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Happy St. Patrick’s day!  I hope you’re wearing your green, but today we’re going to talk about black.Popularly known as the “little black dress” or LBD, the basic black dress is supposed to be just that: basic.  This is for two reasons.  Number one is that a basic black dress (as opposed to one with patterns or other colors) will go with any shoe, any bag, etc.  It’s meant to be a dress you can wear over and over again, and a dress that won’t go out of style.  Read: this is a fantastic item to buy at a thrift or vintage store.  Reason number two is that if you get a basic dress (as opposed to one that has an overly dressy or casual feel) you’ll be able to wear it for most occasions.  To make it appropriate for a coctail party, wear it with some diamonds and stilettos.  To make it appropriate for a dinner with friends, omit jewlry and wear it with flats.  The LBD is simple, elegant, and beautiful.  You’ll want to choose one that accentuates your body type and personal preferences.  Will you want a dress in a material that stretches or something more structured?  What kind of sleeves will you look for?  Just above or below the knees?  About.com has some great tips on selecting a style for your LBD.   Once you’re armed with the info on what you should be looking for in an LBD, visit some thrift, vintage and discount shops.  I can almost guarentee you’ll find something.  Keep in mind, though, things that can be changed like sleeves and hemlines that are too long.  As always, check, check and check again for quality of the seams, condition of the fabric, and strength of the zippers, button or ties.  The LBD must be well made and in excellent shape above all.  Good luck! 

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