Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Strapless Black Dresses

The most flattering version of the LBD, in CC’s humble opinion!
Fall 2010 runway inspirations courtesy style.com except where noted.
Akris
Andrew Gn
Camilla Staerk, via nymag.com
Christian Dior
Collette Dinnigan
Dolce & Gabbana
Emanuel Ungaro
Emporio Armani
Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, via nymag.com
Julien Macdonald
Marchesa
Max Azria
Moschino
Nicole Farhi
Nina Ricci
Pringle of Scotland
Stella McCartney
Vivienne Tam
Alice + Olivia layered strapless dress; this and next six at net-a-porter.com.
Notte by Marchesa ruffle silk-blend mini dress.
Valentino lacquered strapless dress.
Deal of the Day: Splendid draped bandeau dress, $130.
James Perse stretch-jersey tube dress.
Vanessa Bruno draped strapless dress.
Maison Martin Margiela structured bustier dress.
Jill Stuart Dyanna dress; this and next six at shopbop.com.
Elizabeth and James Lingerie dress.
Marc by Marc Jacobs organdy dress.
Madison Marcus Alter strapless dress.
Rachel Roy strapless tailored petal dress.
Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent strapless drape pocket dress.
Haute Hippie Rose bubble dress.
Which LBD would you choose, darling?
xoxox,
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70 comments:

  1. Intrinsically FlorrieMay 25, 2010 at 8:33 AM

    The shilouette of the Christian Dior is just stunning.
    Gorgous post darling!

    Florrie x

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  2. Petra BellejambesMay 25, 2010 at 8:44 AM

    I think it is either the Ungaro or the Azria. Can I borrow your shoulders?

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  3. UnknownMay 25, 2010 at 9:01 AM

    this is strange - but only a few "popped" at me - and i LOVE the LBD ... cute post sweet stuff!

    *Hug*
    Erika
    ~Tiptoe Butterfly~

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  4. F (The Very Subjective)May 25, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    james perse dress - simplicity is magnifique!

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  5. A PIECE OF PASSIONMay 25, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    Love strapless dresses, but I never buy them since it feels like I have to adjust them all the time.

    xoxo

    A PIECE OF PASSION

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  6. NuheilaMay 25, 2010 at 9:13 AM

    Love black,love LBD and love all these gorgeous strapless dresses!
    Fabulous post!



    Nuheila

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  7. KeithMay 25, 2010 at 9:25 AM

    These are all so beautiful. I love black dresses. Hard to pick out a favorite. Hope your week started off well.

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  8. Diana MieczanMay 25, 2010 at 9:35 AM

    I realy like strapless dresses...I just got one last month and I find them very chic:)
    I would pick the Christian Dior one...so stunning!
    Kisses and have a great day:)

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  9. Noble BeeyotchMay 25, 2010 at 9:43 AM

    There's nothing better than a LBD with a twist!

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  10. AnonymousMay 25, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    Classic! xxx

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  11. AnonymousMay 25, 2010 at 9:51 AM

    Nothing's sexier than the perfect lbd! And a strapless one is just the icing on the cake!

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  12. Dressing Up For MeMay 25, 2010 at 9:53 AM

    Those LBDs are gorgeous especially the Dior and Ungaro!

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  13. AnonymousMay 25, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    Completely agreed! I really need to get myself a strapless LBD.

    Melanie@Unravelled Threads

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  14. ImogenMay 25, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    I love strapless dresses and I have been adding some more to my wardrobe this year. I think that strapless dresses in black are so classy.

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  15. Michael St. JamesMay 25, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    One of my favorite looks in fashion and these are all beautiful!

    www.bagpoor.com

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  16. Laura TreveyMay 25, 2010 at 10:10 AM

    I need a new LBD and these are beautiful!

