In addition to wearing her actress cap, Rachel Bilson turns out a monthly fashion Q&A column for Instyle magazine. In November, she was asked a tough question:

“If your wardrobe could consist of only five pieces (no limit to the number of accessories), what would they be?”

And while the thought of only five wardrobe pieces certainly seems limiting, I thought she compiled a quite excellent list:

1. A flattering pair of jeans
2. A basic white T
3. A neutral sweater
4. A blazer
5. A black dress

And certainly, I wouldn’t think of shopping for item #5 anywhere but a vintage shop. With so many fabulous vintage little black dresses out there just waiting for new homes, why go anywhere else?

Today’s VPOD is just one fine specimen waiting for adoption. This lovely frock is very good at hiding her age, dating from somewhere in the 1950s or 1960s. But she doesn’t hide her style with sexy V’s both front and back and a prominent bead and rhinestone collar.

It’s a lovely wardrobe essential for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Swanee Grace.

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