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Spring is slowly approaching (we promise), which means it’s time to refresh your work wardrobe a little bit. First order of business: Fill your closet with easy breezy dresses that are elevated enough to replace all those trousers you’ve been living in this winter. To help you update your work wardrobe, we found office-appropriate dresses that are versatile and chic enough to take you from morning meetings to after-work dinners with ease.
In addition to their rich-looking style, these work-ready dresses are ideal for transitional weather; they easily layer with a cardigan or light jacket for chilly mornings, then removed as temps warm up throughout the day. These are the 17 dresses we’re most excited about, all of which are comfortable enough to be worn for hours on end . . . and cute enough to be dressed down for weekends. From inexpensive frocks to splurge-worthy selects, here are our favorite workwear dresses for spring, starting at $11.
17 Office-Friendly Dresses for Spring — Starting at $11
1. Our Favorite: Lightweight and breathable, this maxi dress was made for warm, sunny days. You can easily dress it up or down with the right accessories, and the tiered skirt offers plenty of twirling potential.
2. Runner-Up: This fitted midi dress has a sleek and polished vibe that doesn’t require much work. Wear this with your favorite comfortable heels and a blazer, and you’re ready to take on the office.
3. Florals for Spring: Groundbreaking, we know, but you still can’t beat a floral dress for the spring season. This midi is inexpensive, lightweight and available in polka dots, if flowers aren’t your thing.
4. Chic Shirt Dress: Think of this easygoing shirt dress as a long button-down shirt. It’s polished yet laid back, with a slightly oversized fit that feels very chic. Bonus: It comes with a belt to cinch your waist.
5. Under $15 Alert: At just $11, this button-down sheath dress is our favorite budget-friendly pick. The simple design means it’s super versatile, too. Add a blazer or sweater for chillier days, then keep it sleeveless as the day warms up.
6. Sweet in Seersucker: This classic seersucker shirtdress is giving summer vibes, in the best way possible. However, the long sleeves also make it worthy for transitional weather. The billowy sleeves and cinched waist give this pick an extra-flattering appearance.
7. Sophisticated Mini: With a simple black and white contrasted design, this rich-looking mini dress will leave you feeling more like one of the ladies who lunch. The pretty pearl buttons add a special touch.
8. Back to Basics: Consider this A-line mini dress your new favorite workwear basic. It has a simple silhouette and swingy skirt that makes it incredibly versatile, whether you want to wear it with tights and boots or open-toed heels.
9. Wild Wrap: This animal-print dress fits right in with the leopard trend for spring, offering a bold option that is still appropriate for work. And of course, you can’t go wrong with a complementary wrap style.
10. Splurge-Worthy Style: Made of airy linen, this classic shirtdress is one piece you’ll want to invest in because you’ll get so much wear out of it. We love the flattering cinched waist and subtle metallic details, and of course, the pockets.
11. Springtime Sweater Dress: Short sleeves and a lightweight viscose blend make this sweater dress just right for warmer weather. While on the more casual side, the polo collar and midi length make it a work-friendly option.
12. Pockets, Please: The best thing about this midi dress? It has pockets for storing your smallest essentials. And while it looks like a tee tucked into a skirt, this is a comfy one-piece dress you’ll wear again and again.
13. Flouncy and Feminine: A swing A-line skirt, bubble sleeves and lace details throughout give this midi dress a romantic flair to bring femininity to the office. Change up your shoes, and this can easily be worn to other events as well.
14. Simple Sheath: On days you want to look put together without a lot of effort, go with this sheath dress. It looks elegant on its own — you really don’t need to add much. Plus, the crossover waistline makes it extra flattering.
15. Vintage Vibes: With its Peter Pan collar and A-line style, this short-sleeve dress feels like it belongs in another era (in a good way, of course). It comes with a skinny belt that defines your waist without making you feel restricted.
16. Bold Print: Ensure your spot as the style icon of the office with this printed midi dress. The abstract pattern looks modern and interesting, in a refreshingly unexpected way.
17. Cute Collar: We love unique fashion details, and the tie-front collar on this mini dress totally gets it. Contrasting colors makes the dress look layered, but this is just a single, comfortable piece.
