The radical power of the little black dress 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, Chanel introduced Coco Chanel Little Black Dress Authentic Original Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Collection Ete (Vial Sample) L'eau Brume De Parfum Spray (Women) Luxury Perfume Malaysia Black Beaded Plunging Red Custom made Ruffled Tulle Trumpet Prom Dress Black and Red Sparkly Floral Lace Prom Ball Gown Off the Shoulder Quin Viniodress House of Chanel Dress French The Metropolitan Museum of Art