Dresses are on heavy rotation in my wardrobe right now, but none keeps me cool and looking chic quite like a casual black dress. In fact, it's the one item I turn to when I'm stuck in a fashion rut because I can wear it to literally everything—work, coffee runs, meetings, brunches (the list goes on)—and look instantly put together and polished with zero effort. It's an easy solution to dressing that doesn't demand the brain power required for color pairing. Depending on the style, black dresses are the ultimate versatile pieces that can take you from day to evening events seamlessly. In short, it's a fashion buy you won't regret!
I've been eager to add a few more casual black dresses to my wardrobe this season, and after searching a whole host of brands and retailers, below I'm sharing some of my absolute favorite black dresses in a myriad of styles and silhouettes that will serve you for practically every occasion. What's more, you can easily wear most of these into fall.
Keep scrolling for the best casual black dresses you can wear on repeat without batting an eye!
The pretty silhouette recently spotted on Kaia Gerber.
A chic shift minidress will never go out of style.
Fit-and-flare silhouettes continue to reign supreme.
A rib knit will take you into fall in style.
This cotton poplin dress is incredibly versatile.
Romantic and charming.
The perfect day-to-night dress.
Style with mesh ballet flats for a cool-girl look.
Love this elongating and effortless silhouette.
Charming French-girl vibes.
Easy to dress up or down.
From beach to bar in style.
Minimalist-chic.
For work, the weekend, and beyond.
Scoop up this beautiful dress while it's on sale.
This looks way more expensive than its price tag.
Such a pretty ruffle neckline.
One of our favorites from J.Crew.
The perfect vacation dress.
Transition into the new season in style.
Those button details, though.
The one you'll reach for daily.
Add black ballet flats, gold earrings, a colorful bag and you're done.
One of my all-time favorite slip dresses.
This will take you from meetings to margaritas in style.
Just add black flip-flops to this fashion-forward dress.
Plissé fabric makes everything look more expensive.
Striking gold buttons add the perfect fashion-forward touch.
Because there's nothing chicer in summer than a black linen dress.
Lean into this season's sheer trend.
A ribbed jersey dress for when you don't know what to wear.
Pair it with minimalist strappy flat sandals for a chic summer-to-fall look.
Love a playful puff sleeve.
This one is selling out fast.
Nineties chic.
Just add your favorite necklaces.
Jane Birkin vibes.
For a sporty-chic look.
You can't go wrong with a T-shirt dress.
I get so many compliments when I wear this.
Throw it on and go.
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