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Little Black Dresses

It's the one staple in every woman's closet – and Renée Zellweger is no exception. Just in time for holiday parties, see how she and other stars are wearing the latest looks of this fashion standard
By People Staff Updated October 31, 2006 06:00 PM
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THE SCOOP BACK

THE SCOOP BACK
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Renée Zellweger, in L’Wren Scott, puts the focus on her toned upper body in a low-back, spaghetti-strap dress with simple accessories.

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THE BEADED PARTY DRESS

THE BEADED PARTY DRESS
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What says “celebration” more than a little bit of sparkle? Jada Pinkett Smith looks ready to twirl the night away in her beaded Prada frock.

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THE LACE OVERLAY

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Bringing a sweet innocence to the LBD, Ashlee Simpson gets into the swing in this J. Lindeberg black-lace-over-white trapeze dress.

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THE BELTED SHEATH

THE BELTED SHEATH
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Jennifer Connelly cuts a striking figure in her cinched Gucci sheath, which is kept day-to-night appropriate by short sleeves.

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THE ONE SHOULDER

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Like a modern-day goddess, Jessica Biel gives the LBD the cold shoulder in her draped Miss Davenporte frock at an L.A. premiere.

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THE CLASSIC

THE CLASSIC
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Known for her clean, minimal style, Jennifer Aniston puts her own spin on the strapless sheath in this sparkling Armani at a premiere in Sydney.

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THE COVER-UP

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Forget a conservative wrap – Rachel Bilson gives some edge to her sweet chiffon Dolce & Gabbana dress with her tough but trendy cropped leather jacket at a screening in New York.

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THE MINI

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If you’ve got it, flaunt it! Mischa Barton gets the max out of her shimmering Bebe mini at the Teen Choice Awards in L.A.

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THE NEW VOLUME

THE NEW VOLUME
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The Last Kiss star Jacinda Barrett goes for one of fall’s hottest trends in this billowing, tiered Alberta Ferretti frock at the Toronto Film Festival.

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THE SEQUINED SHIFT

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Diane Kruger (in Chloe) shows how to make long sleeves sexy – with a healthy dose of sequins and a high hemline at a fashion event in New York.

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    1 of 10 THE SCOOP BACK
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