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  • Odessa Dress by Ramy Brook - Photo 0

    Ramy Brook

    Odessa Dress

    Original Retail

    $465

  • Octana Dress by Cara Cara New York - Photo 0

    Cara Cara New York

    Octana Dress

    Original Retail

    $595

  • Alba Midi Dress by Cara Cara New York - Photo 0

    Cara Cara New York

    Alba Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Collared Drop Waist Midi Dress by Ronny Kobo x RTR - Photo 0

    Ronny Kobo x RTR

    Collared Drop Waist Midi Dress

    Comparable Value

    $350

  • Candace Dress by Tanya Taylor - Photo 0

    Tanya Taylor

    Candace Dress

    Original Retail

    $545

  • Geometric Dixon Dress by Marie Oliver - Photo 0

    Marie Oliver

    Geometric Dixon Dress

    Original Retail

    $458

  • Maxine Gingham Midi Dress by Milly - Photo 0

    Milly

    Maxine Gingham Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $475

  • Combo Drop Waist Midi Dress by Ronny Kobo x RTR - Photo 0

    Ronny Kobo x RTR

    Combo Drop Waist Midi Dress

    Comparable Value

    $410

  • Finnian Dress by XíRENA - Photo 0

    XíRENA

    Finnian Dress

    Original Retail

    $225

  • Black Haddy Pleated Mini Dress by Milly - Photo 0

    Milly

    Black Haddy Pleated Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $395

  • Camila Front Button Maxi Dress by Marine Layer - Photo 0

    Marine Layer

    Camila Front Button Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $158

  • Black Take Me Away Midi Dress by Sanctuary - Photo 0

    Sanctuary

    Black Take Me Away Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $109

  • Short Sleeve Crochet Cover Up by Jason Wu x RTR - Photo 0

    Jason Wu x RTR

    Short Sleeve Crochet Cover Up

    Comparable Value

    $475

  • The Delta Dress Noir Gingham by Solid & Striped - Photo 0

    Solid & Striped

    The Delta Dress Noir Gingham

    Original Retail

    $268

  • Primrose Dress by Rails - Photo 0

    Rails

    Primrose Dress

    Original Retail

    $268

  • Striped Ruffle Mini Dress by Claudie Pierlot - Photo 0

    Claudie Pierlot

    Striped Ruffle Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $365

  • Zona Dress by DELFI Collective - Photo 0

    DELFI Collective

    Zona Dress

    Original Retail

    $398

  • The Attic Lace Dress by The Great. - Photo 0

    The Great.

    The Attic Lace Dress

    Original Retail

    $295

  • Boat Neck Midi Dress by Polo Ralph Lauren - Photo 0

    Polo Ralph Lauren

    Boat Neck Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $298

  • Black Rye Janie Dress by BEL KAZAN - Photo 0

    BEL KAZAN

    Black Rye Janie Dress

    Original Retail

    $298

  • Rialto Maxi Dress by Rails - Photo 0

    Rails

    Rialto Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $258

  • Ida Dress by Summer Away - Photo 0

    Summer Away

    Ida Dress

    Original Retail

    $150

  • Bridgette Sleeveless Button Down Dress by Alexia Admor - Photo 0

    Alexia Admor

    Bridgette Sleeveless Button Down Dress

    Original Retail

    $199

  • Drop Waist Crochet Midi Dress by Jason Wu x RTR - Photo 0

    Jason Wu x RTR

    Drop Waist Crochet Midi Dress

    Comparable Value

    $575

  • Delta Open Back Midi Dress by Solid & Striped - Photo 0

    Solid & Striped

    Delta Open Back Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $268

  • The Meira Dress Noir by Solid & Striped - Photo 0

    Solid & Striped

    The Meira Dress Noir

    Original Retail

    $268

  • Corinne Maxi Dress by Marine Layer - Photo 0

    Marine Layer

    Corinne Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $108

  • Plunge Lace Midi Cover Up by Ronny Kobo x RTR - Photo 0

    Ronny Kobo x RTR

    Plunge Lace Midi Cover Up

    Comparable Value

    $355

  • Short Sleeved Belted Dress by Co - Photo 0

    Co

    Short Sleeved Belted Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Matilde Dress by Staud - Photo 0

