If there's one clothing essential that's always in style, it is the little black dress. Like shoes and lip gloss, I can never seem to get enough black dresses; they're just so classic and flattering that they're hard to resist. But why go with basic black when you could get a little black dress with character? Here are some of my favorite black dress styles in stores right now, each with its own unique twist.

TWIST: Jeweled Neckline
Emilio Pucci Jeweled Stretch Satin Dress, $1,535, available here.

TWIST: Lace Cut-Outs
Vivienne Tam Black Peony Cut-Out Cocktail Dress, $485, available here.

TWIST: Fringe
Michael Kors Fringed Dress, $1,595, available here.

TWIST: Oversized Bow
Chloe Bow Dress (show from back), $2,605.00, available here.

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TWIST: Embroidered Lace
ABS by Allen Schwartz Vintage Lace Shirtdress, $230, available here..

TWIST: Beading
Cynthia Steffe Beaded Victorian Dress, $120, available here.

TWIST: Tiered Ruffles
Isaac Mizrahi Silk Faille Dress, $44.99, available here.

TWIST: Pink Sash
Yoana Baraschi Black Crinkled Silk Ribbon Tie Dress, $174, available here.