When it comes to the building blocks of an incredible wardrobe, the easy-to-wear midi dress is one staple no woman should be without. Whether it’s a floral dress, a shirtdress or a chic knitted number, the best midi dresses have the power to carry your wardrobe through the transitional weather of spring, hot days of summer and straight into the cooler moments of autumn and beyond.
Midi dresses are so perfect for throwing on in summer.
Why do we love them so much? It’s simple. You can pair them with trainers or sandals at the weekend and with loafers, mules or boots for the office. (You can even wear them with heels for a wedding.) You can slip a T-shirt, blouse or roll-neck underneath or pull on a slouchy jumper or belt-up a classic trench over them. Basically, the midi dress has the potential to be the most versatile item in any wardrobe. There’s also a style and shape to suit everyone, so whether you’re a floral puff-sleeved-dress kind of girl or more of a slip-dress minimalist, this is the staple that you can reliably turn to for any and all occasions.
The problem is, with midi dresses being such a popular style, there are an awful lot of choices out there to scroll through to find the perfect one for you. There are worse problems to have, of course, but if you’re looking to update your midi-dress selection now that we're nearing sunnier days and you’re feeling like you don’t know where to start, don’t fret. Below, we’ve done the hard work for you and compiled 23 of the very best available right now, for every budget.
Dôen always has beautiful, easy midi dresses.
There are dresses the entire Who What Wear UK team can’t stop talking about and even some we’ve personally tried and tested already. There are wedding-guest dresses and some that will be perfect for back-to-the-office days as the weather starts to warm up. All of them are really easy to wear and have that midi-dress knack of making you look polished in an instant. Keep scrolling to shop.
Shop the Best Midi Dresses:
Beautiful sleeves and a beautiful colour. The Quinn dress comes in four shades and is available in sizes XXS to XXL.
Pretty polka dots are a rising trend for spring/summer 2025, and & Other Stories shows off just how well they can do them.
I'm so glad this is still in stock in all sizes from XXS to 4XL.
Pretty, elegant and in summer's trending pattern. Find an elastic waistband for comfort and adjustable ties at the back for the perfect fit.
Aligne always pays special attention to the finer details, and right now it's all about this bold collar.
I can never say no to a chic black dress. This dress comes in petite styles as well, with sizes ranging from UK 4 to UK 28.
This comes in 14 colours, but the soft brown might just be my favourite.
This is perfect for a hot day in the office.
Marks & Spencer is leaning in to the boho revival with ruffled details and sweet ice cream shades.
Rixo is known for it's pretty styles.
I just know I'll get so much wear out of this dress. Currently also available in a bold red shade, and both come in sizes 4 to 24.
The Wells Dress has been a best-selling style for years.
Posse has finally landed in the UK and already the brands delectable pieces are making waves.
Perfect for holidays or a dressier moment.
Such a lovely linen number.
I just know this will work hard in my wardrobe.
This linen vest dress is so chic.
What a gorgeous print.
Nobody's Child is known for excellent dresses, and this shirred one-shoulder piece is no exception. Plus, it's available in petite lengths too.
Perfect for holidays or summer in the city.
Striking in shade and striking in design.
Another classic buy that you'll reach for every single summer.
Faune is one of our favourite under-the-radar dress brands.
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