The Evolution of the Little Black Dress Nancy's Notions The Secret History of the Little Black Dress by Amanda Brugh Medium Maureen Baker obituary Fashion The Guardian The little black dress (LBD) was popularizedand effectively invented as a modern fashion stapleby French designer Coco Chanel in 1926. At a time when black was largely associated with mourning, Fall in Love Satin Mini Dress Black Black Xs The Colorful History of the Little Black Dress The New York Times