Yahoo Lifestyle Flattering Dresses to Wear No Matter Your Age or Taste
- 1/21
Flattering Dresses to Wear No Matter Your Age or Taste
There is a common misconception that when women hit a certain age, they need to trade in flouncy dresses, bold colors, and body-skimming styles for frumpier silhouettes instead. Now, of course, we know better. There is no official rule book that says women over 50 can't wear certain pieces. Not to mention, you've spent years building up your flawless fashion sense, so maturity shouldn't be a reason to relinquish fun and flattering options for dresses to wear. Whether you want to flaunt your frame or highlight your finest assets, there's a dress that's perfect for every age, style, and body type. Below, we've rounded up a selection of our favorite looks that are sure to flatter for every occasion.
Hearst Owned - 2/21
La Femme Portrait Neck Lace Gown
LA FEMME
nordstrom.com
$469.00
For formal affairs, the portrait neckline is uber sophisticated.
nordstrom.com - 3/21
Cotton Gauze Long Sleeve Midi Shirtdress
Caslon
nordstrom.com
$66.75
Gauze is the perfect fabric for warm weather dressing and travel—its breezy vibe and wrinkle-proof texture team up for an effortless "coastal grandmother" chic that looks ripped right from a Nancy Meyers movie (no wonder it's one of the hottest trends going right now.)
nordstrom.com - 4/21
Catalina Fit & Flare Dress
Dress the Population
nordstrom.com
$182.00
The fitted top of this breezy dress highlights your arms and shows off your waist without constricting your movement: ideal for a night of drinks and dancing.
nordstrom.com - 5/21
Women's Georgette Long-Sleeve Button Down Shirt Dress
amazon.com - 6/21
The Crepe Louisa Nap Dress
Hill House Home
hillhousehome.com
$150.00
A smocked bodice gives this puff-sleeved midi the ability to mold perfectly to your waist so you get a bespoke fit right off the rack.
hillhousehome.com - 7/21
The Somerset Maxi Dress
The Somerset Collection by Anthropologie
anthropologie.com
$168.00
Strategic shirring at the waist brings out the hourglass in any figure, while a punchy floral print proves that dresses with coverage need not be boring.
anthropologie.com - 8/21
Long Sleeve Fit & Flare Velvet Embellished Cocktail Dress
Mac Duggal
nordstrom.com
$498.00
The maximalist's version of the modest cocktail dress. Need we say more?
nordstrom.com - 9/21
Black Halo Women's 3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress
Black Halo
amazon.com
$375.00
A folded neckline add visual interest and a hint of allure to an otherwise classic sheath style.
amazon.com - 10/21
Sleeveless Lace Floral Cocktail Dress
MEROKEETY
amazon.com
$50.99
Lace adds instant sex appeal, proving a knee-length dress can be just as sultry as a mini.
amazon.com - 11/21
The Malala Dress
M.M. LaFleur
mmlafleur.com
$195.00
Work, weekend, wedding invites—whatever you schedule throws at you, this figure-friendly A-line dress has your back.
mmlafleur.com - 12/21
Treasure & Bond Woven Favorite Maxi Dress
Treasure & Bond
nordstrom.com
$39.00
A simple, flowy maxi dress is a great layering piece for all seasons.
nordstrom.com - 13/21
Asymmetric Ruffle Hem Cocktail Dress
Eliza J
nordstrom.com
$112.80
A bold color and femme ruffle team up for a dress that positively screams "fun".
nordstrom.com - 15/21
Jeanne Silk Jersey Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
dvf.com
$548.00
Diane von Furstenberg made her name on her signature wrap dress, and for good reason—it's timelessly stylish and looks great on practically everybody.
dvf.com - 16/21
Norma Kamali Diana Gown
Norma Kamali
amazon.com
$215.00
Ruching all the way down the sides of this one-shoulder dress allows it to hug your curves perfectly while also disguising any areas you'd rather not highlight.
amazon.com - 17/21
Suede Trench Dress
Banana Republic
bananarepublic.gap.com
$899.00
Get a utilitarian dress, change your life with its sheer versatility.
bananarepublic.gap.com - 18/21
Women's Audelia Ruched Midi-Dress
Piece of White
saksfifthavenue.com
$536.25
A deep V-neckline shows a bit of skin while this drapey shape has a breezy, cool-girl je ne sais quoi.
saksfifthavenue.com - 19/21
Tiered Robe
Hope for Flowers by Tracy Reese
anthropologie.com
$410.00
Patterns are a fun fashion "do" at any age.
anthropologie.com - 20/21
Arcella Printed Minidress
saksfifthavenue.com
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Whether you want to flaunt what you've got, strategically slim, or highlight your finest assets, there's a dress that's perfect for every age, style, and body type.
