From Dôen to Zara—37 Fall Dresses You Won't Regret Buying

When you want to look put-together and polished, a great dress can be an absolute wardrobe hero. Whether for a casual day out, a work event, or a fancy affair, a zero-effort-required garment that drapes and hugs in all the right ways can make you feel pretty, strong, confident, and amazing.
Now that fall is in full swing, there are a slew of chic new dresses at our favorite retailers that are perfect for the crisp and cozy season. Whether you go for a staple knit dress, an autumnal floral print, trending leopard print, or a romantic boho silhouette, I'm sharing chic fall dresses for every occasion below. You can style these in a number of cool ways—with knee-high boots and trending accessories, layered over a turtleneck, or under an elegant overcoat. The best part? There's something for every budget. Keep scrolling for the fall dresses from all our favorite brands, including Reformation, Zara, Dôen, and more.
Get the boho Chloé vibe on a budget.
The silky lace Dôen dress the fashion set can't get enough of.
This dress will take you from daytime meetings to evening events in style.
Satin dresses are having a major moment this season.
Just add suede knee-high boots to this pretty autumnal print.
Give this romantic slip dress a casual spin and pair it with a chunky cardigan and boots.
I own this in black but can't wait to get it in this midnight blue.
The fit-and-flare silhouette continues to be a favorite among the fashion set.
Oh, there's also a matching jacket. Swoon!
Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear who specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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