There's no piece of clothing I love more than an easy throw-on dress, especially when its one that can be worn in a multitude of ways. This is why I was so on-board with the return of the tube dress; from the outset it may be divisive—I, for one, wore them quite questionably in my early teens, and I was worried I'd carry that trauma with me into adulthood. Sleeker than ever, the current crop of tube dresses has convinced me that, yes, I can wear them again. And I should! For they'll help me unlock so many dress outfits this spring. The dress I have in mind? COS's ribbed tube dress.
The epitome of easy style, relevant for every season, perfect for every outing and deserving of a place in my wardrobe, COS's tube dress may be simple but it definitely shouldn't be overlooked. This particular dress has been a best-seller for the high-street brand over the last few months, with a full size range proving hard to find. However, after receiving a healthy restock this week, I thought it was high time I gave it the spotlight it deserves.
To prove just how hard-working it could be in your wardrobe, I've assembled five easy-to-put-together outfits around COS's ribbed tube dress, using additional shopping from the brand to illustrate them. Perfect for spring and beyond, see how I plan on wearing this COS dress over the next few months.
1. Shacket + Shirt + Necklace + Loafers
Style Notes: Layering is essential in the early months of spring. Use your tube dress as your base to layer different textures upon, which as cotton shirting and a twill shacket.
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The perfect spring cover-up.
I rarely leave the house without wearing a chunky gold necklace.
Stripe shirts are going to be everywhere this season.
Brown accessories present a fresh way to look polished.
A little black dress will always serve you well.
Square-toe shoes are still the height of fashion.
2. Leather Jacket + Earrings + Sunglasses + Sandals
Style Notes: In my opinion, all-black outfits never fail to look chic. For a no-brainer going-out ensemble, pair a simple black dress with some on-trend leather outerwear, then finish with sexy sandals and metallic accents.
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I love this elevated take on the leather jacket.
An easy add to your basket.
Our entire team is obsessed with COS's Linda Farrow collaboration.
The stretch material means this is exceptionally comfortable to wear.
Bring on pedi season!
3. Trench Coat + Boxy Tee + Belt + Loafers
Style Notes: Trench coats come in especially handy during a winter springtime. Try styling a boxy tee over your fitted dress, which will allow the dress to play the role of a skirt. Add a belt to cinch the look together and finish with the high street's best-looking loafers.
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COS does some of the best trench coats on the high street.
How great are these?
This will look just as good tucked into jeans or tailored trousers.
A classic leather belt will elevate any outfit.
COS's ribbed tube dress is made from 95% organic cotton.
If you told me these were designer, I'd absolutely believe you.
4. Blazer + Sunglasses + Turtleneck + Heels
Style Notes: Retro styling is having a moment right now thanks 1) to all of the '70s-style outfits we saw on the spring/summer runways, and 2) the series Daisy Jones & The Six. Approach it with nuance with bright blazer, roll neck, square sunglasses, heeled loafers and, yes, your tube dress.
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Pink blazers are trending for 2023.
Again, so great.
This sleek top comes in so many colours—take your pick!
The scoop-neck allows for extensive layering options.
These will give all your outfits '70s appeal.
5. Stripe Knit + Crossbody Bag + Earrings + Trainers
Style Notes: Dress-and-trainer outfits can be incredibly chic, particularly when you hone your colour palette to blacks and whites. Make your look feel even more contemporary with chunky silver jewellery.
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Unzip this knit and it will give off an entirely different vibe.
Silver jewellery featured heavily in the season's designer collections.
Ribbed finishes always look more premium, especially in fitted garments.
A COS bag our editors speak so highly of.
2023 is the year of the trainer.
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