The Best Maxi Dresses For Partying, Lounging and Everything In Between
We've found all the lengthy frocks to wear for every occasion, from floor-grazing bohemian silhouettes to the dramatic denim look recently seen on J.Lo.
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When temperatures drop, hemlines drop along with it. While you can’t go wrong with pants or a skirt with tights, some of the best maxi dresses offer ease in styling in colder climates. The best thing about full-length frocks? You instantly look elegant, even when you’re simply lounging at home. (Silk pajamas offer a similar effect.)
Need ideas? Sydney Sweeney stepped out at Cannes in a casual green maxi dress with white piping, while Taylor Swift cinched a sleeveless black maxi dress with a simple black leather belt in New York in May. Jennifer Lopez went dramatic with denim in a $4,700 Valentino shirt dress during a recent outing in the Big Apple, while Vanessa Hudgens wore a feather-trimmed slip to a fancy sleepover last December.
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Whatever the occasion, we’ve identified 15 stylish maxi dresses (and a few midis) to dress up (or down) this season. From floral maxis and minimalist T-shirt styles to floor-grazing bohemian silhouettes and more in petite and plus sizes, check out our favorite picks to wear from summer through fall below.
1. Skims Soft Lounge Long Slip Dress
Skims absolutely nailed form-fitting loungewear with this slip dress (also available in more hues at Nordstrom). Not only is this an at-home essential, but Skims founder Kim Kardashian has been spotted in this slip on more than one occasion, paired with an equally-long coat. This style’s ribbed stretch modal fabric is a signature of the brand — and ultra-soft.
Nordstrom
Skims Soft Lounge Long Slip Dress $78
2. Free People Dahlia Embroidered Maxi Dress
Channel your inner Daisy Jones (or Karen Sirko, Camila Dunne or Simone Jackson) in Free People’s Dahlia embroidered maxi dress, which features puffy long sleeves, a smocked bodice and free-flowing skirt. It comes in a range of colors if you prefer a bright hue for fall.
Free People
Free People Dahlia Embroidered Maxi Dress $168
3. Duster The Weekender Dress
Technically a midi dress, this ankle-sweeping Weekender dress by Duster is helping to reinvent the house dress into a cool mom essential. This crisp duster features wide tank-style straps (handy for hiding your bra straps) and a removable waist tie.
Founded by fashion industry veterans, designer Andrea Racey and journalist Melissa Magsaysay (who has contributed to The Hollywood Reporter), the newly-launched brand is inspired by the latter’s Filipina heritage and turns the loose silhouettes often worn by women in the Philippines into everyday stylish staples. We love that the brand donates 2 percent of sales to Moms First.
Duster
Duster The Weekender Dress $226
4. Asos Design Curve Floral Maxi Dress
Asos Design’s voluminous plus-size floral maxi dress adds petal-powered romance to Barbiecore.
Nordstrom
Asos Design Curve Floral Maxi Dress $82
5. Quince Tencel Jersey Tank Maxi Dress
Whether you’re chilling at home or on an errands kick, we love this easy jersey tank maxi dress from Quince. It can be dressed up with heels or boots, or dresses down with sneakers or slippers. For under $40 and over 400 glowing reviews (not to mention ample color options), you’ve got a winner here.
Quince
Quince Tencel Jersey Tank Maxi Dress $40
6. Vince Elbow Sleeve Turtleneck Dress
Street-style trendsetters Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Hailey Bieber are big fans of turtleneck maxi dresses, as they’ve been spotted in pricey styles by The Row and Saint Laurent. This version by Vince is one of the best long-sleeved maxi dresses we’ve found and a bit more budget-friendly, and just as classic.
Neiman Marcus
Vince Elbow Sleeve Turtleneck Dress $225
7. Eloquii Halter Neckline Satin Maxi Dress
Made of non-stretch bias-cut satin, Eloquii’s halter neckline maxi dress comes in a stunning eggplant purple shade that’s fit for fall events.
Eloquii
Eloquii Halter Neckline Satin Maxi Dress (reg. $130) $49
8. Sleeper Boheme Feather-Trim Slip Dress
Vanessa Hudgens wore this fancy pajama look to a house party, pairing it with heels instead of the cozy slippers you see here. What would be your everyday slip dress is ultra-elevated, thanks to a fun feature trim and eye-catching frosty blue hue.
Sleeper
Sleeper Boheme Feather-Trim Slip Dress (reg. $350) $175
9. Moon River Long Sleeve Crinkle Satin Tiered Maxi Dress
Whether you’re dreaming of frolicking on a prairie or dressing for date night, Moon River’s long-sleeved satin tiered maxi dress can be casual with flats or dressed up with platform sandals.
Nordstrom
Moon River Long Sleeve Crinkle Satin Tiered Maxi Dress $128
10. Reformation Parma Printed Silk-Satin Maxi Dress
If you’re looking for a printed maxi but don’t want to go overboard, Reformation’s stunning silk number offers a romantic floral pattern in a range of colors. We love that this dress is inspired by ’90s slip styles and features a slim fit, adjustable straps and a draped neckline.
Reformation
Reformation Parma Silk-Satin Maxi Dress $348
11. ASTR the Label Florentina Dress
ASTR the Label’s Florentina dress is the perfect mix of summer’s bright florals with fall’s longer silhouettes.
Revolve
ASTR the Label Florentina Dress $164
12. Azazie x Kendall + Kylie Cowl Scoop Chiffon Mermaid Dress
Heading to a wedding? Whether you’re a bridesmaid or a guest, Hollywood-loved bridal brand Azazie’s collab with Kendall + Kylie includes this effortless spaghetti strap maxi gown. It features a cowl scoop neckline and a high slit, and comes in other stylish shades.
Azazie
Azazie x Kendall + Kylie Mermaid Dress $89
13. Farm Rio Blue Knot Cutout Maxi Dress
Farm Rio’s bright blue maxi dress features long sleeves that balance out the cutout waist.
Farm Rio
Farm Rio Blue Knot Cutout Maxi Dress $260
14. Simkhai Skyla Knit Wrap Dress
Another cozy number that works for home or heading out is Simkhai’s Skyla knit wrap dress. It’s technically midi length, but we couldn’t resist including it, as we love the wrap silhouette, belted waist, oatmeal hue and lightweight knit fabric.
Revolve
Simkhai Skyla Knit Wrap Dress $445
15. Staud Wells Maxi Dress
Selena Gomez has been seen in this classy dress by Los Angeles-based brand Staud. Offering a tasteful cut and tailored bodice, this style is having a major Audrey Hepburn moment.
Staud
Staud Wells Maxi Dress $295
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