Midi dresses are one of our favorite wardrobe essentials in any season. Unlike other fashion styles, a good midi dress oozes effortless elegance — giving you a robust and totally put-together outfit with little to no effort. Even better: the style can also be incredibly comfortable — assuming you have the right one on-hand in your closet, of course.

With all of the changes we’ve seen in fashion over the last few years — many, brought forth by the pandemic — it feels as if new life has been breathed into the casual style category. Suddenly all of our favorite clothing pieces like jeans, tees, and yes, even dresses, have been updated with a more relaxed and lounge-worthy touch. But hey, we’re not complaining! In fact, we’re even more excited to tap into the casual fashion trend this fall with a few, new comfortable midi dresses of our own.

If you (like us) are also hoping to jump on the comfort bandwagon, you’ve come to right place — as we created your ultimate guide to the comfiest midi dresses for the season. We searched through every corner of the internet to bring you the very best options that are both cute and casual. Whether you’re lounging on your sofa or going for a long walk, there is definitely something for everyone.

Take a look at our must haves, and treat yourself to something new. These pieces are great for customers who are all about smartly designed pieces you want to wear over and over again. Pretty releases like these won’t stick around for long, so it’s time to get your shop on.

— Additional reporting by Macy Williams