Knit Dresses

Knit dresses for work, travel and long days

A knit dress is one piece, one decision, and it moves with you. Forcast knit dresses come in fitted, ribbed, Milano knit, ruched, V-neck, halter neck, check and printed styles, in sizes 4 to 18, cut for women who want a dress that looks tailored at a desk and is comfortable on a long commute.

Choosing a knit dress

Milano knit styles like the Heloise Milano Knit Dress are the firmest and hold a clean line, so they are the pick for corporate offices. A fitted or ribbed dress, such as the Lourdes Ribbed Knit Dress, is closer to the body and suits business casual dress codes with a blazer over it. Ruched styles skim rather than cling. Halter neck, cut out and printed knit dresses are for evenings and weekends.

What to wear it with

A structured blazer sharpens a knit dress for work; a long cardigan or coat softens it for a weekend. Knee boots suit a fitted midi in winter; a heeled sandal suits a ribbed dress in summer. A belt gives a straight knit dress a waist. Simple jewellery is all it needs to finish.

Fabric and fit

The range includes wool blend, cotton and rib knits. Rib has the most stretch and recovers well; Milano knit is smoother and more structured. Because knit stretches, fitted styles will show the line of what you wear underneath, so choose smooth underlayers. If you are between sizes and prefer a skimming fit, size up; for a closer fit, take your usual size.

How to shop

Compare your bust, waist and hip to the size guide. Standard delivery is free on Australian orders over $100, and you have 30 days to return or exchange online or in any store across New South Wales, Victoria and the ACT. For woven styles, browse the full range of dresses and work dresses; for matching pieces, see knit skirts.