5 Women Show You How to Wear the Perfect Black Dress in Any City

Everyone loves a classic LBD, but not all slimming black dresses are cut from the same cloth. Something you'd wear in the warm Italian summer is going to differ from a pre-Fall outfit you'd pack for a trip to New York. To help you navigate the stylish waters, we found five women who know how to pick the right machine-washable little black dresses for their city.

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Barcelona, Spain
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Barcelona, Spain

A burnt-orange fedora punctuates this otherwise simple maxi dress. Worn with heels and statement necklaces, it's an ideal mix of high and low.

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Los Angeles
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Los Angeles

Cheeky cutouts along the waistline are ideal for a sunny day in Southern California. Plus this piece is lightweight and cotton, making it super washable and travel friendly.

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Brooklyn, NY
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Brooklyn, NY

This tea-length body-con has major '90s vibes, and pairing it with Adidas Campus sneakers makes it perfect for strolling through the borough.

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Milan
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Milan

A luxe leather jacket layered over a plain black shift dress is an instant head-turner when walking around the revered fashion capital.

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Paris

Paris

Love is in the air in this long-sleeve deep-V-neck with crisscross neckline. When the hair is pulled back into a tight but you can really show off the top.

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