50 Off-Duty Dresses To Update Your Weekend Wardrobe

Casual dresses should be comfortable, but never compromise on style. Update your weekend wardrobe with our pick of the best styles to buy now...

Casual Dress
Casual Dress
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Casual dresses should be comfortable, but never compromise on style. Update your weekend wardrobe with our pick of the best styles to buy now...

Casual dresses are not only the perfect go-to garment for off-duty dressing, but they can be smartened up in seconds with a little careful accessorising.

Think shirt dresses teamed with bold trainers, power prints paired with luxe-looking ankle boots - we think trading in your fail-safe jeans in favour of a super-chic, off-duty dress will serve your weekend wardrobe well.

We're In Love With These Casual Dresses...

We're In Love With These Casual Dresses...

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MIH Dancing Swiss Dot Cotton Mini Dress, £325

MIH Dancing Swiss Dot Cotton Mini Dress, £325

MIH Jeans Dancing Swiss Dot Cotton Mini

White shirts are no longer restricted to the work place, and have become one of our favourite ways to nail off-duty dressing.If you fancy taking on this trend, why not snap up this cotton dress? Just add a bold lip and some tortoiseshell sunnies to complete your look.

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Topshop Monochrome Floral Dress, £40

Topshop Monochrome Floral Dress, £40

Topshop Monochrome Floral

We love the shape of this dress. The square neckline feels slightly boho, while the monochrome floral print brings this style bang up to date.

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H&M Patterned Dress, £34.99

H&M Patterned Dress, £34.99

H&M Patterned Dress

This printed dress is one of our favourites. Wear with flats and a leather jacket for the weekend, or for a more glamorous look, just add some platform sandals.

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Cos Denim Look Shirt Dress, £69

Cos Denim Look Shirt Dress, £69

Cos Denim Look Shirt Dress

Denim dresses can work for your wardrobe all year round, and we think this button-up shirt style will be your go-to for any casual occasion.

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J.Crew Silk Striped Dress, £170

J.Crew Silk Striped Dress, £170

J.Crew Silk Striped Dress

Get your racing stripes on for the J.Crew Silk Striped Dress with its suitably cool atheletic edge, just softened by a luxe-feeling silk texture.

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Zara Grey Knit Dress, £39.99

Zara Grey Knit Dress, £39.99

Zara Grey Knit Dress

Knitted dresses don't come much cooler than this. Go all out and opt for bare legs and slides for a winning weekend look.

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Band Of Outsiders Floral Print Dress, £410

Band Of Outsiders Floral Print Dress, £410

Band Of Outsiders Floral Print Dress

Floral dresses can be cool, and this floaty frock from Band Of Outsiders proves it. Make like Alexa Chung and team yours with an oversized leather jacket and some ankle boots.

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Topshop Tie Side Midi Dress, £85

Topshop Tie Side Midi Dress, £85

Topshop Tie Side Midi Dress

This may look smart, but this square neck dress with tie-side detail is a great choice for the weekend. Team with slides and sunnies to complete the look.

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Hobbs NW3 Iona Dress, £55

Hobbs NW3 Iona Dress, £55

Hobbs NW3 Iona Dress

Team your Hobbs NW3 Iona Dress with some brown ankle boots to give this sweet little day dress a biker edge.

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Suno Printed Cotton Poplin Dress, £410

Suno Printed Cotton Poplin Dress, £410

Suno Printed Cotton Poplin Dress

This Suno sun dress has totally won us over, the stripe print and A-line design is oh-so-chic, and we think would look amazing paired with some white clogs and a red lip.

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Equipment Naomi Washed Silk Mini Dress, £295

Equipment Naomi Washed Silk Mini Dress, £295

Equipment Naomi Washed Silk Mini Dress

Equipment have pretty much nailed the off-duty shirt, and have now expanded their collections to include dresses. We couldn't be happier.

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H&M Printed Day Dress, £34.99

H&M Printed Day Dress, £34.99

H&M Printed Day Dress

This printed day dress from H&M is all kinds of cool, We love the graphic print, while the mid-length sleeves and loose-fit shape is ideal for the weekend.

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MIH Jeans Chambray Dress, £245

MIH Jeans Chambray Dress, £245

MIH Jeans Chambray Dress

MIH have expanded and now includes a range of desirable dresses that we can't wait to get our hands on. This chambray style is a great update for your denim wardrobe.

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Monki Telly Dress, £30

Monki Telly Dress, £30

Monki Telly Dress

Colour pop in the Monki Telly Dress with its strong hit of vibrant orange. Dress it up with a statement necklace or dress it down with some chic spring sandals.

