Chambray and the LBD

Dress: Forever 21, Shirt: Aeropostale, Shoes: Shoe Dazzle, Bag: Haute Look, Necklace: J. Crew Factory, Cape: Von Maur (don't know the brand)

Occasionally, you find a rule that is just begging to be broken. Like wearing white after Labor Day or not waiting thirty minutes to jump into the pool after eating. I'm not a huge fan of the "all women need this in their wardrobe!". Don't tell me what I need. However, I do honestly believe every woman should own a little black dress that works for her. Literally or figuratively. This black dress could have fringe, it could be a maxi dress, or it could just be a simple frock for every day. It should fit into your lifestyle. No LBD is the same or means the same thing to every woman. 

This LBD (I have a few) is one of my favorites. I bought it at Forever 21 years ago (sparingly you will find Forever 21 items actually last forever) and it has seen many things. I have visited a newborn baby, gone to funerals, partied hard, and worked in this dress. The simplicity of it is genius. The shape is classic and does not need putting away for a certain season. There are infinite possibilities when creating an outfit with your most beloved LBD. And some of those possibilities involve making a chambray button down actually work for work.