Black dresses are a vital piece of a capsule wardrobe.

The beauty of an LBD is in its simplicity. Black dresses take very little thought or effort, but always look sophisticated.

Whether pared back and worn with simple jewellery, worn under a blazer or with a statement shoe, there’s so many ways to wear black dresses to suit your style.

Fortunately, they’re also affordable if you know where to look. From Arket, to Whistles, there are so many good LBDs available now.

Here are 11 of the best under £50, including denim, pinafore, puff sleeve and tuxedo dresses for you to choose from.

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Puff Sleeve Dress, £10, H&M buy now

Printed Dress, £32, ASOS buy now

Tuxedo Dress, £45, Arket buy now

Twisted Dress, £49, Other Stories buy now

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Long-Sleeved Dress, £15, H&M buy now

Strappy Dress, £39, French Connection buy now

Twisted Dress, £49, Whistles buy now

Jumper dress, £31.99, Topshop buy now

Statement Collar Dress, £35, Monki buy now

Pinafore Dress, £19.99, Mango buy now

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Denim Dress, £20, Topshop buy now

How to wear

Black dresses are so easy to style.

Layer a blazer or sweater over the top, add statement accessories or shoes, or keep things simple with delicate gold jewellery.

These influencers show us how it’s done.

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