Shirt dresses have been a wardrobe staple for years, and there’s a reason they’ve stood the test of time – they’re comfortable, easy to wear and effortlessly chic.
Whatever the occasion, a shirt dress is the kind of item you can rely on to look put together with minimal effort.
From crisp cotton midi shirt dresses to more relaxed, oversized fits, the best shirt dresses suit every style; cinched waists, lightweight fabrics and timeless colour palettes that still look fresh. The collared design exudes a put-together appearance despite being so easy to wear, and whatever style you're opting for, it's guaranteed to pair well with trainers, sandals, or heels.
- The floral editor's pick: Boden Ellie Cotton Maxi Shirt Dress, £139 / $220
- The white editor's pick: Karen Millen Woven Midi Shirt Dress, £90.30 / $181.30
- The black editor's pick: & Other Stories Midi Shirt Dress, £67
- The holiday editor's pick: Yumi Postcard Print Shirt Shirt Dress, £55.25 / $125
- The stripe editor's pick: H&M Tie-Belt Shirt Dress, £37.99 / $41.99
Celebrities wearing shirt dresses
© GettyBelted shirt dresses have always been a popular choice, and we've seen everyone from Meghan Markle to Gigi Hadid wearing their own waist-cinching pieces recently. The tailored silhouette makes them suitable for wearing to work, while a printed shirt dress would make a beautiful wedding guest outfit or holiday dress when paired with espadrilles.
The best shirt dresses for summer 2026
Boden Ellie Maxi Shirt Dress
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How beautiful is this Boden dress for summer? The shirt style maxi features gentle puff sleeves, a belted waist and a maxi length. Pair it with sandals and a rattan bag this season.
Karen Millen Cotton Puff Sleeve Woven Midi Shirt Dress
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From Karen Millen comes this classic shirt dress. A white midi will always be a chic addition to your wardrobe and this one features clean lines and feminine puffed sleeves.
Friends Like These Black Utility Shirt Dress
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This shirt style midi is the ultimate throw on black dress. Featuring a fitted waist that falls into a gently flared skirt - I love it styled with heeled mules and statement sunnies.
Yumi Tropical Postcard Print Midi Shirt Dress
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This gorgeous new postcard print is perfect for holidays. It features elegant collared neckline and subtle volume to the midi-length tiered skirt. Wear it with everything from strappy sandals to leather slides to espadrilles.
H&M Tie-Belt Shirt Dress
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H&M's striped shirt dress is a chic summer staple. Made from a lightweight linen and cotton blend, you can wear it even on heatwave days.
Mint Velvet Denim Shirt Dress
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Denim dresses never go out of style, and if you're looking for a shirt dress that can be dressed up or down for every occasion, this is the one. It's cut with puff shoulders and an elasticated waist.
Whistles Feathered Tiger Midi Dress
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Whistles' tiger midi is printed dress perfection. A statement midi will always be a fun addition to your wardrobe, and this one requires minimal accessories.
