Severe Little Black Dresses for January

Party season is over and it's time for a simple and seriously stylish look. Black tunics, secretary dresses or simple frocks in soft wool are the easiest way to subtle elegance. Look for modern details such as studs, big buttons, pockets and original placed pleating.

These little black dresses are perfect for smart daywear. You can pair them with tight-fitting turtlenecks, wool ribbed tights, ankle boots and big day clutches for an ultra-chic outfit. Also look for a short or mid-length winter coat, preferably in a contrasting texture.

Black wool mix smock dress, £83.40, available at my-wardrobe.com.

Black cotton and wool mix dress, £405.00, available at Browns.

Black cotton belted T-shirt dress with gold stud button fastenings along one shoulder, $225.00, available at net-a-porter.com.

Black cotton dress with short puffed sleeves, $795.00, available at net-a-porter.

Black wool and cashmere frock, Dkr 1079,- (almost $213.00), available at YouHeShe.com.

Charcoal grey wool mix dress with black leather piping, £395.00, available at Browns.

Faded black cashmere knit mini dress adorned with tiny brass studs, €779.00, available at mytheresa.com.