The wonders of the little black dress have been celebrated for nearly a century—ever since Vogue first featured Coco Chanel’s LBD on its cover in 1926—and with good reason: It is an essential and alchemical fashion icon. Its magic lies in its simplicity—existing as a pure, black sheath, it can be dressed up (or down) and made appropriate for any occasion. And its power is further magnified by its variability—it’s available in a range of cuts, fabrics and styles from nearly every designer. These are the pieces that make finding the right LBD as easy as A-B-C.

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