National Little Black Dress Day

National Little Black Dress Day, a joint initiative of not-for-profit organisation, Fitted for Work and Australian design house and retailer David Lawrence, launched 12th August, to raise funds for the vital work the Fitted for Work organisation does in transitioning women experiencing disadvantage into the workforce.

"On Friday September 6, we want every Australian woman to wear a little black dress," said Megan Quinn, LBD Day Ambassador and a Co-Founder of the mega successful online shopping site, NET-A-PORTER.

An exclusively designed version of the little black dress has been produced for LBD Day by David Lawrence Creative Director, Anthony Cuthbertson, as a part of the -David Lawrence Initiative.'

The exquisite dress was available in-stores and online from the 12th of August with all profits to be directed to Fitted for Work to help the mainly volunteer-based organisation to continue its cause.

'Approaching the design of the Little Black Dress, I wanted to focus on a timeless silhouette that is flattering whilst empowering women in order to help them find the confidence they need to secure employment," explained Anthony Cuthbertson.

"There are two ways to celebrate LBD Day; either by buying the David Lawrence dress and wearing it on September 6 or wearing one of your own and donating to Fitted for Work," Ms Quinn added.

"Employment gives women choice, confidence and a sense of achievement and Fitted for Work's services have transformed the lives of 12,500 women since 2005.

The first Australian organisation of its kind, Fitted for Work provides interview-appropriate donated clothing to women experiencing disadvantage, as well as a range of transition to work and mentoring programs designed to help women develop the confidence and skills to secure sustainable employment.

CEO of Fitted for Work, Jane Hunt said the partnership was a perfect synergy with the core values of her organisation: "David Lawrence produces modern corporate clothing for working women and we are delighted they have partnered with us," Ms Hunt said.

"We are hoping this little black dress is the beginning of a long and mutually beneficial partnership with David Lawrence.

'I urge all Australian women to join us on Friday September 6 to celebrate the style of the LBD and the contribution women make across workplaces."