Even while we're fully immersed in the Fall '11 collections, the beginning of March has me thinking all things Spring. I've been eying the past Spring '11 runways and the brights they brought in the form of these flirty frocks from Versace, Matthew Williamson, Peter Som, and so many others. This is a different kind of LBD necessity, so forget the little black dress and allow me to introduce this season's must-own little bright dress. The colorful options are limitless, as are cuts and silhouettes, though we recommend keeping it short and sweet to soak up the sun. Just shop my picks to get the look.
Left to right: Versace, Peter Som (middle two), Matthew Williamson.
This time of year is all about getting the best of both worlds. You've got holiday cheer — and the cozy clothes that go with it, but there's always the promise of escape — and a fresh wardrobe — via 
There's black and there's liquidy black — the kind Michelle Monaghan sported and turned heads in. It's not leather, though it has the same slick shimmer; it's part sequined, part luxe liquidity in the fabric. Slip on the slinky sparkle in liquidy black skirts, dresses, shirts, and more — then, just watch it shine.
