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Close You and Me Forever Dress in Black $59.99
You have a special spot in your closet for elegant pieces you wait for an occasion to wear, but when it comes time to get dolled up for day-to-day, you can't help but reach for this tried-and-true piece! Clothe yourself in this bold, black Jack by BB Dakota dress - found exclusively at ModCloth - to tackle a look that's easy, eye-catching, and never grows old. Innovative in its snap-down front and fluttering butterfly sleeves, yet with a timeless touch of a glittering gold belt, this dress will quickly become your most-worn and most-loved wardrobe piece with long, layered necklaces and strappy wedge sandals! Want more ideas on how to style this stunning piece? Check out our blog for an assortment of adorable options!
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Close Like You a Lattice Dress in Black $39.99
Slipping on this onyx-hued bodycon dress, youre inspired to confess your admiration to the one you love. Confidently, you tie the chiffon closure in a perfect bow, smoothing the sheer high-neck lace collar, admiring how the lace graces your shoulders like vines on a garden gate. Composed of soft, form-fitting knit fabric, this sweetheart neckline, open-back dress pairs perfectly with opaque black tights, patent pumps, and heirloom-inspired jewelry for a look that will inspire admiration in all who see you.
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Close Evening Reservations Dress $52.99
The dim lighting and sultry jazz of your favorite bistro perfectly suits such a romantic occasion as tonight's dinner date. You, too, are bringing your A game by modeling this magnificent LBD boasting a gathered sweetheart bodice, banded waist festooned with a peachy bow, and an elegant sheath shape. Sporting this back-zipped number with seamed stockings, suede platform pumps, and a sequined shrug, you greet your sweetheart with such a stunning smile and flawless fashion that your love is at a loss for words. Looks like this night will be one for the books!
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Close Sleek It Out Dress $47.99
If youve been searching for a dress to make a dramatic statement in your wardrobe, then wait until you see this sheath! Its simple, sophisticated cut will catch the eye of fellow fashionistas, especially after it's adorned with a glamorous necklace, cuff bracelets, and a thin metallic belt. With its square neckline and tailored fit, this woven wonder will dazzle from the office to the opera and everywhere in between. No matter how you look at it, this dress is a sight to behold!
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Close Taupe Dance Routine Dress $54.99
Shuffle-ball-change into this darling knit dress, and youll be dancing for joy! Its striped, taupe accents and bitty bow details make this cap-sleeved black frock the perfect pick for stepping onstage or strutting down the sidewalk. Pair its pleats and open back with demure silver studs, a pink hair bow, cobalt tights, and your favorite tap - or tap-inspired - shoes. Your adorable outfit deserves an encore!
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Close Naturally Sweet Songstress Dress $59.99
When you were a child, your mother overheard your smooth, melodic humming one day and encouraged you to construct tunes of your own. Today, as you sit on stage with your acoustic guitar propped upon the colorfully embroidered roses of this little black dress, your girlish innocence comes through in your beautiful songs. With a casual peasant cut and a playful air, this lovely dress looks naturally beautiful along with the sienna-hued sandals and straw hat you wear!
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Close So Noir, So Good Dress $99.99 $49.99
This item was picked by you in our Be the Buyer Program and will be sold exclusively online at ModCloth! Channel your inner enchantress by modeling this captivating dress by BB Dakota at your next evening out. With a black lace overlay and body-hugging fit, this piece exudes mesmerizing mystique, from the sheer shoulders, to the satin waist band, to the fitted skirt. Slip this long-sleeved, back-zipped number on with seamed stockings, crimson pumps, and a flower hair pin secured in your coiffure, for a look that will stun all onlookers with its sizzling style.
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Close Wine and Diamond Dress $42.99
Wine tasting with your friends at a local wine bar, you lean over to sniff the bouquet of a bold glass of Merlot and overhear an onlooker commenting on the gorgeously geometric design on your dress. This strapless frock, made for a flexible, flattering fit and featuring bold, latte-hued diamonds against a black background, looks lovely when paired with your seamed stockings and tall, patent T-straps.
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Close Sunset Boulevard Bash Dress $44.99
Warm California nights mean hitting the streets for a night of dining, music, and dancing on the Sunset Strip. Stand out in a slew of celebrities with this black sheath. With its mesh panels, V-shaped straps, and bandage style, this dazzling dress exudes cutting-edge cool. Flaunt your dress alongside a sleek metallic cuff, platform wedges, and a leopard-print jacket, and head out to your favorite Hollywood hot spot!
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Close Work the Right Angle Dress $49.99
Tomorrow is the day of your big pitch to a new client. Youve learned your potential partners inside-out to develop just the right strategy for success. Now all you need is a prepared look that will keep you focused in front of a crowd, and this business-savvy black dress is just the thing. The tailored neckline boasts a built-in bolero-like cut and offers an air of authority. Flexible fabric and the clean design give you a comfortable fit and a modest hem helps you feel confident. Pair with polished pumps, textured tights, and an accent scarf, and youll be destined to impress.
