Birthday girl Olivia Wilde is undoubtedly one of our favorite style setters — the actress, producer, and philanthropist isn't one to shy away from dramatic dresses on the red carpet (remember the stunning Marchesa gown she wore to the 2011 Golden Globes?) — but she also seems to have a soft spot for the classic, quintessential little black dress. When it comes to dressing up her LBD, Olivia Read more

There's no more iconic ode to LBDs and pearls than Holly Golightly standing before a Tiffany's window in the classic Breakfast at Tiffany's. We still have our pearls and LBDs, but unless the prim ladylike look your grandmother rocked is your goal, it's time to think about combining pearls and little black dresses in fresh and modern ways. We found 10 dresses and 10 pearl necklaces that are Read more

When you're smack dab in the middle of party season, flitting from fete to fete, the little black dress routine can get a bit stale. The good news? There are tons of stylish alternatives to your usual noir number, and not only will you look just as chic, you'll also succeed at standing out in the crowd. Whether it's a feathered blazer ($125) or a slouchy pair of sequin shorts ($15), these Read more

I normally hate sequels, but how can you hate when it features a much-loved fashion star, the LBD? The first time around was not enough. More ladies of glamour appeared at events in the classic LBD. But really, what is a classic LBD? These dresses, from designers like Yves Saint Laurent, Jolibe, Dolce & Gabbana, and Alberta Ferretti, are anything but classic. Call it an oxymoron, but the LBD Read more

How many LBDs do you own? And I bet they're all pretty different, right? Some are casual, some are fancy, some modern, some classic. It's safe to say a gal can never have enough LBDs. There's a reason it's mentioned on every fashion essential list. A testament to the versatility and diversity of the LBD is a recent influx of them on actresses, singers, and models. And yet, I'm not sick of it. I Read more

Memorial Day BBQs and backyard parties are just the beginning of a season when we'll live in our dresses. Whether you're seeking a style especially for the holiday weekend or out to score a few to slip into all Summer, we've got you covered. We too plan on luxuriating in the sun and staying cool in a bevy of our favorite frocks, so we've made it our mission to narrow down some of the best styles Read more

We don't have to tell you why a little black dress is a wardrobe staple for every woman, but sometimes it's necessary to put a slight spin on a classic. While there will always be a time and place to look your black-dress best, balmy Summer weather brings its own style conundrums and often requires something a bit more lightweight. Enter the impossibly Summer-perfect LBD: it's the ideal Read more

The key to an amazing wardrobe is owning basics you can constantly recycle, and restyle, over and over again. To help you achieve Spring fashion success, we created over 35 outfits out of 15 must-have pieces. Think white skinny jeans, that perfect warm-weather LBD, day-to-night sandals, and a classic nautical-stripe t-shirt for starters. Trust us, you'll be amazed by the sheer versatility of Read more

What better way to bring a very stylish group of women together than with great fashion and good conversation? That was the name of the game at last night's launch party for Amanda de Cadenet's new Lifetime series, The Conversation. Hosted by Diane von Furstenberg, the party drew a flock of our style favorites to the designer's NYC studio, where each showed off her own take on cocktail-chic. We Read more

This week's style setters may be more street chic than red-carpet glam, but that doesn't make the looks any less noteworthy. Styles from the likes of Chloe Moretz, Poppy Delevingne, and Hilary Rhoda remind us that looking good doesn't mean going over the top. With their streamlined cocktail frocks, cocktail-chic printed pants (we're looking at you, Poppy!), and dressed-up jeans, this crew serves Read more