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When we want something that’s comfy, or to look professional without traditionally professional-looking, or perhaps even when we can’t think of anything to wear, the dress is what we often reach for during these moments.
At the runways of SS19, we’ve seen many: Rochas served us with cinched waist silk pieces, Markus Lupfer gave the classic t-shirt dress a nautical refresher and Valentino feminised the silhouette further with pleats. The only difference between these dresses and those that come before it is that they are ageless and forever. In other words, they’ll look as good on baby boomers as on younger women.
The no-brainer dress comes in a variety of styles: From belted to t-neck, column to shirt, you’re bound to find one that you’ll fall in love with, over and over again. Shop our top picks below if you’re looking to make maximum impact with minimal effort — because power-dressing just got real. Pun intended.
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ss19 no brainer dress gallery
Zara frilly maxi dress, S$119
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Featuring a bright red hue from top to toe (literally), this number is definitely not for the faint-hearted. Tame this bold baby down with black or brown accessories to make it office-appropriate.
Rejina Pyo striped cotton-blend midi dress, £475 (S$846), from Net-a-Porter
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Drawing inspiration from her close family and friends, Rejina Pyo experimented with bold colours, prints and silhouettes for this shirt dress. Finish this casual piece with a pair of black stilettos for work.
Marni belted cotton and linen-blend twill midi dress, £1,160 (S$2,065), from Net-a-Porter
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Francesco Risso, the creative mind behind Marni, looked to painters and sculptors for his SS19 collection: This number features a thick cotton material that’s used to mimic a painting canvas. Complement its bouffant bottom with a pair of mid-heel sandals and a large top handle bag.
Joseph checked silk-satin midi dress, US$568 (S$769), from Matchesfashion
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Crafted from a silk-satin material that’s adorned with kaleidoscopic checkered patterns, this Joseph midi dress is a classic piece that’s twisted with an edge. Rock it with a tan coloured saddle bag and a pair of nude sneakers.
Zara floral printed shirt dress, S$99.90
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Featuring a floral printed upper and a smart shirt collar, this number exudes hints of girly and edgy at the same time. Wear this piece with a pair of flat slides on casual Fridays.
Ellery stretch-crepe turtleneck midi dress, £1,178 (S$2,097), from Net-a-Porter
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Female empowerment is a design notion that Kym Ellery bears in mind whenever she whips up a new collection, and this dress is all about providing women both comfort and confidence. Featuring a baby blue stretch crepe material, finish yours with a pair of leather brogues and a crossbody bag for that touch of gravitas.
COS voluminous asymmetric cotton blend dress, price available upon request
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Etro striped silk crepe de chine midi dress, £1,060 (S$1,887), from Net-a-Porter
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Cut in a streamlined silhouette that’s timeless and stylish, this Etro dress was injected with an array of vibrant colours for a playful twist. Wear this with a black blazer and a pair of leather loafers to your workplace.
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