Button Down Dresses
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A button down dress is the easiest way to look polished with almost no effort. Our edit covers striped and plain shirt dresses, a knitted midi, a bodycon mini and a sleeveless denim style. Wear them buttoned up as dresses or open over jeans and a top.
Button down dresses for women: shirt styles and knits
The striped shirt dress has crisp blue and white stripes, a turn-down collar and a matching tie belt that shapes the waist. The long-sleeve button front shirt dress is cut like an oversized shirt, in white or khaki, with a curved hem that is longer at the back. The cotton linen shirt dress comes in five shades and feels light and breathable. For something warmer, the button front knitted midi dress in khaki green is soft, cosy and easy to wear with boots.
Button down dress midi lengths
A midi length looks elegant at work and relaxed at the weekend, and it pairs well with flat shoes. The knitted midi and the striped shirt dress both fall below the knee for a graceful line. Add a belt to define the waist or leave them loose for an easy, relaxed shape that skims the figure. With tights and ankle boots they carry on happily through the colder months.
Denim, bodycon and contrast collar styles
The sleeveless denim mini is a casual buttoned style that looks great over a fitted roll neck or a crisp white T-shirt. The knitted bodycon mini hugs the figure and comes in black, grey and khaki green. The contrast collar knitted dress adds a crisp collar to a soft knit, a smart look for the office. Each of these styles buttons at the front, so they are easy to put on and take off.
From Maria & Denis
How we pick a button down womens dress
We start with the buttons, because they should sit flat, close neatly and never gape across the bust. We check that the placket lies straight from collar to hem and that the fabric does not pull between the buttons when you sit. Collars need to keep their shape, so we look at how they sit after a wash and whether the points still lie flat. Only dresses that pass these checks make it onto the page.
Our favourite ways to style them
We like a shirt dress worn open over straight jeans and a white tee for an easy weekend look. For work, the striped dress with loafers and a structured bag feels smart without trying. The knitted styles look lovely with knee boots and a long wool coat on cold mornings. Roll the sleeves, add a belt or swap shoes, and the same dress takes you from day to evening.
Care, sizing and returns
Most shirt dresses can go in a gentle wash at 30 degrees and hang to dry, while the knits prefer cool water and drying flat. Button the dress before washing so the placket keeps its shape. To pick a size, measure a dress or shirt you own and compare it with the size chart on the product page. Every order travels free to UK addresses, and you can send a dress back within 30 days if you change your mind.
Frequently asked questions: Button Down Dresses
How do you style a dress with buttons down the front?
Wear it fully buttoned with a belt for a classic shape, or leave the bottom two buttons open for an easier stride. A shirt dress also works open over jeans and a fitted top, like a long lightweight jacket. Roll the sleeves and add loafers or white trainers for a relaxed look.
Is a button down dress suitable for work?
Yes. A plain or striped shirt dress with a collar looks smart and professional, especially with loafers, a structured bag and a fine knit over the shoulders. Knitted button front midi styles are a softer option for colder days in the office.
What should I wear under a button down dress?
Choose smooth, seamless underwear in a shade close to your skin tone, so nothing shows through pale fabrics. On cooler days a thin roll neck or long-sleeve top under a sleeveless denim style adds warmth. Opaque tights help the dress work in autumn and winter.
How do I stop a button down dress from gaping?
Pick your size by comparing the chest measurement on the size chart with a dress you already own, rather than guessing. A belt at the waist also helps the front sit flat and closed. If gaping is a worry, a relaxed oversized shirt dress gives the most room across the bust.