Check out these ways to wear the always-chic color combo.

• Don’t tell me you’ve never seen those cows at the circus or the giraffes on the jungle gym! Well then, the Zebra on the Zip Line Strapless Dress is sure to show you a thing or two! With a padded strapless bodice and a scattering of stripes over bust and waist, this snazzy dress is sure to add some pizazz to your wardrobe! Darts and pleats add style and shape for acrobatic appeal.
• Give a nod to that stylish mouse in the Minnie Mouse Mambo Polka Dot Dress. This darling ivory dress is dotted with retro black polka dots from collar to slightly rounded hem, with a retro ascot-like neckline and elasticized puff sleeves for a little extra flair. Wear over a colorful tank and jeans, or pair with a black bandeau and cut-offs!
• Like your favorite airy treat, the Pillow Mint Strapless Ivory Dress is a sweet confection that will just melt in your mouth! Luxurious ivory fabric flows elegantly from lightly padded bodice to classic tulip skirt in a satiny embrace, while three lines of black piping run along left side of dress for a tailored finale. Delectable darts at front and back create the perfect silhouette, and removable black belt cinches for shape.
• If you want sassy and chic, then look no further; the Korina Black and White Striped Purse is here for your every fashion whim! A black and white striped canvas exterior is accented by a vegan leather fold-over flap in rich tan, with matching tan strips down sides and across bottom. Push in black metal lock to reveal a black-lined interior with three compartments.
• It’s going to be hard to put down your binoculars this year, with thousands of snow geese and the Back to Birdwatching Black and White Top to keep you interested for hours! This satiny short sleeve top has a flurry of black bird silhouettes atop an ivory background.

Some fashionistas just love attention, and you’re sure to get it wearing black and white!

Dear Fashionistas:

You can NEVER go wrong with a black dress, we all know that. But what happens with the “Little Black Dress” goes out on the town? Are you ready for the style adventure ahead?

Let’s get down to business. So the little black dress; everyone has one, and if you don’t, go out and get one now!

There are a number of styles to choose from when it comes to the little black dress: wrap, tank, A-line, sheath. I suggest finding the most basic one then you can add your own “fashion spin” on the dress.

If you are a last-minute fashionista, you want to be able to just through on your pumps, grab your colored clutch and get out the door. Simple, chic, and ridiculously easy, this is the little black dress working its’ hardest.If you love to accessorize then this look is for you. Again, find the simplest little black dress you can and then go wild with the accessories.

A chic embroided dress offers a silk dress with wide neck. Gathered elastic banding and self-belt tie at waist. Slant pockets at hip. Circle embroidery and cutouts at hem. Short dolman sleeves.

What do you think makes an uptown-chic look rock? It isn’t just the black dress, but the whole package! A shiny satin black dress is easy enough to make it go whichever way you want. A funky clutch plus an up-to-the-minute trendy nude colored shoes paired with a sassy updo can make your dress look less dressy and totally CHIC! If you plan to go dressy, add pearls and a classic clutch with black pumps.

Jersey halter dress with crossover V neck and drawstring at top hem. Gathered elastic banding at empire waist. Spaghetti straps tie behind neck. Lined at bodice.

Knit dress with knot and gathering detail at wide neck. Vertical banding and inverted pleats at front. Rounded pockets at fitted hem. 7″ jersey cuffs at 3/4 dolman sleeves. Jersey lining.

Jersey dress with ruching, U-ring, and pleating at bust. Unfinished edge at bottom hem. Strapless. Lined at bodice.

Slinky jersey dress with draping at crossover V back. Ruching and crossover detail at shoulders. Long sleeves.

Strapless dress in a textured cotton weave. Bow detail at bust and pleating at front. Light boning at sides. On-seam hip pockets and hidden back zip. Lined.

Silk dress with cascading chiffon ruffles at V neck and front. Hidden zipper at side and 8″ slit at back.

Whatever your style selection, make sure its a look that will rock and reveal a fabulous fashionista shining through a simple little black dress!

Until the next style adventure,
Monica the Urbanista