The little black dress – whether you see it as a fashion perennial or a sartorial way to make a stand with the Time’s Up movement, there is no denying the power of wearing one. For F/W ’18, the classic LBDs make way for something a little more statement in the cuts, finishes and style (cue Saint Laurent‘s ’80s-glam LBDs for reference). Here, we curate some of our favourite buys from the new season.
The Victorian influence on the high collar gives this frock the right amount of flair.
Delicate lace and plush velvet are combined together in this folksy-meets-darkly romantic number.
The traditional wrap dress gets imagined as a jacket-meets-pleated skirt hybrid.
Look sharp in this tuxedo-inspired ensemble which comes with coattails to give you some swish when you walk.
This dress is giving us a major flashback to that iconic black dress with safety pins that Liz Hurley made famous.
The embellished cuffs and collar give this otherwise gamine dress a glamorous turn.
Turn an ordinary black frock into something more fashionable in full black leather.
Boudoir chic meets sportswear – this lace-trimmed dress comes with a Gucci jacquard stripe.
This sculptural design by Melbourne designer Toni Maticevski oozes the right amount of drama and sex appeal.
The couture silhouette on this dress makes it the perfect statement LBD.
The necktie detail turns up the dial for this minimalist number.
Opt for a mermaid silhouette like this for an elegant evening ensemble.
Channel ironic ’80s mom chic with this frock by Polish designer Magda Butrym.