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  17. stilettolover91May 25, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    HOT HOT HOT!!!! Amazing post!! I love them all!!

    http://hottheels.blogspot.com/

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  18. AnikaMay 25, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    its true what they say, you can never have too many lbds. why? so many different variations. i wear alot of black so could honestly (finances permitting) have all of them in my closet and would wear them all.

    loved this post, cc xx

    p.s. hope you're having a fab week :)

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  19. Heather FeemsterMay 25, 2010 at 10:32 AM

    SOOO many gorgeous picks! I now need to go out and find one..... xo

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  20. BBMay 25, 2010 at 10:43 AM

    Sometimes I think all the world needs to wear are LBDs. Sometimes.

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  21. amstervrouwtjeMay 25, 2010 at 10:46 AM

    I love it! :)

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  22. Make Do StyleMay 25, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    So fundamentally important in your wardrobe!

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  23. InésMay 25, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    little black dress always is perfect with all

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  24. Make Do StyleMay 25, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    So fundamentally important in your wardrobe!

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  25. Lisa GriffinMay 25, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    Oh I love the Dolce and the Marchesa, fabulous!

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  26. Connie @ SogniESorrisiMay 25, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    Gorgeous! I always feel great when wearing the right LBD.

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  27. MadeleineMay 25, 2010 at 11:32 AM

    Little black dress is a must. I like the strapless a lot, there are quite a few I would wear on your layout.

    Thank-you for some great inspirations, Carrie
    xox
    Madeleine

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  28. RaquelMay 25, 2010 at 11:43 AM

    a strapless lbd is such a wardrobe staple! loved this post dear!
    x

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  29. dancinginchiffonMay 25, 2010 at 11:44 AM

    love the Emporio Armani one!

    www.dancinginchiffon.blogspot.com
    www.dancinginchiffon.blogspot.com
    www.dancinginchiffon.blogspot.com

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  30. erika soroccoMay 25, 2010 at 11:55 AM

    Loving the tutu-inspired skirt of the Notte by Marchesa Ruffle Silk-Blend Mini Dress. What a gorgeous piece!! :)

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  31. rosiecampbellMay 25, 2010 at 12:10 PM

    I love that Julien MacDonald dress!

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  32. naphtali May 25, 2010 at 12:12 PM

    Stunning!!!!

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  33. Jaime @ laviejaimeMay 25, 2010 at 12:27 PM

    Loving the classic LBD. Can't choose just one..I'd take any of these!

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  34. Iva MessyMay 25, 2010 at 12:32 PM

    omg love them all!! LBDs are always so gorgeous!

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  35. SiruMay 25, 2010 at 12:44 PM

    I just realized I don't own any. How is it possible? :D

    juliet xxx

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  36. The AnthologyMay 25, 2010 at 12:54 PM

    Love all the textures. Who knew the LBD could be so interesting?

    *Kelsey

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  37. Hunters GloryMay 25, 2010 at 1:27 PM

    really like the camilla staerk with red tie!

    ;)--

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  38. BALLET NEWSMay 25, 2010 at 2:29 PM

    LOVE this. And I don't know what has taken me sooo long, but I am adding you to my blog list right this minute. Too good to miss for sure. Thank you !!

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  39. RohiniMay 25, 2010 at 2:29 PM

    The Marchesa dress is diving! Xx

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  40. JessicaMay 25, 2010 at 3:22 PM

    wonderful black dresses. i need one in my life.

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  41. RinaMay 25, 2010 at 3:25 PM

    Is there anything more beautiful that a strapless black dress? I can´t decide which one is my favorite..
    xoxo

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  42. Tights LoverMay 25, 2010 at 3:45 PM

    I really like the Andrew Gn, with the black boots. Great look!

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  43. UnknownMay 25, 2010 at 3:48 PM

    Loving the vivienne tam fish scale/ruffles! Strapless black is the best!

    xo Mary Jo

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  44. Mary @Delightful BitefulsMay 25, 2010 at 4:09 PM

    Oooo one can never go wrong with a black dress... or with too many black dresses ;)

    xxMK
    Delightful Bitefuls

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  45. AnonymousMay 25, 2010 at 4:11 PM

    Always a classic!

