Over a week ago we were informed of the sudden death of singer Amy Winehouse, found dead in her London flat on the 23rd of July 2011. Amy had a very personal sense of style, which counted many black dresses.

So we’ve just seen the origins of the little black dress, as well as some of its iconic representatives… but all of that goes back quite a while ! So here is my selection of black dress fashionistas; actresses, models, politicians… The LBD as we see it today ( as we’ve covered quite a few this year I’ve gone back a bit ! )

As a part 2 to the previous article on John Galliano, let’s take a look at the question that’s got the fashion realm begging for an answer since the arrival of the vacancy as artistic director for Dior : who will be next ? Who will embody the Dior essence while providing their own completing touch, with majestic and emotionally rich black dresses ?

Many celebs judiciously opt for a little black number whatever the event. But how many of these LBD adepts go so far so as to dressing their own stars like them? Well Nicole Richie, fan of the all black look, and not just in the LBD domain, shows us how the little black dress is also a perfect fit for little girls.

The sunshine is out, beautiful days ahead of us, and Hollywood stars (and more) are pregnant up to their noses. Indeed, it’s quite a baby boom Spring we’re witnessing among the celeb circle… but also a black boom! The mums-to-be have all found a favourite LBD, understanding perfectly well that, when nothing in the closet can work for your changing body, the little black dress is a timeless flawless option. Flat tum or big bump, we all love our black dress. 

Right so, Roland Garros is finally over, Rafael Nadal has once again beaten Roger Federer, and now features on ever sports and people magazine front page… yes but not only him! The world’s second best tenniswoman Venus Williams knew well how to get herself noticed, but not for her tennis skills ! During her match against spanish

Singer Rihanna is an undeniable fan of the timeless little black dress that she wears everywhere and for all occasions. Black mini dress with a rock edge or a long laid-back slit dress… Day dress or evening dress, the star does not tire of our favourite LBD. 

Once again, we brace ourselves in view of celebrating cinema, in this month of May 2011, to live a new edition of the Cannes Festival.  With, let’s admit, affection, a litle greed and much impatience. But not only for the films… an array of wonderful LBDs will delight our eyes.