Dresses

Styles of women’s dresses

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current wardrobe essentials or searching for that statement dress, there are many shapes and styles to choose from.

What is a shirt dress?

Women’s shirt dresses create an androgynous aesthetic and are perfect for both working and weekends. Their structured collar and button top section combined with loose fitting makes them a flattering style which suits all body types. Dress yours up with boots or embellished sandals, or embrace the comfort and team with sneakers.

What is a skater dress?

Feminine and flirty, skater and wrap dresses create an hourglass figure, even if you don’t have one. These fit and flare styles are suitable for lazy picnics or classy restaurants, depending on how you accessorise. Add some edge to your wrap or skater dress with a leather jacket and waist belt.

Why choose a shift dress?

Iconic and timeless, shift dresses take their inspiration and shape from the sixties. Play with pattern and embellishment or keep it plain and classic. Choose a sleeveless, short sleeved or long sleeved shift dress, with plenty of exclusive to Scotch & Soda prints and patterns.

Sweater dresses

Embrace the urban influence in the height of comfort by choosing a sweater dress. These can be worn over trousers or jeans in colder climes or with bare legs and pumps when the sun is shining. Pair a knitted jumper dress with tights and boots for an effortlessly cool outfit.

When to wear a denim dress

Come rain or shine, denim dresses are the ultimate layering garment that will last for years to come both in style and durability. Denim shirt dresses work with you in casual office environments while denim dungarees give a festival inspired touch to your outfit. Combine with jumpers, scarves and chunky boots when it’s cold or keep it simple in summer.

How to wear a maxi dress

Make a real statement with a floor length gown in a floral or star print. Maxi dresses bring a bohemian spirit to your wardrobe and make ideal evening dresses. Dress yours down with flat sandals and a floppy hat or help it meet its full potential with heels, hair and jewellery.

How to choose the right dress length

Aside from the style or shape of the dress, another thing you’ll need to consider is the dress length. Some dress styles will naturally only be available in one length, but others can vary. Always check the measurements of the dress you wish to purchase to ensure it won’t be too long or too short, but just right.

How long is a short dress?

Women’s short dresses, also referred to as mini dresses, sit above the knee and can typically come in any shape. Popular styles include short shift dresses, skater dresses, shirt dresses and denim dresses.

How long is a midi dress?

Midi dresses drop to just below the knee and give a sophisticated look to any outfit. Knitted midi dresses are ideal for both summer and winter and are super versatile.

How long is a maxi dress?

Maxi dresses typically fall to the ankle. Romantic and elegant, they give you a taller appearance. They’re typically thought of as a hot weather garment but work just as well in chilly climates when layered with boots and a cosy jacket.

The best women’s dresses for summer

Summer dresses with sleeves are super versatile in that they can be worn whatever the temperature and can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. It’s also worth noting that a long sleeve dress is not reserved for winter, nor should it sit unworn in your wardrobe for half the year. Long sleeve dresses for summer are great because you can roll up the sleeves in the daytime and drop them back to full-length come evening time.

How to wear a dress in winter

Winter dresses with sleeves offer warmth and class to your cold-weather wardrobe. Don’t compromise on style when the frost comes – layer your look and style it out with women’s shirts, coats and accessories for women.