    Staud

    Matilde Dress

    Original Retail

    $395

  • Striped Knit Dress by Jason Wu x RTR - Photo 0

    Jason Wu x RTR

    Striped Knit Dress

    Comparable Value

    $280

  • Georgia Gingham Midi Dress by For Love and Lemons - Photo 0

    For Love and Lemons

    Georgia Gingham Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $279

  • Black Sheer Crochet Dress by Ronny Kobo x RTR - Photo 0

    Ronny Kobo x RTR

    Black Sheer Crochet Dress

    Comparable Value

    $360

  • Striped Sweater Maxi by Club Monaco - Photo 0

    Club Monaco

    Striped Sweater Maxi

    Original Retail

    $298

  • Woodsen Dress by Reformation - Photo 0

    Reformation

    Woodsen Dress

    Original Retail

    $298

  • Ravenala Mini Dress by FARM Rio - Photo 0

    FARM Rio

    Ravenala Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $248

  • Cindy Ring Maxi Dress by bond-eye - Photo 0

    bond-eye

    Cindy Ring Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $190

  • Strapless Drop Waist Dress by Love, Whit by Whitney Port - Photo 0

    Love, Whit by Whitney Port

    Strapless Drop Waist Dress

    Comparable Value

    $400

  • Linen Spaghetti Dress by DONNI. - Photo 0

    DONNI.

    Linen Spaghetti Dress

    Original Retail

    $254

  • Noto Midi Dress by By Malene Birger - Photo 0

    By Malene Birger

    Noto Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $630

  • Tie Shoulder Tiered Dress by Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR - Photo 0

    Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR

    Tie Shoulder Tiered Dress

    Comparable Value

    $405

  • Bow Back Apron Dress by ASTR the Label - Photo 0

    ASTR the Label

    Bow Back Apron Dress

    Original Retail

    $99

  • Polka Dot Short Sleeve Midi Dress by Silk Laundry - Photo 0

    Silk Laundry

    Polka Dot Short Sleeve Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $465

  • Madeline Nap Dress by Hill House Home - Photo 0

    Hill House Home

    Madeline Nap Dress

    Original Retail

    $228

  • Luna Dress by Tanya Taylor - Photo 0

    Tanya Taylor

    Luna Dress

    Original Retail

    $645

  • Alora Midi Dress by Hutch - Photo 0

    Hutch

    Alora Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $286

  • Pleated Midi Dress by Maje - Photo 0

    Maje

    Pleated Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $480

  • Judith Peplum Maxi Dress by Sandro - Photo 0

    Sandro

    Judith Peplum Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $530

  • Detira Dress by BOSS - Photo 0

    BOSS

    Detira Dress

    Original Retail

    $495

  • Cely Mini Dress by Rixo x RTR - Photo 0

    Rixo x RTR

    Cely Mini Dress

    Comparable Value

    $325

  • Midi Shivon Dress by Tanya Taylor - Photo 0

    Tanya Taylor

    Midi Shivon Dress

    Original Retail

    $495

  • Pom Pom Floral Lawn Dress by kate spade new york - Photo 0

    kate spade new york

    Pom Pom Floral Lawn Dress

    Original Retail

    $378

  • Danae Print Sleeveless Dress by Sea New York - Photo 0

    Sea New York

    Danae Print Sleeveless Dress

    Original Retail

    $325

  • Valentina Dress by Proenza Schouler White Label - Photo 0

    Proenza Schouler White Label

    Valentina Dress

    Original Retail

    $495

  • Nema Wrap Midi Dress by Staud - Photo 0

    Staud

    Nema Wrap Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $425

  • Philo Dress by Rachel Comey - Photo 0

    Rachel Comey

    Philo Dress

    Original Retail

    $850

  • Logan Dress by Tanya Taylor - Photo 0

    Tanya Taylor

    Logan Dress

    Original Retail

    $465

  • Floral Jersey Dress by Rabanne - Photo 0

    Rabanne

    Floral Jersey Dress

    Original Retail

    $890

  • Sirinda Dress by Ronny Kobo - Photo 0

    Ronny Kobo

    Sirinda Dress

    Original Retail

    $648

  • Peplum Combo Dress by La Ligne - Photo 0

    La Ligne

    Peplum Combo Dress

    Original Retail

    $450

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Black Dresses

The black dress is a wardrobe icon, seamlessly transitioning from day to night, season to season and casual to couture. A versatile yet classic number, the little black dress has made statements for decades, offering women a touch of class, timelessness and gusto in their aesthetic.

When choosing the perfect dress for your next event, consider the detailing and how you'll style it.

Dress Detailing

In terms of silhouette, go A-line for everyday movement, bodycon for allure or slip for understated cocktail dress elegance. Fabric sets the tone: a black satin gala dress speaks to luxury, whereas a jersey suggests comfort. If you're leaning into black for a wedding guest dress, opt for sequin or rhinestone detailing for extra glamor.

Styling

Pair a structured midi dress with a blazer and loafers for a power move at work. Swap the blazer for a leather jacket, step into strappy heels and you’re ready for Friday night. Layer a maxi dress with a chunky knit for Sunday brunch or a tailored trench for minimalist chic. As for accessories, your choice of gold hoop earrings, bold red lips or a breezy updo will do the talking.

And while no two black dresses are the same, no black dress should be worn to separate events. Access designer black dresses for any event with Rent the Runway and keep your LBD look fresh, month after month.

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