These Fall Work Dresses Make It Easy to Master Classically Chic Office Style

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H&M Draped Mock Turtleneck Dress

Draped Mock Turtleneck Dress

Red fever continues into the fall. Paired with a blazer and a trendy pendant necklace, this versatile dress will work wonders in your wardrobe.

Proenza Schouler Zola Belted Midi Dress

Zola Belted Midi Dress

Ease your way into turtleneck season with a sleeveless design in a soft, cozy fabric.

COS Scarf Detail Wool Maxi Dress

Scarf Detail Wool Maxi Dress

A two-in-one dress like this scarf-draped design adds a layer of interest with minimal effort.

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Zoe and Claire Side Knot Stripe Shirtdress

Side Knot Stripe Shirtdress

Shirtdresses are a reliable staple for the office. This one earns bonus points thanks to its wrap design and pretty stripes.

Ulla Johnson Calais Silk Midi Dress

Calais Silk Midi Dress

Count on Ulla Johnson to make paisley print look elegant. This one features a swirled design that’s complemented with a timeless silhouette.

Veronica Beard Goldie Midi Shirtdress

Goldie Midi Shirtdress

For an understated fashion statement that feels timeless, add Veronica Beard’s bestseller to your workwear roster.

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By Anthropologie The Maya Ruched Cowl-Neck Dress: Textured Edition

The Maya Ruched Cowl-Neck Dress: Textured Edition

Warm chocolate shades help to define the season. Pair this one with your favorite fall boots and trench coat for an instantly put together look.

Farm Rio Tie Front Long-Sleeve Shirtdress

Tie Front Long-Sleeve Shirtdress

Not completely ready to say goodbye to the summer? Farm Rio’s tropical print dress is the perfect in-between addition to keep in rotation this fall.

Reformation Galene Dress

Galene Dress

For a vintage-inspired moment, pair with this mini with a pair of tights and a cute pair of kitten heels.

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Khaite Cassette Dress

Cassette Dress

In a ready-to-handle-business gray hue, this Khaite dress will be the hero in your office wardrobe.

Mango Printed Dress With Draped Detail

Printed Dress With Draped Detail

Throw a blazer on top, and you have a dress that goes from the office to dinner.

Toccin Blakely Crewneck Dress

Blakely Crewneck Dress

Here’s a dress that mimics the features of your favorite crewneck shirt in an elevated way.

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Staud Roland Dress

Roland Dress

Every closet needs at least one sweater dress to get through the fall. Staud’s take is a favorite thanks to its on-trend polo design.

J.Crew Cinched-Waist Utility Dress

Cinched-Waist Utility Dress

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The utilitarian chic trend lives on with the help of this belted dress (which has oversized pockets!).

Ulla Johnson Anouk Wrap Dress

Anouk Wrap Dress

A wrap dress is an office classic. When paired with Ulla Johnson’s window pane print, it feels refreshingly exciting again.

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Tory Burch Box-Pleated Cotton Dress

Box-Pleated Cotton Dress

With beautiful pleating, Tory Burch redefines the work-appropriate shirtdress in the best way possible.

Emilia Wickstead Jody Denim Midi Dress

Jody Denim Midi Dress

Sure, denim isn’t the first material that comes to mind when thinking about office style. But Emilia Wickstead upgrades it by adding sharp lapels, a nipped waist, and a pleated skirt.

Banana Republic Merino-Blend Sweater Dress

Merino-Blend Sweater Dress

Again, there’s no better purchase than a sleek sweater dress. Banana Republic’s knitted frock has a matching sweater that’s also worthy of adding to cart.

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Simkhai Fairfax Sleeveless Stripe Knit Midi Dress

Fairfax Sleeveless Stripe Knit Midi Dress

Bring your knit season to the next level with Simkhai’s modern take on the striped dress.

Etro Patchwork Paisley Long Sleeve Shirtdress

Patchwork Paisley Long Sleeve Shirtdress

Who says office attire has to be boring? Certainly not Etro, with its artistic take on the polo dress.

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