Gwyneth Paltrow Shows Us the LBD Our Wardrobe's Missing

Updated on 9/7/2014 at 10:30 AM

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Sure, we all have our go-to LBDs. But there's a difference between our standard, streamlined minidresses and those that have intricate, eye-catching details. Leave it to Gwyneth Paltrow to show us that difference — and to send us shopping for a frock just like it. What we love so much about this dress, which is from Issa's Resort 2015 collection, is that it totally speaks to the star's personality. With frilly ruffled sleeves and a midriff cutout, the design is sweet, flirty, and a little bit sexy — all at the same time. Now that's the kind of game we like to play when it comes to dressing up.

Gwyneth paired her Issa number with Bionda Castana strappy pumps, a Jennifer Fisher Peak cuff, a Bettina Javaheri ring, and a few extra delicate jewels. But the focal point of her all-black look is clear — the crisscross detail of her design speaks volumes — which is why it’s a trend with such staying power. On that note, scroll down to find the new LBD your closet’s calling for.