The clocks have gone back, the evenings draw in before you’ve even left the office, and there’s a chill in the air that signals winter’s arrival. Yet it’s not all gloom and grey skies; this time of year also brings a sense of cosiness and comfort. The season of layering, rich textures and quietly luxurious dressing is here – and with it, the perfect excuse to refresh your wardrobe for the colder months ahead.
With temperatures slipping into single figures, reaching for anything beyond knitwear, wool coats and sturdy winter boots might feel ambitious. But as diaries fill with office parties, festive dinners and winter weddings, now is the time to turn your attention to the best dresses for winter.
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This is the moment to lean into weightier fabrics (like denim, wool and thick jersey), longer hemlines, and deep, moody hues. Think: soft-knitted midis, sleek high-neck styles and the occasional satin slip – all perfect for both workdays and wintry evenings out.
As well as paying attention to fabrication, you’ll want to develop a layering strategy to maximise your dress’s potential for warmth. Uniqlo’s thermal long-sleeved tops, not to mention turtlenecks, are made for such occasions. Start with either of those in a contrasting shade or something neutral, before layering your dress, a fine-gauge cardigan and a 100 per cent wool coat on top. Trust us, even if your frock doesn’t have sleeves, you’ll be snug.
Scroll on to discover Vogue’s edit of the best winter dresses to wear now – with new additions each month as we move deeper into the season.
