No matter how much personal styles and tastes may vary, one thing that still remains a priority to all is dressing for your job so that you feel confident and comfortable. Sure, the outfits themselves may depend on your career and your company's flexibility, but regardless of what your office considers "dressing appropriately," you want something that says you mean business. That's where short-sleeve dresses come into the picture.
Whether maxi or midi, printed or bold, a short-sleeve dress allows you enough flexibility to be creative with your outfit while remaining HR-friendly. Ahead, find 30 short-sleeve dresses for work that will make your commute (and that massive meeting on your calendar) a stylish one.
Zara
Jacquard Dress With Buttons
Color is your friend when it comes to picking your work dresses.Available in sizes S to L.
Everlane
Cotton Collarless Belted Shirtdress
You can't go wrong with a sleek shirtdress. Available in sizes 00 to 16.
H&M
Patterned Chiffon Dress
A delicate take on our favorite floral prints. Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Violeta by Mango
Flowy Knotted Dress
The knot detailing accentuates your waist while still maintaining the loose flow of the dress.Available in sizes 10 to 18.
Simon Miller
Lauren Knit Dress
Make your go-to transitional dress a bold knitted one. Available in sizes 1 to 3.
Leota
Faux Wrap Jersey Dress
Pair this dress with block heels and you're ready to go. Available in sizes 1X to 3X.
Ganni
Silvery Crepe Twist Dress
Dress this number up with heeled boots or down with sneakers.Available in sizes 34 to 42.
You can never have enough shirtdresses when it comes to your work wardrobe. Available in sizes XXS to XXL.
One.September
Desert Floral Midi Dress
This dress can easily go from casual business meetings to a dinner party. Available in sizes XXS to XL.
ModCloth
Flutter Sleeve Cotton A-Line Dress With Pockets
We've never met a gingham dress we didn't love.Available in sizes XXS to 4X.
HVN
Zebra Morgan Long Dress
This zebra-print dress will be a conversation starter. Available in sizes 0 to 6.
Who What Wear
Tie Waist Collar Shirt Dress
Bring out your PVC heels to style with this fun shirtdress. Available in sizes X to 4X.
Eloquii
Denim Wrap Waist Dress
Opt for a darker wash when it comes to choosing a work-friendly denim dress.Available in sizes 1 to 9.
Glamorous
Curve Midi Tea Dress in Fine Stripe
This frock will go perfectly with all your work tote bags.Available in sizes 14 to 24.
Kitri
Eliana Polka Dot Wrap Dres
Wear this polka-dot dress with your white boots for a fun office look. Available in sizes 2 to 12.
A seasonless dress if styled accordingly. Available in sizes XS to L.
The ideal dress to throw on the mornings you're running late but still want to look composed. Available in sizes XXS to L.
Lafayette 148 New York, Plus Size
Emanuelle A-Line Dress
Have an important business meeting? Wear this dress.Available in sizes 0X to 3X.
Mustard-colored dresses are sure to go with everything you already own.Available in sizes XXS to L.
Pixie Market
Yellow Linen Dress
The perfect dress to wear on Summer Fridays. Available in sizes S to M.
Forever 21
Floral High-Low Dress
It's time to bring back high-low dresses. Available in sizes 0X to 3X.
Loft
Checked Jacquard Flare Dress
You can't say no to such a fun skirt flare.Available in sizes 16 to 26.
Pomelo
Midi Cap Sleeve Satin Wrap Dress
Wear all your prints tastefully in one pretty wrap dress.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Veronica Beard
Pike Dress
Pro tip: Midi dresses are your best friend.
Available in sizes 0 to 8.
Topshop
Cutabout Mini Dress
Bring this number out closer to the holidays.
Available in sizes 0 to 14.
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Journee Midi Dress
Be sure to have at least one white dress in your wardrobe. Available in sizes XS to L.
Mara Hoffman
Barbara Dress
Whether you work in a creative field or not, this dress is a must.Available in sizes XS to XL.
The Frankie Shop
Brown Multicolor Color Block Linen Dress
Same goes for this frock.Available in one size.
Madewell
Tulip-Sleeve Maxi Dress in Sweet Blossoms
Playful but still work-oriented. Available in sizes 00 to 24.
Maryam Nassir Zadeh
Victory Dress
The only drama you should bring into the office should be with this dress.Available in sizes 2 to 4.
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