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Wear with flip-flops and basket bags for chic summer style or add a thin knit and knee-high boots as we step into the cooler weeks.
With the weather being so unpredictable we’re cautious in our declarations of the changing of the seasons. But, after spotting leaves now firmly on the floor, we think autumn is well on its way. We aren’t quite ready to change our entire wardrobes just yet so welcome: the transeasonal dress.
Right now, we’re looking for pieces that can change with the seasons, and we think we’ve found it with these nine dresses. While they look incredibly chic when worn alone with a simple sandal, add a thin knit, T-shirt or shirt underneath and suddenly you’ll be stepping into autumn with ease. Plus, a knee-high boot, loafer and trusty pair of tights (or leggings, if the chill really does come through) will only amp up the warmth as well.
Just keep scrolling to see our favourite styles, and remember, reds, creams and blacks are a great go-to once the temperature drops.
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Cos oversized parachute maxi dress
With an elasticated hem and voluminous skirt, this parachute dress is sure to stand out amongst your standard maxi dresses. Plus, the vibrant red shade will brighten up any wardrobe. To warm it up for autumn, shrug on a tight-fitting roll-neck underneath and even leggings on particularly chilly days.
Damson Madder bluebelle midi dress in leopard
Animal print is having a huge moment this season and leopard certainly seems to be the pattern of choice. Whether livened up with red tights, elevated with black knee-high boots or layered over a long-sleeve jumper, this standout style is sure to work for many occasions.
H&M button front dress
Simple in shape, treat this black dress like a blank canvas. A chic white shirt and loafers will add a preppy feel. A brightly coloured jumper will serve as a more striking touch. And a knee-high boot will suddenly make it seem incredibly sophisticated.
M&S cotton rich midi skater dress
This skater hem dress already seems like a two-in-one style, thanks to the tight-fitting body and A-line skirt. So, it’s therefore incredibly easy to add a chunky knit on top. Although, we’d be tempted to cinch in the waist with a belt to keep the voluminous skirt shape.
Nobody's Child dark blue denim pepper mini dress
Denim is a great year-round fabric, and a dress is no exception. White, cream, grey and reds are all sure to boost the blue shade even further, whether added as tights, a T-shirt or thin knit jumper.
Pilcro scoop-neck mini shift dress
Neutral shades are always going to be one of the most versatile items in any wardrobe and this mini dress proves exactly that. No matter if it’s layered with a trusty tee, a big, billowy blouse or hidden under a cropped chunky jumper, it’s sure to be a failsafe find.
Shop Pilcro scoop-neck mini shift dress at Anthropologie, £120
Simply Be red textured jersey asymmetric maxi dress
This frock will look just as fashionable with flip-flops and a basket bag as it will with trainers and a long-sleeve shirt, or even a roll-neck, tee or longer length cardi. Keep extra layers to neutral shades and you can’t go too far wrong.
Shop Simply Be red textured jersey asymmetric maxi dress, £23.40
Whistles sleeveless denim midi dress
Proving yet again that denim designs really do work for almost any occasion is this tight-fitting Whistles find. To warm it up, we’d layer skin-hugging tops and knits underneath or add a chunky cardigan on top to create extra volume.
White Stuff Lucy cord dress
Few fabrics give off autumnal vibes like cord and this plum-coloured pick proves exactly that. Knee-high boots, leggings and a thin knit squeezed underneath will keep you cosy in particularly cold climes while a trusty trainer or loafer leans it back into summer style.
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