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Finding the perfect modest dress that looks classy, stylish and eye-catching can be a challenge because of today’s fashion trends. However, fall is a great time to shop for and wear dresses with a little more coverage. With a slight chill in the air and a need to feel amazing in your dress, you might be wondering what length of dress you should add to your fall wardrobe. While much of that comes down to style and personal preference, here are the pros and cons of each dress length.
Knee-Length Dress
A classic favorite is always the knee-length dress. It is a great dress length for the transition into fall. This is due to the fact that fall weather is sometimes unpredictable. You might be sweating in 85-degree temperatures one day and feeling a tad chilled at 58 degrees the next day. Because of this, a knee-length dress can be great. You can wear it on the warmer days to feel cooler. If it gets chilly, simply add tights underneath and a cardigan over the top! It is perfectly versatile.
Midi Dress
A midi dress is one that hits you well below the knee, but well above the ankles. It is right in the middle, hence the name midi dress. A midi dress could also be a great option for the fall. It is longer than a knee length, so it will provide more warmth and coverage. However, it is not floor length, so it’ll be cooler. Some people also want a longer dress, but they are not on board with a maxi yet. The midi is perfect in these instances.
Maxi Dress
Maxi dresses are usually floor-length. They are also great for fall! They totally cover your legs. This means they are more than just modest and they will keep your legs warmer than a knee-length or midi dress. Another advantage of wearing a maxi dress is that you can wear whatever shoes you’d like underneath. So, if you need to wear sneakers or heavy-duty boots with more traction, you can hide them under a maxi dress!
So, Which Dress Is the Best for Fall?
That really depends! Let us explore a few things you need to think about before you choose your new fall dress!
Consider the Weather
If you live somewhere that is hot year-round, you might prefer a knee-length dress. If you live somewhere where it is very cold in the fall, you might want a maxi dress with tights and boots. So, consider your weather before buying a new fall dress. The weather and how covered you are might keep you more comfortable.
Consider Current Trends
While current trends are not the most important thing when it comes to choosing your clothes, they can be something to observe. If everyone is wearing maxi dresses and you love maxi dresses, that might be the right fall dress for you. If everyone is wearing midis and styling them in a modest way—and you love midis—that might be the perfect dress for you! Looking at current trends can give you good ideas and help you think about lengths you haven’t tried.
Consider Your Style
If you do not feel like a million bucks in your new dress, it is not worth it. You will look the most beautiful in a dress you love and that you feel confident wearing. No matter what the current trends are, do what is best for you!
Consider the Activity You Are Doing
If you are just wearing your dresses to church, then this might not apply. However, if you’re the one who wears dresses to the pumpkin patch, bonfires or apple picking, that might influence your decision a bit as well. Maxi dresses tend to work well if you’re planning on wearing them to active events. They cover you well when you're walking, if you need to bend over or if you need to sit down. So, they can be a great option!
Consider the Style of Dress
You might love maxi dresses, but they might be too casual for your fall activities. You might prefer a flowy midi dress instead. Perhaps you’re a shorter lady, and knee-length dresses are the only thing that you feel works for you. Again, just make sure you choose a style you love and you feel looks best on you.
Bonus: Consider Your Shoes When Picking a Dress Length
While you can wear any shoes you want with any dress, certain shoes might look better with certain dress lengths. If this is something that’s important, you might want to consider what shoes you have to go with each length of dress.
As mentioned, if you wear a maxi dress, your shoes will be more hidden. So, you can wear whatever makes you comfortable. If you need to wear a comfy pair of heavy-duty shoes, the maxi is the best way to go. However, you can still wear heels, flats or sandals if you’d like.
If you’re wearing a midi dress, you might want to consider a shoe with a heel or a wedge. Since midi dresses hit your leg in an in-between spot, a heel can help elongate your legs. This looks amazing with a midi dress! When it comes to a knee-length dress, flats, sandals, heels or wedges will all look great. You’ll most likely want to avoid boots with this length of dress unless you’re wearing tights. You’ll also want to consider the occasion. Heels or wedges will dress a knee-length dress up while flats will most often dress it down.
Bonus: Fall Accessories to Add to Your Dresses
If you’re looking to layer over or add to your new fall dress, here are some ideas to get you started!
- Long cardigans
- Tights
- Layer tees
- Headbands
- Scarves
- Layered necklaces
No matter what length of dress (or lengths of multiple dresses!) you decide to get for fall, as long as you feel comfortable and happy in them, that’s what matters most!