We’re likely all asking ourselves the same question at the moment: What can I wear that’s as comfy as loungewear but looks like I’ve put a lot more effort in? And there’s no better or easier shortcut to reaching that goal than a great dress.
For the last few weeks of spring, dresses can be accompanied by a trusty blazer or classic trench coat. But come summer, all you’ll need is a great pair of sandals and your favourite sunglasses to complete the look. After summer, these gorgeous pieces can be styled with boots, chunky cardigans and even tights to make them useful all year round.
Plus, many dresses are inherently comfy, and we’ve made sure the below styles definitely are. So why the heck not chuck on one of these fab dresses to wear at your kitchen-table office or when popping out for brunch at the weekend? If anything, it will definitely boost your mood.
Keep scrolling to shop 28 of our favourite pretty and comfy throw-on styles for spring 2023.
Dôen craft cottagecore dresses of dreams and they are so easy to wear. I’ve been thinking about this dress since autumn.
Make like you’ve made maximum effort with this detailed linen number. It’s one for work and beyond.
Deiji Studios crafts easy-wearing apparel you can wear both inside and outdoors.
This is going straight into my basket for the summer.
Tie the waist tigher for a more sculpted fit!
The neutral colourway, high neckline and shirred panel immediately caught my attention.
Wear this to the office, for evenings out and off-duty days with a pair of trainers.
Rixo’s checkerboard style is a playful alternative to gingham.
Classic, understated and chic. I’d expect nothing less from Raey.
This relaxed style also comes in three brighter colourways, so there’s a hue for all.
We’re all in agreeance that leopard print counts as a neutral, right?
Matteau dresses are forever chic and easy to style.
This Arket number is a firm favourite at Who What Wear!
I own 2022’s short sleeved version of this dress. It looks ‘put together’ with very minimal effort.
When summer rolls around I revert to smocked dresses with a stretch seersucker waist.
I’m a lover of neutrals but there’s something about this rich colourway and blouson sleeve that makes me feel excited.
A gorgeous silhouette that can easily be dressed up or down.
You can’t go wrong with an oversized linen dress.
Add boots, sandals or trainers and a belt, if you so wish!
Open weaves have a forever appeal and can transcend from beach days to casual meetings.
Dark florals can be worn no matter the weather.
2022’s favoured cut-out still lives on and you can wear it during the daytime, too.
One for manifesting warm weather and subsequent sleeveless style days.
When the weather gets warmer, you’ll be pleased to have this in your arsenal.
Wear this one of three ways – either as a wrap style, unbuttoned or a classic shirt dress.
Knitted dresses also have the same ‘throw on’ appeal.
The Thora dress is back for the second year running. When it’s chilly out, I like to wear mine with a knit over the top, to embrace the full-skirted look.
Nobody’s Child’s famed dobby top comes in a shirt dress style and we’re equally obsessed. Between the collarless style and broderie anglaise detail, it’s a truly special piece.
