Belongs to Harry Potter's Emma Watson, who wore this flirty feathery frock by Spanish designer Rafael Lopez to the November 2010 premiere of 'Deathly Hallows.'
Other LBDs that top the charts in terms of style, simplicity and elegance?
Well, I'm no Robin Givhan, but if I were then I'd start with Washingtonian (by way of Chicago) Michelle Obama and the TDF (to die for) vintage 1950s Norman Norell cocktail dress she wore to the December 2010 Christmas in Washington event at the White House.
The First Lady in vintage Norell.
Dresses like this are valued at $250,000 and are usually only on display at museums like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, according to the Vintage Style Files.
You can look, but don't touch
this 1955 Norell vintage dress.
It is on display at the Met,
reports the Vintage Style Files.
Another first lady (of Spice, that is) who doesn't disappoint in the LBD category is Victoria Beckham, seen below in this ruffled black mini. The World's Most Glamourous Celebrity, according to a 2010 Max Factor poll, wore the frock to a lunch in the Piccadilly neighborhood of London in May of 2010.
Style Tip: Tan heels with a little black
dress makes the legs look longer.
But no one with multiple children from multiple nations is more stunning than Angelina Jolie in this sequined Armani LBD, which she wore to the premiere of Salt in July of 2010.
Stunning!
Here's how some other celebs are rocking their little black dresses...
And if you want to know how you can rock a pret-a-porter LBD of your own, then check out the hottest off-the-rack styles at Refinery29.com.
If ya' missed us Monday live with Morris on TBD, then don't sweat it-- catch up now. This week we chose our "Hot Heel" of the week from sponsor ShoeDazzle, tell you the best places to go for the holiday's on onetank of gas, discuss the newly opened National Pinball MuseumAND it's the "Buff Body of the Week"--check out the biceps on this hottie!
TBD RECAP:
THE "IT" COCKTAIL DRESSES OF THE SEASON
It's the holiday's which means ONE thing for any fashion forward girl here in The District. SHOPPING! DING DING that's right--with so much on our mind and a laundry list of to do's this season, it doesn't need to be stressful. If you want effortless sophistication and are looking for the "it" cocktail dress of the season to dazzle in at all your holiday parties -- then look no further I now introduce you to Zophiaonline.com. This online boutique is the answer to finding that perfect dress. Over the weekend I had the opportunity to meet with Executive Designer Betsy Garcete and enter her world of pure uber fashion and elegance.
Executive Designer , Betsy Garcete of Zophia Online Boutique
A talented local designer, born and bred here in Washington, D.C., (though she is of Uruguayan and Paraguayan decent) Garcete's cocktail dressesare the epitome of effortless sophistication with a strong retro feel and a 1940's silhouette. Think Bette Davis, Lauren Bacall and Marilyn Monroe. Want to look like these movie mavens? Then step into any of Garcete's signature red zipper lined cocktail dresses. Each dress has a unique name and storyline inspired by a woman in Garcete's life; and she must know a lot of beautiful and bold women, because all her signature pieces are full of vibrant and daring colors and patterns. Which includes one of my favorites; the black and gold leopard- inspired dress called the "Marielena." But the strongest and most inspiring woman in Garcete's life is her beloved grandmother Sofia, who was the first person to expose her to sewing and alterations. And so millions and millions of needles and threads later with a healthy combination of blood sweat and tears--Garcete's vision of Zophia was born. (Garcete changed the S in the name to a Z to add a little flair.) And flair this designer has combined with creativity, a keen eye, talent and passion which clearly is shown in her custom made dresses.
Model wearing Zophia signature cocktail dress
Sequined leopard print signature dress by Zophia.
The "Marielena"
The Fall collection
I couldn't wait to get my hands on this one!
I literally fell in love with this hot red number
So many dresses to choose from.
The scoop neck back is to die for!
Assistant Designer Kendra McCullough pictured with model.
The Glam Squad--Fashion Marketing Coordinator JC McCray, Executive Designer Betsy Garcete, and Assistant Designer Kendra McCullough pictured.
JC McCray talks details with us about Garcete's gorgeous threads.
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Markette and Vanessa met in graduate school at American University while studying Interactive Journalism... and they have been inseparable ever since. Their shared love of food, fashion and entertainment news spawned the creation of DC on HEELS - a blog and TV program that covers the most fabulous events, happenings and findings in the Washington Metro area.
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