19 Comfortable Dresses You Need in Your Closet
We’re all about dressing up and pulling together a fashion-forward look. But oftentimes, throwing on something super stylish can end up being uncomfortable after a while. All of those layers of lace can start to scratch and that waist-cinching bustier can really begin to pinch. If you’d rather slip into something that’s both chic and cozy, we’ve got you covered.
We scoured the internet to find the comfortable dresses you can wear all day. From sweaterdresses to wrap styles, these pieces are easy to wear and won’t leave you wishing for an outfit change. Styled with everything from a pair of heels to over-the-knee boots with a cool faux-fur jacket layered on top, they can be worn all winter long. Want to see which styles made our list?
Go on to shop 19 comfortable dresses from The Row, Réalisation, Zara, and more.
Also available in a bright red color.Available in sizes XS to L.Next, shop the best sweaters of the season.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear where she oversees luxury, runway content, and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co., and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.
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