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The little black dress is a fashion clothing staple in every woman's closet. It is your go-to outfit if you suddenly need a fabulously sexy look without being able to plan. At the same time, it is also the dress you run to when you are feeling so ugly that you think no other outfit can save you. But do you know all that there is to know in wearing the LBD? Here are some things that you would need to know to maximize the use of your little fashion clothing go-to dress.

Accessorize it

Nothing can pull off an outfit faster than a set of one-of-a-kind accessories. The little black dress in itself is there to flatter your shape but it will fall flat, especially if the dress is simple, if you don't pair it up with something that will transform it from a nice dress to a wow dress. Get a chunky gold bracelet to bring out your slender arms. Jazz up a plunging neckline with an eye-catching necklace.

Shoes make the statement

The little black dress is as versatile as it can get. You can wear it over a classy black blazer and a pair of leather pumps and you can wear it to a funeral. Wear it with bright pink stilettos and you are ready to party like a wild child. Pair it with some ankle boots, studded leather jacket and you are the rocker chick of the event. Your shoes dictate your dress' personality. Do not be afraid to mix things up a bit.

Color shot!

Add a dash of color when you wear your little black dress if you feel that your LBD look is getting old and tired. A fail-safe option is by putting the loud color on your shoes, like a hot red rouge strappy sandals with 2 inch heels to fire things up, or get your color going with a bright blue satin clutch. Remember, the dress will look new and fresh if you feel new and fresh. And adding a big splash of color into your outfit will fix that.

Back to basics

If you feel that your little black dress in itself is such a dressy outfit and you find it hard to find an event where you can wear it, the answer is simple, keep it basic. Show up au naturel and just wear a simple pair of black heeled shoes, almost nude make up and a sleeked back up do. This very simple look will compliment your flashy dress.

Scarf away

If you want to tone down the formal look of your LBD but you do not want to strip it away of its beauty, add a long, wildly printed or colorful scarf for that bohemian meets park avenue look.

Whatever the rules are, these may change over time, the fact still remains that the little black dress will forever be a pillar in a woman's closet. Trends come and go, fashion clothing must-haves fade but the LBD is forever.