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  46. StephanieMay 25, 2010 at 4:16 PM

    Beautifuldresses, perfect for adding some accessories!

    Kisses,
    Stephanie

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  47. WeShopMay 25, 2010 at 4:51 PM

    I would so love a leather strapless dress. Perfect for day with a shrug and for evening on its own. xx

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  48. AnonymousMay 25, 2010 at 4:55 PM

    It can't get any better than this! Stunning!

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  49. KarishmaMay 25, 2010 at 5:40 PM

    wow! these dresses are *gorgeous*

    purple-peeptoes.blogspot.com

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  50. HiFashionMay 25, 2010 at 5:42 PM

    Black, strapless, dresses are probably the most amazing piece of clothing there is. They look so beautiful and I love these selections.

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  51. UnknownMay 25, 2010 at 5:51 PM

    i love my strapless black dress - its amazing xxxxxx

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  52. TheStreetFashion5xproMay 25, 2010 at 5:51 PM

    gorgeous post...black=chic...you have great style

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  53. hobovogue .May 25, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    the cynthia vincent ! ahhh to die for... perfect draping AND pockets.

    lbds are perfect but i dont know about strapless for everyone. you have to have pretty defined shoulders/ collarbones to look amazing in them... aka i'd have to hit the gym way more often than i do right now to pull it off :[ great finds though!

    <333

    [v] hobovogue.blogspot.com

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  54. Kristin HMay 25, 2010 at 6:18 PM

    One can never go wrong with one of these:)

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  55. Princess Leia OrganaMay 25, 2010 at 6:42 PM

    The Christian Dior, Emporio Armani, and Julien MacDonald ones were my absolute favorittteee! they're so pretty! i want one!

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  56. AdeleMay 25, 2010 at 7:04 PM

    Great post! Love that first one!
    - Adele
    MOLTOCURIOSA.COM ♥

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  57. EMay 25, 2010 at 7:33 PM

    That Dior dress makes me want to throw myself on the floor and cry because I cannot own it!

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  58. AverillMay 25, 2010 at 9:58 PM

    Such a great mix, CC! Just shows you how versatile the LBD really can be!

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  59. michelle_May 25, 2010 at 10:02 PM

    fabulous LBDs !
    thanks for your entry in my We Love Colors tights giveaway

    xx GLISTERS & BLISTERS

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  60. Content Director - Strong Female LeadersMay 26, 2010 at 1:31 AM

    Another great , pick! Sexy and cute. Love it.

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  61. ANDWHATELSEISTHEREMay 26, 2010 at 1:59 AM

    i'm obsessed with the valentino one and julian mcdonald's. hot picks once again.

    ANDWHATELSEISTHERE

    SHOP

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  62. GlaykiMay 26, 2010 at 2:10 AM

    fabulous!
    i Want it all!

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  63. MELISSA Z.May 26, 2010 at 4:54 AM

    I've just discovered your blog and i love it so much! Great pics and good job!

    www.abitoffashion.com

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  64. 6rooveMay 26, 2010 at 6:05 AM

    love the Pringle of Scotland
    and Dior dresses, but every dress is so beautiful, great selection!

    kisses :)
    Watching the waves

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  65. Lee OliveiraMay 26, 2010 at 8:10 AM

    If I was a girl I would be buying all of them.
    Marchesa is divine

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  66. smittenbystyleMay 26, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    Wow a lot of work fabulous stuff! wish i had atleast a few of them. Its a classic

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  67. SoaneHonorMay 26, 2010 at 1:09 PM

    Lovely lovely lovely :D!
    Black dresses are fabulous. I simply can't choose.

    xoxo

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  68. GraceMay 26, 2010 at 7:00 PM

    Obviously a classic. I love the Stella and Marchesa!

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  69. MizzJMay 27, 2010 at 2:27 AM

    LBDs are an eternal classic and essential to any wardrobe. Sadly, none of these really popped out at me, except maybe the Max Azria.

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  70. CraveMay 27, 2010 at 9:42 AM

    Classic and you can never have too many in my opinion!!

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