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The LBD had become mainstream fashion by the 1930s. Loose and straight dress shapes had become fash- ionable, and the little black dress remained a staple dur- ing the Great Depression thanks to its simplicity and af- fordability. It was the one dress that could serve on multiple and contrasting occasions, from daily obliga- tions to evening events. It nonetheless acquired an ad- ditional dimension in the post-war decades: luxury and glamour. Christian Dior’s ‘New Look’ consisted of a cinched waist and full skirt, and it wouldn’t be long be- fore this style became a favourite among Hollywood’s big screen femme-fatales. The 1960s brought new versions of the little black dress, but no example so immortalised the LBD like the scene in the movie Breakfast at Tiffany’s in which the magical Audrey Hepburn stands, dressed in a Hubert de Givenchy creation, in front of a shop window holding a croissant and a coffee. That image became a global sym- bol of sophistication and yet more confirmation that the LBD is unforgettable, despite being minimalist. The LBD adhered to the trends and silhouettes of the 1970s and ‘80s, only to make a powerful impression once again in the last decade of the 20 th century. It was in 1994 that Princess Diana swept the world off its feet with her “revenge dress”, designed by Christina Stambo- lian, while actress Elizabeth Hurley wore a Versace mi- ni dress to the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral. And that trend continues – with Rihanna having rede- fined maternity wear in autumn 2022 by wearing a sheer Dior babydoll dress. The little black dress has stood the test of time and is here to stay. Every new generation has found its own way to wear this staple, adding modern accessories rang- ing from oversized belts and minimal sandals, to state- ment jewellery and brightly coloured bags. Coco Chanel always emphasised that fashion is fleeting while style is eternal, and that’s precisely why she designed a dress that can be worn with jewellery, hats, gloves and stockings in contrasting colours. She often combined her classic LBD with pearls, either in layers or as a simple necklace, which added luxury to an otherwise minimalist garment. Later, black leather belts, high heels, small purses or gloves became almost mandatory details, as they empha- sised the lines and allowed each woman to add a personal touch. And so it is that the LBD has come a long way over the course of a
Nijedan trenutak nije ovu haljinu učinio besmrtnijom od čarobne Odri Hepbern u kreaciji Ibera de Živanšija No moment so immortalised the LBD like the magical Audrey Hepburn in a Hubert de Givenchy creation
whole century, but it has al- ways remained elegant, con- fident and sophisticat-
ed. What more could you want from a dress?
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