Women's Slim Sleeveless Dress

A dress that moves like a skirt and fits like a tank. This sleeveless midi has a scoop neck, a fitted top and a skirt that flares gently from the waist, so you get shape up high and room to walk down low. A slit at the back keeps the stride easy, and the rayon blend has a soft drape that doesn't cling in the wrong places. It's easy to dress up with boots and a jacket, easy to dress down with sneakers, and it looks like you tried harder than you did.

We picked this one for the shape. The scoop neckline opens wide across the collarbone, the sleeveless armholes sit clean at the shoulder, and the waist is fitted before the skirt flares into a soft A-line that falls to mid-calf. The back has a slit, and the fabric has a smooth stretch with a gentle, flowing drape.

It comes in Wine Red, Flower Gray and Black. Wine Red is deep and dramatic, Flower Gray has a mottled, vintage look, and Black is the one that works at every hour of the day. Wear it with combat boots and a leather jacket for something moody, or sneakers and a denim jacket for an easy daytime look.

For the one who wants a dress that moves but doesn't try too hard. The fitted top and flared skirt give it an effortless, dark academia feel that suits dinners, campus days and nights out, and the midi length layers well with tights, boots and long coats. It's the kind of dress that works for a first date and a funeral with the right accessories, which is a strange kind of range but a useful one. You'll reach for it more than you'd expect.

Here's what it's made of and how it's cut.

• Fabric: 92% rayon, 8% spandex, with a soft stretch
• Weight: 260 gsm (7.7 oz), moderate thickness
• Fit: Slim
• Neckline: U-neck (scoop)
• Sleeves: Sleeveless
• Details: Flared skirt, back slit
• Length: Midi
• Style: Slim sleeveless midi dress
• Colors: Wine Red, Flower Gray, Black
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL

Cut slim on purpose, so it fits close to the body. Sizes run S to XL. If you're between sizes, check the size chart image before you choose.