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Close Work Wonders Dress $62.99
Youre a professional at putting together glam garb, especially when it comes to adorable office outfits. Employ this chic black shift, and youll be looking smart from boardroom to business lunch. With its slightly puffed cap sleeves, khaki underskirt, and detachable chestnut belt, this simple frock suits a gal looking to look sophisticated - not stuffy. Paired with blue pumps, demure earrings, and a structured shoulder bag to carry your accoutrements, this dress will be the star of your style schedule!
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Close Posy for Pictures Dress $47.99 $33.99
A sunny day and an even brighter garden party is a perfect fit for this dress. With its asymmetrical sleeves, thin braided belt, and ruffled neckline, it adds a bit of floral flair to any event. In times to come, your gladiator sandals, golden bangles, and trilby hat will be remembered with fondness as you look over photographs of you in this stunning dress!
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Close Fontana di Trevi Dress $63.99
Everywhere you go, every piazza you strut through, every trattoria you pass before, heads whip in your direction. And why not? You look stunning enough to stop traffic in this glamorous black number - even if it is just bicycles and scooters zooming past. Featuring a bombshell-worthy silhouette, cuffed cap sleeves, decorative button detailing down the left side, and a bold jutting collar, this daring dress leaves you looking like passion incarnate. The addition of siren red strappy heels and a floppy wide-brimmed hat only cranks up your fabulousness. Once you finally arrive at the breathtaking fountain, you take a deep breath, toss three coins over your left shoulder, and realize that you truly are living la dolce vita.
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Close Raise the Curtain Dress $49.99
Only a velvety red curtain stands between you and your onstage debut. Your practiced lyrics race through your mind as you smooth the skirt of your short-sleeved black shift. With its scalloped sleeves and open back, this feminine frock is the perfect pick for an up-and-coming songstress such as yourself. The stagehand gives you a nod and draws the heavy curtain overhead. As the spotlight illuminates your blue heels, patterned tights, and charming headband, the audience erupts in applause. Confident and cool, you take the microphone and start your performance in style!
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Close Jazz Standards Dress in Plus Size $42.99
Take center stage at the local jazz club sheathed in this classic LBD! Its fitted form and chic cap sleeves look stunning under the spotlights. Simple and sophisticated, this dress is the perfect look for a cool crooner like you. Turn up the volume on your outfit by pairing this piece with statement earrings, glittering pumps, and a simple bracelet. Your heart will be singing over this snazzy shift!
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Close Panel Moderator Dress in Black $52.99
Meeting your role model is exciting, but interviewing her in front of hundreds of people at a conference will be even more amazing! When that wonderful day arrives, you appear calm and collected onstage in this sophisticated black dress. Its on-trend peplum cut and bow at the waistline turn a simple, figure-flattering dress into a commanding fashion presence. Pair it with suede platform heels and a dainty golden necklace, and moderate your panel with pride!
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Close Ray Cool Dress in Black and White $154.99 $107.99
Get your wardrobe in line with your radiant personality by sporting this ultra-cool dress from Skunkfunk! Basque-based designer Skunkfunk uses ethically sound fabrics, manufacturing, and distributing processes to make vibrant designs like this wrap-style dress. Rays of black piping race across the lightweight, black- and white-printed fabric - ever so subtly punctuated with bursts of brick and cherry - giving it a distinct, futuristic feel. Alongside a minimalist bangle, angular heels, and a sleek clutch, this dress is sure to cheer up your day!
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Close Alluring Evening Dress $49.99 $24.99
Invitations from cherished friends sparked your desire to go out this evening, but the chance to debut this bow-accented shift dress made the opportunity truly unmissable. With the velvety feel of its ever-so-slightly flocked fabric and its simple shape and shade, this sleeveless frock is as tempting to wear as it is exquisite to admire. Wear it with indigo pumps, shimmering sheers, and a beaded bib necklace, and youll create an outfit youll be eager to wear over and over again!
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Close Journey Through Momentos Dress in Slate $72.99
A simple walk through your home is an adventure through travels past, and your ensemble is no exception to that journey. This slate-grey dress by Mata Traders boasts chrysanthemum-inspired emblems of sandy brown that each hold memories. By transforming fashion into action, Mata Traders strives to fight poverty with employment - and empowerment - of craftswomen in India and Nepal. This feminist-minded brand specializes in fair trade and handmade products that are both beautiful and ethical. As you run your fingers along the outlines of the souvenirs decorating your mantel, the wood-buttoned epaulets of this front- and back-shirred frock stand out as relics of your favorite trips. With mahogany-hued sandals, handmade jewelry, and a wide headband, your look alone is a magnificent odyssey.
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Close Greyscale Graphics Dress $44.99
Theres the fact-checker, the fraud-detector, and then theres you - the photo-collector for the newspaper! Add some creative color to your daily grind by donning this greyscale sheath dress to work today! A crisp, white collar shows youre reliable, while a charcoal back that forms into front panels adds a sophisticated excitement to this black frock. Grey tights, Oxford flats, and a pair of black-rimmed glasses help this shift make you the picture of poshness in your publications office!