Dresses
Jul 20, 2019

I Never Wear Dresses to Work, But I Would 100% Try These

by Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour

That’s a lie. I did wear a dress to work once recently, during my I Tried It Week challenge, but it was so unusual and unfamiliar to me, that it actually was what drew my attention to the fact that I never really do it otherwise. I wish I had a reason for you, but I don’t even know why I don’t wear dresses to work. Perhaps it’s because I’m so comfortable in jeans (even in the summer) that I don’t really feel the need, or maybe it’s because I don’t have the right ones. Whatever the reason, my one dress-to-work experience this year really made me feel like I should be doing it more often, hence today’s roundup. From $35 to $300 and up, I found 24 dresses that I'd totally ditch my daily denim look for. To see what made the cut and, of course, do some shopping along the way, just keep scrolling.

Staud Marina Dress

Staud Marina Dress ($375)

I had to start with this stunner.

Nanushka Lais Dress

Nanushka Lais Dress ($665)

Nanushka never fails to reinvent the wrap dress.

Rachel Comey Amplus Dress

Rachel Comey Amplus Dress ($625)

Your coworkers won't know what hit them.

Zara Asymmetrical Poplin Dress

Zara Asymmetrical Poplin Dress ($50)

Perfect for pairing with sneakers or sandals.

Paige Tevin Maxi Dress

Paige Tevin Maxi Dress ($259)

Perfect for work and well through the weekend.

Majorelle Tamra Midi Dress

Majorelle Tamra Midi Dress ($228)

For more casual office dress codes (like ours), animal print is not off-limits.

Sleeper Brigitte Belted Linen Midi Dress

Sleeper Brigitte Belted Linen Midi Dress ($290)

Sleeper's dresses are so versatile you can wear them to lounge in, to beach in, or, of course, to the office.

Reformation Alexandra Dress

Reformation Alexandra Dress ($128)

This is definitely summer-ready, but it would also look so good with a sweater in the fall.

H&M Wide-cut Dress

H&M Wide-Cut Dress ($35)

Wide-cut is another way to say breezy and comfortable.

Maje Bimaterial Midi Dress

Maje Bimaterial Midi Dress ~~( $375)~~ $225

I'm obsessed with tees so this is right up my alley.

Faithfull the Brand Emilia Midi Dress ($189)

Faithfull's dresses have taken the fashion world by storm this season.

Mango Polka-Dot Belt Dress

Mango Polka-Dot Belt Dress ($100)

A not-so-classic take on the polka-dot dress that feels fresh.

& Other Stories Belted Linen Trench Mini Dress

& Other Stories Belted Linen Trench Mini Dress ($119)

I feel like a minidress can work for the office if it's a little more covered up top.

Topshop Floral Tiered Midaxi Dress

Topshop Floral Tiered Midaxi Dress ($100)

Another day, another Topshop dress on my wish list.

Who What Wear Collection Sleeveless Crewneck Belted Flare Dress

Who What Wear Collection Sleeveless Crewneck Belted Flare Dress ($47)

I love the added touch of the tortoise-tone belt buckle on this one.

Sea Monet Flared Midi Dress

Sea Monet Flared Midi Dress ($435)

A seasonless print, if you ask me.

Zara Belted Poplin Dress

Zara Belted Poplin Dress ($50)

I don't usually wear pink either, but this whole outfit is speaking to me.