We can thank fashion designer Coco Chanel, who popularised the little black dress (LBD) in the 1920s, for such a simple design that can suit any shape or size.

The idea was that black was a neutral colour that would suit anyone and it would be versatile and affordable for everyone.

No women's wardrobe is thought to be complete without the staple black dress that can be dressed up or down depending on when it's worn.

The iconic black dresses are plain and simple to fit in with the idea that they well always be fashionable and not appear dated.

The great thing is that you can buy a plain and simple black dress and also keep up with the changing trends buy buying black backless dresses, maxi styles, long, vintage or whatever the current trend.

It's great for those of us that are a little reserved at wearing bright bold colours. You can add subtle touches to your staple black dress with belts, shoes and accessories to keep up with the "in colour" of the season without feeling self conscious ... not everyone can pull of a pink dress or other bold colours of the season.

Black is also a colour that will match well with any other colour. So you keep up with the seasons colour trends if you buy a dress with black and touches of another colour.

And it can be worn as business wear to casual wear to more glamorous evening wear, it really is a dress for all occasions. Article Directory: http://www.articlecube.com Buy backless dresses as well as many more brands and styles at our discount dresses website.