LBD

Classic evening wear

LBD stands for little black dress—a simple, versatile black dress considered a staple of women's wardrobes.

The concept, often attributed to Coco Chanel, holds that every woman should own one elegant black dress suitable for various occasions: I'm wearing my LBD to the cocktail party.

The abbreviation appears mainly in fashion contexts and casual conversation.

dress

evening wear

Dressy clothes for galas

tailored · hemline · neckline · silhouette · Audrey Hepburn · Coco Chanel · classic · timeless · elegant · versatile

style

chic

Tasteful, current flair

glamorous · iconic · feminine · understated · polished · graceful · tasteful · alluring · classic · monochrome

medical

dementia

Chronic cognitive impairment

hallucinations · movement disorder · diagnosis · progressive · brain disease · tremor · memory loss · caregiving

occasions

cocktail party

Drinks-focused social gathering

wedding guest · date night · reception · theater · office party · anniversary · celebration · networking event · awards ceremony

Categories
Opposites
formality/occasion

LBDsweatpants

Casual athletic trousers

pajamas · loungewear · yoga pants · athleisure · house dress

color/aesthetic

LBDwhite dress

Pale-hued women's garment

wedding dress · bridal gown · tie-dye · red dress

garment type/silhouette

LBDball gown

Formal full-length dress

muumuu · floor-length gown · parka · snowsuit · hazmat suit

Family

little, black, dress, littler, littlest, blacken, blackened, blackening, blacks

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G