simple black dress Satin Short Prom Dress, Homecoming US 2 / Black Velvet Fabric Color How to style a little

Givenchy had created her most recognisable outfit of all time, the little black dress, for her Oscar-winning role as Holly Golightly that became a defining piece of fashion history

V-Neck Dress, 89.95, Massimo Dutti: This fuss-free dress will fit in seamlessly with any color scheme or accessory you already have in mind, but our top tip is a pair of freshwater pearl drop earrings to set off the sheen of its fabric

When a service calls for a bit more drama and elegance, a tiered black maxi dress with sheer bell sleeves is a stunning choice

For one thing, layering with a jacket or cardigan can make it less revealing