Maxi Dresses for Every Occasion

It’s clear that maxi dresses are comfortable and stylish, but can you pull of these flirty pieces everywhere? The answer is yes! There’s a maxi dress for every occasion and ways to dress your maxi dress to transform it from day to night. Depending on the style, color, and complimentary pieces your comfy dress can become a sundress at the beach or a gown for special dinner with friends. Check out these cute styles and accessories for any possible circumstance.

Alright, so you know the girls who when they find that one shirt, pant, or dress they like they buy one in every color? Well, I must say I have a similar habit. I like to buy a maxi dress in every style they have. I don’t have this problem with tops or bottoms—I actually find variety refreshing. But when it comes to maxi dresses my eye gravitates to every one I see in the stores. I just have to have them all, one for having lunch with my girlfriends, one for having lunch with my parents, one for going to the supermarket, one for a night out dancing, and the list goes on and on. So, it seems fitting that I show you the every style of maxi dresses!

A favorite place of mine to shop for flirty and fun dresses is at Victoria Secret. Check this one out from Victoria Secret for $69 in Orange Juice. This is a really versatile dress, but I think it’s absolutely perfect for a casual day out in the sun. I could see this maxi dress worn out to a day of shopping or eating lunch on a restaurant patio. Pair this pretty dress with a beautiful turquoise necklace such as this one from Nordstrom for $48 and a bold gold watch like this one from Michael Korrs at $250.

One of the most popular places to wear a dress is to more formal places such as weddings, anniversaries, work functions, and birthdays. Maxi dresses are a great way to look formal with the long style without looking like your wearing a pageant dress. Instead of the “little black dress”, try this “long black dress” by Mason by Michelle Mason for $748. The ruffles are fun, yet still formal and elegant. Compliment this lightweight dress with a heavy and bold piece like this from Rachel Leigh for $188. And for add some drama to your toes with these strappy by Givenchy for $588.

Another great way to wear a maxi dress is in the office. Working a 9 to 5 might not seem so treacherous if you’re in a dress that looks like a gem but feels like a nightie. Don’t be afraid of a little print, in fact, embrace it! This dress from Aqua Tribal for $78 is sophisticated and stylish. Make this dress look perfect for the boardroom with a blazer such as this one from Elizabeth and James for $395, some black cutout pumps like these from Pollini for $528 and this really great Jack Rabbit crossbody bag for $595.

Accessory pieces are a great way to jazz up a plain maxi dress and make that dress you wore to the beach appropriate for a dinner out with the parents. Some casual accessories that a perfect for coupling with your maxi dress you could try would be simple pendant necklaces like this Pocket watch necklace from Urban Outfitters at $28 or this Teal Gold Pendant Necklace for $4.80 at Forever21. Sandals are a smart way to look chic and stay comfortable. These floral sandals from Steve Madden are bright and charming and at $49.95, great in every color!

Take the maxi dress into the night with some bold and flashy accessories. These dramatic statement earrings from Forever21 are glamorous and affordable at only $8.80. Some colorful heels like these from Topshop at $70 will definitely catch some eyes wherever you go. And you can’t forget to bring a handbag with you to keep your lipgloss and cellphone in. Go for a small and sparkly clutch like this from Urban mix for $140, it’s shouts old Hollywood glamour and is the perfect choice for a enchanting evening look.