The 5 Best Trends to Try If You Like Non-Boring LBDs
As Karl Lagerfeld famously said, "one is never overdressed or underdressed with a little black dress." An LBD is a true wardrobe workhorse and can be styled in a million different ways. While it's definitely classic, it absolutely doesn't have to be boring. If you're looking to add a little bit of spice (in the TikTok voice), you've come to the right place.
Below, I've rounded up my five favorite trends that offer different ways to jazz up the classic LBD. With the right details, fabrics, embellishments, and designs, little black dresses can be downright exciting. Keep reading to shop a fashion editor's favorite trendy black dresses.
1. Cutouts
Blake Lively recently wore a similar dress, and now I have to have it.
This keyhole cutout dress reminds me of an iconic '90s Jennifer Aniston look.
2. Strappy Open Back
3. Embellished Straps
This H&M dress looks considerably more expensive than it really is.
4. String Halters
5. Crochet and Mesh
Yep, sheer dresses are still hugely popular.
Next, the 2022 swimsuit trends celebs are already wearing.
Erin got her start as a Who What Wear intern over 12 years ago—back when the site only published a single story per day. (Who What Wear has since increased that number twentyfold.) She graduated magna cum laude from USC, which is how she ended up moving to Los Angeles from her hometown of San Diego. In college, she also interned at Refinery29, where she was promoted to editorial assistant and then assistant editor. After nearly three years at R29, she came back to WWW in 2016, where she currently holds the title of senior news editor (as well as the unofficial title of resident royal expert—in case you haven't noticed her numerous Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton stories). She spends her days trying to incorporate her idols, Anna Wintour and Roger Federer, into as many stories as possible. Outside of work, she loves tennis, classic rock, traveling, and smothering her dog with affection.
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