Casual dresses should be comfortable, but never compromise on style. Update your weekend wardrobe with our pick of the best styles to buy now...
Casual dresses are not only the perfect go-to garment for off-duty dressing, but they can be smartened up in seconds with a little careful accessorising.
Think shirt dresses teamed with bold trainers, power prints paired with luxe-looking ankle boots - we think trading in your fail-safe jeans in favour of a super-chic, off-duty dress will serve your weekend wardrobe well.
We're In Love With These Casual Dresses...
Check out our edit of the best styles to buy now...
MIH Dancing Swiss Dot Cotton Mini Dress, £325
White shirts are no longer restricted to the work place, and have become one of our favourite ways to nail off-duty dressing.If you fancy taking on this trend, why not snap up this cotton dress? Just add a bold lip and some tortoiseshell sunnies to complete your look.
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Topshop Monochrome Floral Dress, £40
We love the shape of this dress. The square neckline feels slightly boho, while the monochrome floral print brings this style bang up to date.
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H&M Patterned Dress, £34.99
This printed dress is one of our favourites. Wear with flats and a leather jacket for the weekend, or for a more glamorous look, just add some platform sandals.
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Cos Denim Look Shirt Dress, £69
Denim dresses can work for your wardrobe all year round, and we think this button-up shirt style will be your go-to for any casual occasion.
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J.Crew Silk Striped Dress, £170
Get your racing stripes on for the J.Crew Silk Striped Dress with its suitably cool atheletic edge, just softened by a luxe-feeling silk texture.
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Zara Grey Knit Dress, £39.99
Knitted dresses don't come much cooler than this. Go all out and opt for bare legs and slides for a winning weekend look.
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Band Of Outsiders Floral Print Dress, £410
Floral dresses can be cool, and this floaty frock from Band Of Outsiders proves it. Make like Alexa Chung and team yours with an oversized leather jacket and some ankle boots.
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Topshop Tie Side Midi Dress, £85
This may look smart, but this square neck dress with tie-side detail is a great choice for the weekend. Team with slides and sunnies to complete the look.
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Hobbs NW3 Iona Dress, £55
Team your Hobbs NW3 Iona Dress with some brown ankle boots to give this sweet little day dress a biker edge.
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Suno Printed Cotton Poplin Dress, £410
This Suno sun dress has totally won us over, the stripe print and A-line design is oh-so-chic, and we think would look amazing paired with some white clogs and a red lip.
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Equipment Naomi Washed Silk Mini Dress, £295
Equipment have pretty much nailed the off-duty shirt, and have now expanded their collections to include dresses. We couldn't be happier.
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H&M Printed Day Dress, £34.99
This printed day dress from H&M is all kinds of cool, We love the graphic print, while the mid-length sleeves and loose-fit shape is ideal for the weekend.
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MIH Jeans Chambray Dress, £245
MIH have expanded and now includes a range of desirable dresses that we can't wait to get our hands on. This chambray style is a great update for your denim wardrobe.
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Monki Telly Dress, £30
Colour pop in the Monki Telly Dress with its strong hit of vibrant orange. Dress it up with a statement necklace or dress it down with some chic spring sandals.
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Michael Michael Kors Printed Georgette Mini Dress, £155
This boho-style dress will update your weekend wardrobe in an instant. Just add some black leather sandals and some loose waves and you're good to go. Whilst you're here, why not check out the latest Michael Kors discounts?
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Whistles Stripe Midi Dress, £95
Stripe midi-dresses like this were made for off-duty dressing. Pair yours with some ankle boots and a denim jacket. Just add some delicate gold jewellery and a coral lip for maximum results.
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Miss Selfridge Denim Dress, £35
This denim dress will be your go-to for a chic, day-time look. We love the light blue shade and think the silver popper detailing and fit-and-flare skirt will create a super-flattering look in an instant.
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H&M Short Sleeve Dress, £34.99
Monochrome, sporty and a total bargain - this H&M dress is everything we expect a casual dress to be, and more.
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Warehouse Floral Textured Dress, £38
One of our favourite dress shapes - this loose-fit, t-shirt style can be thrown on and paired with a denim jacket for ann instant off-duty look.
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Zara Printed Dress, £35.99
Animal prints are back, and with that comes a sea of prints to choose from. This updated leopard style has totally won us over, and is a bit of a bargain, too.
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Marks And Spencer Black Dress, £45
Opt for this utility style if you're after a figure-flattering dress. We think this is ideal for dressing up or down, and would look amazing teamed with some white Birkenstock sandals and an oversized clutch.
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H&M Blue Midi, £29.99
Shirt-dresses are a wardrobe staple, and this 70's style from H&M will prove a worthy investment if the new-seaosn catwalks are anything to by.
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Cos Dress With Nipped In Neckline, £55
Grey is the new-season neutral, pair with lashings of pinks and pale blue for winning results.
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Matthew Williamson Merino Wool Mini Dress, £375
Be bold and opt for this red jumper to liven up your wardrobe. Team with plimsolls and a trench to complete your look.
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Whistles Linen Blend Dress, £185
Dungaree-style dresses are a chic off-duty option. Wear with a breton underneath and a pair of nike trainers for a super-cool look.
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Topshop Toile Feather Print Shirt Dress, £55
Forget sensible shirt-dresses, this floaty feather print one from Topshop is the style to go for. Wear with everything from trainers to mules.
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Richard Nicoll Paneled Cotton Sweatshirt Dress, £255
Sweater dresses can be chic, and if you're looking to really score some sartorial style points - this Richard Nicoll style is the one for you.
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H&M Cotton Tunic With Lace, £29.99
Channel the boho-look with this white tunic dress. Ideal for the end-of-summer weather, this beautiful white style would look amazing paired with a tan strappy sandal and some delicate gold jewellery.
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Oasis Stripe Column Dress, £55
Nothing says weekend-wear like stripes, and this contrasting stripe dress is a winner. Team with a bold red lip and some slides to complete your look.
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Toast Ottoman Dress, £129
Toast are a great destination for casual dressing, and this grey tunic style dress all but proves it. Brighten up this look with a red lip and a slick of black eyeliner.
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