BLACK MAGIC

Sure black is safe (and slimming!) but a LBD (little black dress) can look chic and modern too! Check out how these stars have aced the look, and draw inspiration for your own LBD ensemble for the holidays!

Kim K. in a sparkly Alice + Olivia LBD.

Ashlee Simpson showing off her new shorter do with a fun LBD!

Minnie Driver in a black sheath at the 127 Hours premier in Beverly Hills.

SJP in NYC- looking very lady-like in black.

Olivia Wilde in Michael Kors- so chic!

Rock the LBD this winter too! Shop for your own look here:

A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz sateen cowl neck, floor length dress $198.90 at bluefly.com

K Karl Lagerfeld lace-detailed velvet dress only $103.75 at outnet.com

BCBG Max Azria tulle striped dress available at bcbg.com

JB by Julie Brown black sequin trim "Maggie" dress for $126.65 at bluefly.com