
Just as no closet is complete without a trusty LBD, your warm weather wardrobe demands a fun, floral frock. Mix the two, and you have the ultimate spring dress. Try a baby-doll style like Roden’s Erin Fetherston version for a look that’s sweet and feminine, or choose a structured shift dress for something more mod.
Get the Look: Floral Dress
Express Floral Fit-and-Flare Dress, $80, Express
Jenna Elfman's Crop Top Combo
It may not technically be a dress, but a little black crop top and skirt combo — like the Black Halo ensemble Elfman recently donned — is just as essential when it comes to spicing up your seasonal wardrobe.
Get the Look: Crop Top Combo
Bailey 44 “Bardot” Mesh Inset Dress, $185, Bloomingdale's
