How to Style the trendy Black Cocktail Dress

How to Style the trendy Black Cocktail Dress

When talking about a black cocktail dress, it is inevitable not to go to the iconic representation that was given thanks to Coco Chanel, the Little Black Dress, this garment is a must!

On recent catwalks, different designers confirmed that the LBD is a must-have every season. Firms like Carolina Herrera, presented proposals where you could see ruffles, puffed sleeves, Michael Kors leaned towards the brightness of the sequins, but both with the aim of giving a touch to highlight the black cocktail dress.

 Cher Dress

 

Nicola Peltz Beckham gave us an example of how to wear the black cocktail dress today, without any flaws. The model wore an above-the-knee garment with a leg slit, v-neckline, paired with stilettos.

 

 

Another celebrity who knows how to take advantage of this garment is Hailey Rhode Bieber, who has opted for different styles of black cocktail dress, cut out, shiny sartorial, mini and sophisticated.

It is not strange to repeat this surname in the list of those who best wear the black dress, but this garment is one of Victoria Beckham's favorites, from her 90s looks with her tight mini dresses, to the most elegant pieces she has worn on the red carpet. 

 

 

Zendaya has also shown us how to choose the black cocktail dress as a garment to shine in premieres or events. The actress dares to different styles, from elegant and minimalist, to ruffles, asymmetrical, etc. 

All-terrain and flattering, the black cocktail dress is a key piece in our closet, you can find it in different silhouettes, so it facilitates our search.


On-trend Black Cocktail Dress 

Reviewing the rules of etiquette, a cocktail dress is one that is worn when attending an event that starts after 5 pm, casual and comfortable, unlike a formal event this is more common in outdoor celebrations. Meet some trendy black cocktail dress designs.


  • An evening with friends, go for a midi dress with ruffles or puffed sleeves, this gives a romantic touch and personality, it is also a success in its mini version.
  • In a birthday gathering, dresses with jewel detail, go for this type of garment, with sartorial style and high-heeled sandals, will make you look like the chic queen of the night.
  • If you are thinking of a party look, the black cocktail dress type lingerie, will be your ally. You can add a leather jacket to give it the glam rock.
  • To attend a concert, consider a loose midi dress, add some cowboy boots, and you will look like a style maven.

The details such as bangs, feathers and jewels are present in the proposals of the designers, the balloon type is also repeated as well as sequins.

 

Lively Petals Dress

 

Items that you can add in your look with the black cocktail dress, to give it a more casual or elegant look: 

  • Oversize denim jacket, with ankle boots or sneakers.
  • Add a belt with high boots, plus a blazer, and you have your outfit for the office.
  • Combat boots and a cross body.
  • The luxurious touch can be obtained by adding a synthetic mink coat, wear it with high-heeled sandals and sunglasses.
  • Long gloves, the answer will be pure sophistication, consider them to add a stylish touch to your look.
  • Add jewelry such as pearls for something more formal or earrings with personality for a low-key event.

The spectacular thing about this type of garment as we always tell you is that they are so versatile that we can create different outfits. Find a black cocktail dress of your style, and you will always have a successful option for your events. 


Get the look with the Black Cocktail Dress 

Find options for the black cocktail dress and how to style them in our collection. A black cocktail dress for a Caribbean evening is Venus Dress by Concepción Miranda, this garment will be a great ally for events in tropical locations,  v-neckline and puff sleeves, you can stylize it in many ways. Wear it with flat sandals or platforms.

 

VENUS DRESS

 

The catwalks confirmed that these designs are booming, sleeves, ruffles, asymmetrical and cut out. 

If you are looking for a dress that you can wear to an evening with friends, or even an outdoor wedding, Thar Black dress by Morena del Rey, Victorian cut, puffed sleeves, with bow detail. Create a look with pop of color, combine shoes and bag in the same vibrant shade. 

Lisboa Dress - Black from Anana Store Colombia, this garment with a more formal touch, one shoulder, long, with cut out detail and leg slit, is an excellent choice when leaning towards a classic dress. Pair with maxi earrings and high-heeled sandals.

 

You are trying to give a rejuvenating touch to your look, wear a black lingerie cocktail dress, which will crown this outfit will be Iria de Peyola, this set goes great, now if what you want is to stylize your legs, go for a mini balloon dress. Add a leather jacket. 

The following heeled sandals also from Peyola, Danet, combined with a black cocktail dress pencil style, midi, velvet in conjunction with its design, will give a romantic touch, you will look sophisticated and elegant.

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By Katia García

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