Chronicling The Journey Of The Little Black Dress by Shayali C Medium This is a dress designed by Coco Chanel in 1926, popularly known as the Little Black Dress. This iconic dress likely inspired Dior's S S 2017 collection. Megan Lagerberg, 2 2 17. Viela Embellished Sweetheart Neck A Line Mini Dress in Black Oh Polly Chanel created the little black dress and changed fashion for good. It is so important, it's the star of a major exhibition South China Morning Post The first little black dress designed by Coco Chanel ushered in the long reign of a fashion staple. 100 years of the Little Black Dress National Museums Scotland