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These Are The 6 Essential Dresses *Every* Woman Should Own

July 12, 2019 by Jeanine Edwards
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The key to effortless style, no matter the season? Stocking your closet with amazing dresses. After years of trying (and often failing!) to mix and match separates every morning, I finally learned that a closet full of figure-flattering, never-go-out-of-style dresses is the key to looking good every day. And now that it’s totally cool and on-trend to wear dresses with sneakers, there’s really no reason not to wear one every single day!

Given my love of dresses, I know that shopping for them can be a little tricky. There are so many options that it’s often really easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why I teamed up with my friends at Boston Proper® to create this cheat sheet to the essential dresses every woman should own. No matter where you live or what you do for a living, these are the dresses you need in your wardrobe. Start adding them to your closet ASAP!

Little Black Dress:

Elegant little black dress for versatile styling

BEYOND TRAVEL™ TIE DRESS ($98.50)

How could I not start with the timeless little black dress? This version is a great option because it travels well and the belt works wonders on your waistline.

Maxi Dress:

Flowing maxi dress perfect for summer events

BEYOND TRAVEL™ FLORAL V NECK MAXI DRESS ($98.50)

Most women mistakenly overlook maxi dresses; don’t be one of them! Not only do maxi dresses elongate your physique, but they’re also super easy to dress up or down.

Shirtdress:

Classic shirtdress for a chic, casual look

EYELET SHIRTDRESS ($149.50)

Shirtdresses are the perfect combination of polished, yet playful. The buttons and collar up top are all business, while the fuller skirt is fun and whimsical.

Sheath Dress:

Sleek sheath dress ideal for formal occasions

ASYMMETRIC COLORBLOCK SHEATH DRESS ($149.50)

Whether for work, an interview or business casual function, every woman needs sensible, professional sheath dress. The colorblocking on this one makes it feel a little less serious, but still work-appropriate.

T-Shirt Dress:

Comfortable t-shirt dress for everyday wear

SIDE RUCHED T-SHIRT DRESS ($79.50)

The T-Shirt dress is the perfect pick for a casual weekend running errands or brunching with family and friends.

Special Occasion Dress:

Stunning dress for special occasions and celebrations

EMBELLISHED COMPRESSION DRESS ($209.50)

Last but not least, you definitely need a nice dress in your closet for when fancy events come up at short notice. This one is extra special because it has shapewear built in–yes, please!

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The editors at SheFinds wrote this post on behalf of Boston Proper® and received compensation as part of our agreement.

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