Autumn is officially upon us, but that doesn’t mean you’re going to stop going out, and few wardrobe staples transition from summer all the way through to winter as well as the classic LBD. Women around the world have coveted their little black dresses ever since Coco Chanel’s LBD sketch first appeared in a 1926 issue of Vogue, according to an article published by Voucherbox. You can wear your LBD regardless of season or reason, and with so many festive parties approaching we’re sure you’ll be wearing it quite a lot.

To help you out, we thought we’d share a few simple ways you can wear your LBD this winter to stay stylish and snug no matter what the occasion.

Trendy Tights

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The days of tanning have finally come to an end, which means it is time to get all of your tights out and see which ones go best with your LBD. Sheer tights are always a classy choice, but there’s no reason you can’t wear some patterned pairs or thick, woollen hosiery if it’s particularly chilly. As your dress is black, you can even experiment with different colours to breathe a little bit of fresh air into a timeless outfit,

Bold Boots

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Whether you choose to wear tights or not, this is definitely the time of year to start wear boots. After all, nothing is worse than having cold feet! From ankle boots to thigh highs, boots will always look brilliant with your LBD, plus you don’t necessarily have to stick to black or brown shades. Like tights, you can get away with almost any colour of boots when wearing your black dress.

Snug Scarves

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Of all the accessories that will inject colour into your ensemble though, scarves are the best. Animal prints, Moroccan geometrical styles, furs, solid pigments, Indian pashminas and silky neck pieces are just some of the options you can get your hands on when it comes to pairing a scarf with your LBD this winter. You can also choose how you want to wear the scarf as well to add even more personality to your outfit.

Glamorous Gloves

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If you’re attending anything particularly fancy this winter, you may want to try wearing long black gloves with your LBD à la Audrey Hepburn or a pair of lacey gloves. You’ll instantly transform an average LBD into a show-stopping, classy gown that is sure to have everyone wondering where you got your style.

Brazen Blazers

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Last but certainly not least; you’ve got to have a jacket that will keep you warm and chic. This season, cropped blazers in a variety of hues are in fashion and are bound to go well with your LBD. Do bear in mind though that your style, shape and sensibilities do have to be taken into account when choosing the colour and cut of your jacket. For an elegant look, try to choose a neutral colour but if you want to be intriguing go for a bright colour that suits your complexion.

There you have it, five fabulous ways you can transform your summer number into an autumnal outfit with a twist.