Little Black Dress. 1925 1968 MoMA French Connection Little Black Dresses Nordstrom Little black dress: Eternal symbol of elegance and style The iconic French fashion designer, Coco Chanel, was the pioneer for the "Little Black Dress" since 1926, which would become a symbol of timelessness, sophistication, intrigue, class and sensuality. With the allure Givenchy, designer of Hepburn's little black dress, has died