Cop It: 7 LBDs That Are Far From Basic

Every woman has to have her little black dress.

Jennifer Hudson - Jennifer Hudson waves to photographers while pounding the pavement in NYC in this curve-hugging LBD, styled with cap-toe pumps and basic gold hoops.    (Photo: Charles Eshelman/FilmMagic)

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Jennifer Hudson - Jennifer Hudson waves to photographers while pounding the pavement in NYC in this curve-hugging LBD, styled with cap-toe pumps and basic gold hoops.  (Photo: Charles Eshelman/FilmMagic)

Black Mika Sweater Dress - Every gal needs a black fall sheath in her fashion arsenal. The form-fitting silhouette and encrusted Peter Pan collar make this Marc by Marc Jacobs frock a top pick.   (Photo: Marc by Marc Jacobs via stylebop.com)

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Black Mika Sweater Dress - Every gal needs a black fall sheath in her fashion arsenal. The form-fitting silhouette and encrusted Peter Pan collar make this Marc by Marc Jacobs frock a top pick. (Photo: Marc by Marc Jacobs via stylebop.com)

Black Stretch Leather Dress - This classic noir sheath will set you back a pretty penny, but timeless style is worth investing in, right? Wear it with boots or pumps and layer contrasting sleeves underneath.   (Photo: Jitrois via stylebop.com)

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Black Stretch Leather Dress - This classic noir sheath will set you back a pretty penny, but timeless style is worth investing in, right? Wear it with boots or pumps and layer contrasting sleeves underneath.  (Photo: Jitrois via stylebop.com)

Black Belted Combo Dress - Take L’Agence’s LBD from day to night. The blousy top, boasting a plunging V-neck and button-cuff sleeves, will turn heads in the boardroom and at after-hour cocktails.   (Photo: L'Agence via stylebop.com)

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Black Belted Combo Dress - Take L’Agence’s LBD from day to night. The blousy top, boasting a plunging V-neck and button-cuff sleeves, will turn heads in the boardroom and at after-hour cocktails. (Photo: L'Agence via stylebop.com)

Brandy - Brandy slipped into a satin, cap-sleeve mini for the NARM Music Biz awards earlier this year. The singer accessorized her LBD with studded platforms, statement earrings and layered spiral curls.   (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Brandy - Brandy slipped into a satin, cap-sleeve mini for the NARM Music Biz awards earlier this year. The singer accessorized her LBD with studded platforms, statement earrings and layered spiral curls. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Black Feather Dress - Don’t you just want to shimmy in a feather-adorned dress? Break the rules and take this little black dress out for Sunday brunch. Pair it with a chunky cardigan and ballet flats.   (Photo: Topshop via topshop.com)

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Black Feather Dress - Don’t you just want to shimmy in a feather-adorned dress? Break the rules and take this little black dress out for Sunday brunch. Pair it with a chunky cardigan and ballet flats. (Photo: Topshop via topshop.com)

Black Cotton Lace-Crochet Dress - Punctuate this feminine crotchet dress with delicate accessories — anything else would take away from the picturesque design.    (Photo: Colette by Colette Dinnigan via stylebop.com)

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Black Cotton Lace-Crochet Dress - Punctuate this feminine crotchet dress with delicate accessories — anything else would take away from the picturesque design.  (Photo: Colette by Colette Dinnigan via stylebop.com)