Editor-in-Chief Lisa Tant’s Top 10

November 10, 2008

Editor-in-Chief Lisa Tant’s Top 10
The Season's Best LBDs
Runway Photography by Anthea Simms

If there's absolutely one thing that holds top spot in your wardrobe it's a little black dress. Synonymous with fashion, it gets by with just an acronym - the LBD. Whether yours is a classic shift or embellished frock, you'll love it 24/7 year 'round and will be reaching for it for years to come. Our top picks focus on just how many faces this closet star has for holiday 2008.

Giambattista Valli

A sleek silhouette anchors layers of ruffles on a confectionary frock.

Stella McCartney

Crocheted lace updates the LBD with a cool girl vibe.

Rodarte
Rodarte

The Mulleavy sisters channelled a Japanese horror film mood for this brilliant cobwebby number.

Lanvin
Lanvin

At first glance, it looks like Alber Elbaz fashioned a black garbage bag into this surprisingly chic frock. Up close it's a shimmery paperweight fabric.

Fendi
Fendi

Suede boots give this leafy layered frock a downtown spin.

Christopher Kane

Sheer, fringe, beading and tufted applique - a big menu for a small dress but somehow it works thanks to simple hair, makeup and statement shoes.

Balenciaga

Reportedly, this stunning sculpted shape is on a waiting list of more than 300 anxious fashionettes. Note how the stacked jewels around the model's neck and wrists soften the look's hard edge.

Barbara Bui