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Michael Michael Kors Printed Georgette Mini Dress, £155

Michael Michael Kors Printed Georgette Mini Dress, £155

Michael Michael Kors Printed Georgette Mini Dress

This boho-style dress will update your weekend wardrobe in an instant. Just add some black leather sandals and some loose waves and you're good to go. Whilst you're here, why not check out the latest Michael Kors discounts?  
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Whistles Stripe Midi Dress, £95

Whistles Stripe Midi Dress, £95

Whistles Stripe Midi Dress

Stripe midi-dresses like this were made for off-duty dressing. Pair yours with some ankle boots and a denim jacket. Just add some delicate gold jewellery and a coral lip for maximum results.

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Miss Selfridge Denim Dress, £35

Miss Selfridge Denim Dress, £35

Miss Selfridge Denim Dress

This denim dress will be your go-to for a chic, day-time look. We love the light blue shade and think the silver popper detailing and fit-and-flare skirt will create a super-flattering look in an instant.

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H&M Short Sleeve Dress, £34.99

H&M Short Sleeve Dress, £34.99

H&M Short Sleeve Dress

Monochrome, sporty and a total bargain - this H&M dress is everything we expect a casual dress to be, and more.

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Warehouse Floral Textured Dress, £38

Warehouse Floral Textured Dress, £38

Warehouse Floral Textured Dress

One of our favourite dress shapes - this loose-fit, t-shirt style can be thrown on and paired with a denim jacket for ann instant off-duty look.

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Zara Printed Dress, £35.99

Zara Printed Dress, £35.99

Zara Printed Dress

Animal prints are back, and with that comes a sea of prints to choose from. This updated leopard style has totally won us over, and is a bit of a bargain, too.

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Marks And Spencer Black Dress, £45

Marks And Spencer Black Dress, £45

Marks And Spencer Black Dress

Opt for this utility style if you're after a figure-flattering dress. We think this is ideal for dressing up or down, and would look amazing teamed with some white Birkenstock sandals and an oversized clutch.

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H&M Blue Midi, £29.99

H&M Blue Midi, £29.99

H&M Blue Midi

Shirt-dresses are a wardrobe staple, and this 70's style from H&M will prove a worthy investment if the new-seaosn catwalks are anything to by.

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Cos Dress With Nipped In Neckline, £55

Cos Dress With Nipped In Neckline, £55

Cos Dress With Nipped In Neckline

Grey is the new-season neutral, pair with lashings of pinks and pale blue for winning results.

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Matthew Williamson Merino Wool Mini Dress, £375

Matthew Williamson Merino Wool Mini Dress, £375

Matthew Williamson Merino Wool Mini Dress

Be bold and opt for this red jumper to liven up your wardrobe. Team with plimsolls and a trench to complete your look.

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Whistles Linen Blend Dress, £185

Whistles Linen Blend Dress, £185

Whistles Linen Blend Dress

Dungaree-style dresses are a chic off-duty option. Wear with a breton underneath and a pair of nike trainers for a super-cool look.

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Topshop Toile Feather Print Shirt Dress, £55

Topshop Toile Feather Print Shirt Dress, £55

Topshop Toile Feather Print Shirt Dress

Forget sensible shirt-dresses, this floaty feather print one from Topshop is the style to go for. Wear with everything from trainers to mules.

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Richard Nicoll Paneled Cotton Sweatshirt Dress, £255

Richard Nicoll Paneled Cotton Sweatshirt Dress, £255

Richard Nicoll Paneled Cotton Sweatshirt Dress

Sweater dresses can be chic, and if you're looking to really score some sartorial style points - this Richard Nicoll style is the one for you.

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H&M Cotton Tunic With Lace, £29.99

H&M Cotton Tunic With Lace, £29.99

H&M Cotton Tunic With Lac

Channel the boho-look with this white tunic dress. Ideal for the end-of-summer weather, this beautiful white style would look amazing paired with a tan strappy sandal and some delicate gold jewellery.

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Oasis Stripe Column Dress, £55

Oasis Stripe Column Dress, £55

Oasis Stripe Column Dress

Nothing says weekend-wear like stripes, and this contrasting stripe dress is a winner. Team with a bold red lip and some slides to complete your look.

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Toast Ottoman Dress, £129

Toast Ottoman Dress, £129

Toast Ottoman Dress

Toast are a great destination for casual dressing, and this grey tunic style dress all but proves it. Brighten up this look with a red lip and a slick of black eyeliner.
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Warehouse Multi Print, £48

Warehouse Multi Print, £48

Warehouse Multi Print

Stripe and print work well together, and this power print is guaranteed to liven up even the most casual affair.

