5 Everyday Dress Trends You'll Want to Know About

These are the 5 everyday dresses you'll want to add to your wardrobe. Here, shop the edit.

One of the best things to emerge on the S/S 21 runways? A whole new take on comfortable fashion. And no, I don’t mean sweatpants if that’s what you’re thinking. While I won’t be retiring my sweatsuits, leggings, or tube socks anytime soon, I am eager to add in some new pieces that are comfy but also feel on-trend and fashion-forward. One category this applies to? Dresses.

If you’re looking for some fresh everyday dresses to add into your wardrobe, there are a number of styles that you’ll want to take a look at that we saw everywhere in the spring collections. From long-sleeve maxis to jersey pieces to new takes on shirt dresses, there are so many stylish dresses hitting the market right now. I’m suddenly feeling inspired to add these into my repertoire for my standing Zoom meetings. Ahead, the 5 everyday dress trends I’m telling everyone about now.

Long-Sleeve Maxi Dresses

One of the freshest dress trends on the S/S 21 runways? Long sleeve maxi dresses. If you're into great basics, this is the ultimate piece to add into your wardrobe. What I love about it most is how versatile it is. You can pair it with sandals for spring, then add boots and a coat for fall.

On the runways:

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Courtesy of Peter Do

Pictured: Peter Do S/S 21

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Courtesy of Sportmax

Pictured: Sportmax S/S 21

Shop the trend:
Atm Anthony Thomas Melillo Modal Jersey Maxi Dress ( $295) $207
H&M Ribbed Jersey Dress ($25)
Zara Knit Dress With Slits ($50)
Anna Quan Mara Fluted Sleeve Cotton Midi Dress ($400)

Ribbed Dresses

More than ever, designers have been rethinking what comfortable fashion looks like. With a strong set of ribbed dresses in the spring collections, it's proof that cozy clothing doesn't always need to involve a pair of sweatpants or leggings.

On the runways:

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Courtesy of Thebe Magugu

Pictured: Thebe Magugu S/S 21

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Courtesy of Christopher Esber

Pictured: Christopher Esber S/S 21

Shop the trend:
Pixie Market Powder Blue Knit Bolero and Dress Set ($148)
Reformation Sana Ribbed Stretch-TENCEL Lyocell Jersey Mini Dress ($78)
Anna Quan Aleka Boat-Neck Ribbed-Knit Cotton Midi Dress ($370)
H&M Ribbed Jersey Dress ($50)

Shirt Dresses

The classic shirt dress is back and cooler than ever. With details like cutouts and twisted waistlines, designers are bringing some modern design ideas to the piece. One of the coolest ways to wear one in the transitional months? With a pair of knee-high leather boots.

On the runways:

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Courtesy of Proenza Schouler

Pictured: Proenza Schouler Resort 21

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Courtesy of Nanushka

Pictured: Nanushka S/S 21

Shop the trend:
Nanushka Ayse Twisted Cotton Poplin Shirt Dress ($545)
Zara Belted Shirt Dress ($70)
Georgia Alice Universe Cutout Satin Midi Shirt Dress ( $705) $282
H&M Shirt Dress ($35)

Jersey Dresses

Another great dress basic? Anything finished in a slinky jersey material. We saw these pieces all over the S/S 21 runways and they instantly conjure some of the iconic pieces from Helmut Lang and Calvin Klein in the '90s.

On the runway:

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Courtesy of Simon Miller

Pictured: Simon Miller S/S 21

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Courtesy of Tom Ford

Pictured: Tom Ford S/S 21

Shop the trend:
Jonathan Simkhai Standard Megan Dress ($235)
Sami Miro Vintage Asymmetric Long Sleeve Mini Dress ($310)
Good American Micro Rib Mini Dress ( $99) $69.3
Helmut Lang Draped Jersey Midi Dress ( $360) $144

High Slit Dresses

The detail I've been seeing everywhere on the runways? High slits added to more casual pieces like linen and jersey dresses. Proof that it's the perfect addition of a skin-baring element that you can even work into your everyday dresses if you're so inclined.

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Courtesy of Jacquemus

Pictured: Jacquemus S/S 21

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Courtesy of The Attico

Pictured: The Attico Resort 21

Shop the trend:
Jacquemus Laurier Draped Linen-Blend Midi Corset Dress ($835)
Reformation Houston Open-Back Crepe Maxi Dress ( $218) $131
Mango Jersey Bodycon Dress ($120)
Good American Ribbed Mock Neck Long Sleeve Midi Dress ($119)

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This story originally appeared on: WhoWhatWear - Author:Kristen Nichols