The prettiest and most versatile maxi dresses you can wear for day and night

This elegant maxi by Paco Rabanne is a fit-and-flare statement dress that’s so versatile for events, be it brunch afternoons or work meetings. The swirl-linked paisley motif also adds an original yet clever reference to the label’s infamous chainmail designs.

Designed for the absolute minimalist, this ribbed-knit maxi dress by Totême features a flattering body-hugging silhouette and racer-style neckline that’ll always be cool for the summer.

Mastering bohemian-chic designs, PatBo‘s latest cotton-blend mesh maxi dress from its Spring 2020 collection is simply irresistible and will let you show off your best assets, thanks to both its plunging neckline and forgiving cutouts placed in strategic areas.

The Parisian label never fails to nail timeless and artistic designs and their recent Epicurus loose-fitting wrap dress is a testament to that. We love the beautiful watercolour-inspired stripe pattern in warm-toned hues.

Turn up the drama in Roksanda‘s ivory silk gown with its trademark oversized ruched sleeves.

Loved by celebrities from the likes of Katy Perry to Alessandra Ambrosio, Eywasouls Malibu‘s latest Kimi maxi dress made from lily-strewn chiffon brings the garden party spirit to you. Think delicate butterfly sleeves and romantic ruffles paired with a floral wrap-like bodice design.

(Read also “Floral Dresses Inspired By Those Spotted On Crash Landing On You Stars“)

As linen continues to remain a huge style trend these days, it’s now the time to break the bank a little with this effortless STAUD number that comes in a classic shirtdress silhouette.

Delighting in a stunning shade of green, Lisa Marie Fernandez plays with lightweight linen, inverted pleats and a kaftan silhouette for this sophisticated maxi dress.

Channel your inner ballerina with this abstract design featuring dancers (recycled from sketches by Central Saint Martins postgraduates at a Mcqueen workshop) that has been artfully strewn across this silk crepe de chine gown.

Neutrals don’t have to be boring, and this cotton-poplin maxi dress by Nicholas is anything but – especially with its subtle cut-out design and voluminous tiered maxi hemline.

Italian Maison Missoni echoes carefree days of summer with this gorgeous multi-coloured floral maxi dress.

This flowy khaki-green maxi dress by cult label Jacquemus is just the closet staple you need for lazy days when you want to look as though you’ve put in the effort.

From the high neck to the balloon sleeves, Zimmermann took its references from the past and re-worked them for the modern woman with this pink abstract print maxi dress.

This article was first published in Harper’s Bazaar Singapore.

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