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Topshop Pleated Ditsy Print Dress, £48

Topshop Pleated Ditsy Print Dress, £48

Topshop Pleated Ditsy Print Dress

Pleats can be casual. This tea dress not only has a chic pleat-detaill skirt but the pretty pattern is a little bit lovely, too.

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Whistles Hilary Utility Shirt Dress, £145

Whistles Hilary Utility Shirt Dress, £145

Whistles Hilary Utility Shirt Dress

This utility shirt dress has your casual style covered. And we think this chic style would work equally well for the office, too.

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Marks And Spencer Printed Dress, £45

Marks And Spencer Printed Dress, £45

Marks And Spencer Printed Dress

Opting for a print is always a wise choice, and M&S have offered up this cool t-shirt style that we think is just a little bit perfect.

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Warehouse Double Layer Camsiole, £30

Warehouse Double Layer Camsiole, £30

Warehouse Double Layer Camsiole

Cami dresses can be chic and this double-layer style from Warehouse proves it. Just add a coral lip and slides and you're good to go.

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Sacai Luck Stripe Dress, £210

Sacai Luck Stripe Dress, £210

Sacai Luck Stripe Dress

Go classic and opt for this stripe style for a chic weekend look. Team with some tan flats and a super-size shopper to complete your look.

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H&M Printed Dress, £19.99

H&M Printed Dress, £19.99

H&M Printed Dress

H&M is our go-to for purse-friendly dresses, and this blush printed style is one of our favourites.

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Topshop Boutique Bleach Denim Dress, £55

Topshop Boutique Bleach Denim Dress, £55

Topshop Boutique Bleach Denim Dress

Bleach denim is a great way to update your collection. And we think this one will look just as great with bare legs now, as it will with tights in winter. What's not to love?

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Cos Textured Striped Dress, £45

Cos Textured Striped Dress, £45

Cos Textured Striped Dress

You can't go far wrong with a stripe dress and this t-shirt style will transform your weekend wardrobe. Opt for flats and some oversized sunnies to nail your off-duty look.

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Warehouse Texture Print Dress, £35

Warehouse Texture Print Dress, £35

Warehouse Texture Print Dress

Update your 2014 day dress collection with pleats. Easy. A finely folded skirt is not only feminine but also, totaly moveable.

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H&M Short Dress, £9.99

H&M Short Dress, £9.99

H&M Short Dress

Summer is still firmly upon us, so much so, we think snapping up this little sun dress will serve your wardrobe well.

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Topshop Moto Denim Dress, £38

Topshop Moto Denim Dress, £38

Topshop Moto Denim Dress

For a quick and chic look - go for this denim pocket dress from Topshop. Just add espadrilles and a trench to complete your look.

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Miss Selfridge Collar Dress, £39

Miss Selfridge Collar Dress, £39

Miss Selfridge Collar Dress

60's style dresses are set to be big for the new-season ahead, and with that in mind, we think this style is worth a look. Team with some pointed courts and a slick of black eyeliner to complete your look.

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Zara Striped Dress, £39.99

Zara Striped Dress, £39.99

Zara Striped Dress

Monochrome is a quick and easy way to channel cool during the weekend. This A-line shape dress from Zara is both stylish and comfy, and will serve your transitional wardrobe well.

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Topshop Printed Dress, £45

Topshop Printed Dress, £45

Topshop Printed Dress

Double layer, printed and khaki - yep, this ticks all the right boxes when it comes to casual dressing.

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Oasis Grey Marl Dress, £26

Oasis Grey Marl Dress, £26

Oasis Grey Marl Dress

Grey doesn't necessarily mean boring, and this dress proves it. The sleeveless, mid-length style and tie-waist detail will look super-chic with a denim jacket, some plimsolls and a bold cross-body bag.

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Whistles Popperback Cashmere Dress, £175

Whistles Popperback Cashmere Dress, £175

Whistles Popperback Cashmere Dress

Zara Buttoned Dress, £29.99

Zara Buttoned Dress, £29.99

Zara Buttoned Dress

It's never too late to snap up a floaty frock, and with a few more weeks left of summer we think this button-back style will still come in handy. And when the cooler weather comes, just add a leather jacket.

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Dorothy Perkins Polka Dot Dress, £22.

Dorothy Perkins Polka Dot Dress, £22.

Dorothy Perkins Polka Dot Dress

We're dotty for this playful dress. Not only is the shape super-flattering on the waistline, but we reckon this style is just smart enough to pass for the office, too.

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Oasis Cami Midi Dress, £60

Oasis Cami Midi Dress, £60

Oasis Cami Midi Dress

Midi-dresses are having a bit of a moment of late, and we think this grey belted style from Oasis is the best one to go for. Just add some super-size sunnies and flats and you're good to go.

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