11 Super Comfortable Loose Dresses Under $250 For Every Occasion
Whether you’re headed out to dinner, or just lounging at home, you could use a comfy and loose dress. Here are 11 to pick from
You know that familiar feeling. Maybe you’ve had a bit too much from the snack platter, and you can feel your dress pressing up against your skin. Or maybe you’re melting into the sofa on a lazy Sunday, but whatever you’re wearing is constantly getting caught in strange manners that result in you constantly fidgeting around.
The truth is that we could all do with one more loose dress in our wardrobe, and to help you find your next flared-out frock, we’ve rounded up 11 of our current faves, and why we love ‘em.
We’re huge fans of local label Rye and their brand of effortless, functional ease. This is best demonstrated in this cocoon-shaped dress. With plenty of ease and give around the waist and hips, it’s a fabulous number that can be easily dressed up or down.
How loose is it? If your food baby had its own food baby, no one would know.
Known for her pleated confections, this searing green dress mixes different pleat widths to create an interesting flared shape. Perfect for days when you need a work outfit sorted in under a minute.
How loose is it? Loose enough to fit all of your motivation to go to work instead of calling in sick (which is a lot)
Aside from wearing this button-down dress on it’s own, try remixing it by leaving the last few buttons open, and slipping on a pair of blue jeans. Finish with your pointiest pair of pumps.
How loose is it? You could probably hold the answer to world peace underneath it – it’s that loose.
Everyone needs a chic white dress to throw on for those quick lunch runs, and this one fits the bill perfectly. Pair with chic gladiator sandals and your trusty basket bag.
How loose is it? It’s so loose, you could hide your food baby and leftovers from that second round of truffle fries easily.
This Korean designer has dressed BTS and Doja Cat, and now, MINJUKIM’s going make sure you can party with ease, thanks to this cocoon-shaped mini dress in a gorgeously lush shade of emerald fabric. Accentuate it with statement earrings and a pop of colour on your lips.
How loose is it? Sneak a couple of servings of tteokbokki and jjamppong and no one would be the wiser.
Known for their exuberant prints and patterns, Our Second Nature delivers yet another summer dress hit with this linen number. Plus, the use of linen is great for our hot weather, as it helps regulate your body temperature.
How loose is it? You could probably stash an air conditioner underneath on those extra hot days and no one would be the wiser.
Meet the perfect shift dress for work. Cut in a feminine shade of cornflower blue, this dress comes with pleats worked into the back for extra volume and an exaggerated pocket that dips to the side. It’s architectural, minimalist and completely wearable.
How loose is it? Sneak a few snack bars from the office pantry underneath it (or in that giant pocket)! We won’t tell.
The classic slip dress gets a cute twist with ruffled panels that gently cascade down the length of the dress. It’s a versatile design, so team with sneakers for a casual look, or glam it up with a statement necklace when heading out for your dinner date.
How loose is it? You could just carry said sneakers and statement necklace underneath, and switch up your look on the go!
Head out for the night in absolute comfort with a statement cocktail frock in head-turning metallic zebra stripes. The mixture of copper and bronze tones here helps to elevate it so it doesn’t feel like you’re on a safari hunt, and the smocked skirt helps add a little sass and swish.
How loose is it? Hide a couple of confetti cannons underneath. Who doesn’t love confetti!
Gathered Metallic Striped Cotton-Blend Mini Dress, US$150 ($206), Black Halo at The Outnet
Have a party after work to attend? Then this frock is a one-piece wonder. The metallic accents are just subtle enough to be worn at the office without attracting attention, but after dark, they liven up your LBD.
How loose is it? Strap a mini foldable chair underneath, so when you’re tired at aforementioned party, you’ve got your seating solution.
Look again at this printed green dress, and you’ll realise that the optical pattern is highlighted by wavy slivers of sequins that pick up the light as you dance the night away.
How loose is it? All your post-work cocktails (and the dinner to follow).
Text: Aaron Kok/ Her World