Along with wrap dresses and shirt dresses, there's one frock style we encourage everyone to try at least once, especially if you prefer a more figure-emphasizing silhouette. Cue: drawstring dresses. Their classic form, cinched at the waist, not only provides the luxury of being able to adjust to obtain the right fit, but the trend allows you to wear something easy yet defined all at once. Who doesn't like that?
Furthermore, with the ruched trend also making waves, you can find a handful of modern takes to the drawstring dress. Each of them allows you to play with sizing, length, and symmetry to really get a look that best pleases you.
With a collection of flowy maxis, classic styles, and silky going-out numbers all accounted for, keep scrolling to see which style of drawstring dress is perfect for you.
The drawstrings make this dress the right amount of flowy and fitted. Available in sizes XS to L.
Throw this noir number on and you'll be ready to go. Available in sizes 10 to 18.
The dress you need to go with all your straw bags. Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Become a Ganni girl with this mini drawstring dress.Available in sizes 34 to 42.
Go bold or go home when trying a new trend. Available in sizes 0 to 14.
If you're feeling a bit sporty, this one's for you. Available in sizes 6 to 24.
Two trends in one dress.Available in sizes S to L.
LBD, drawstring version. Available in sizes 0 to 16.
Opt for a floral-printed dress if you want the drawstrings to go unnoticed. Available in sizes 2 to 10.
Did somebody say picnic?Available in sizes XS to L.
Cool and casual. Available in sizes 00 to 14.
Play around with the length of this silky number thanks to its drawstrings.Available in sizes XS to L.
The perfect transitional dress.Available in sizes 14 to 28.
It's a look.Available in sizes 2 to 12.
Switch things up with drawstring detailing on your shoulders. Available in sizes 0 to 10.
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