10 investment LBDs you’ll wear again and again
We've found 10 buy-now-wear-forever little black dresses to take you through party season and beyond.
Issa Alison Black Long Sleeve Pencil Skirt Wrap Dress, £495, Issa London
Hands down the most flattering LBD out there, this classic wrap dress has been a favourite from the label since the Duchess of Cambridge chose the electric blue silk version for her engagement photos. It will work anywhere, from cocktails to country weddings.
LK Bennett Star Embellished Collar Dress, £295, LK Bennett
The perfect party piece, this short-sleeved collared dress adds a touch of sparkle to any occasion.
H&M Figure-Fit Dress, £24.99, H&M
This flattering, figure-hugging little black dress will work as well with a pair of tights in the boardroom as it will with a statement necklace in the bar. It's a great transformative piece for party season.
Alexander McQueen Velvet and Silk-Taffeta Dress, £3,165, Net-A-Porter
Yes, we know, this one sort of blows the budget but: look how pretty. A work of art, we've got this number pinned as an alternate wedding dress or birthday party present. Hell, we'd wear it to work to get down the cost-per-wear if we had to. Coffee meetings will never have been more fabulous.
Black flapper dress, £39.99, New Look
This 20s-inspired number won't break the bank and is a playful party dress you'll turn to time and time again.
Organza Ruffle Bandeau Dress by Boutique, £120, Topshop
This strapless LBD is given a softer edge with organza silk ruffle detailing, which hides two handy front pockets. We like.
Black Studded Bodycon Dress, £95, Wallis
If you like a touch of 'starry night' with your LBD (and frankly, who doesn't?), this one's for you.
Whistles Mia High Neck Rib Dress, £175, Whistles
Along with the added bonus of being pretty cosy, this ribbed Whistles number can literally be worn anywhere and everywhere. It works for work. It's game for a party. It's fab.
Burberry London Knitted Stretch Cotton-Blend Dress, £550, Net-A-Porter
Never have we coveted an LBD quite like this figure-hugging Burberry number. It's simple, elegant and timeless.
DVF Colleen Lace Dress, £305, Diane von Furstenberg
Meet Colleen, a classic lace long-sleeved LBD that you'll fall in love with in an instant.
