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18 Elegant Fall Dresses for Any Occasion
Today’s post is all about fall dresses you can count on to make you look polished, put-together, and effortlessly elegant, no matter what your calendar looks like this season. Whether you need something stunning for a fall wedToday’s post is all about fall dresses you can count on to make you look polished, put-together, and effortlessly elegant, no matter what your calendar looks like this season.
If you’re anything like me, you want to make the most out of your fall outfits. The layering, the rich tones, the elevated looks, fall is hands-down the best season for dressing up. (AND MY FAVORITE ONE…) I never want to miss a chance to wear something beautiful this time of year, and that’s exactly why I put this list together. These are the best fall dresses for literally every kind of event. And the best part is, they’re versatile enough to work for more than one occasion. So you don’t need a whole new wardrobe… unless you want to, of course.
1. Sequin Flutter Sleeve Dress
Sequin Flutter Sleeve Dress \ Stiletto Sandals \ Gold Shell Earrings \ Woven Clutch Brown High Neck Flutter Sleeve Embellished Midi Dress Jeffrey Campbell Ce-Soire Slide Sandal Heaven Mayhem Tabi Earrings Bottega Veneta Long Andiamo Intrecciato Clutch Bag
2. Brown Satin Dress
Brown Satin Dress \ Brown Mules \ Gold Earrings \ Leather Clutch BTFBM Mock Neck Cocktail Dresses Jeffrey Campbell Ce-Soire Slide Sandal Similar style: Chunky Gold Silver Hammered Dangle Drop Earrings Bottega Veneta Long Andiamo Intrecciato Clutch Bag
3. Brown Embellished Dress
Brown Embellished Dress \ Suede Heels \ Earrings \ Burgundy Clutch Brown Embellished Cap Sleeve A Line Dress Schutz Alicia Pointed Toe Slingback Pump Heaven Mayhem Tabi Earrings Victoria Beckham 202 Leather Clutch
4. Dark Brown Ruffle Dress
Dark Brown Ruffle Dress \ Brown Suede Heels \ Black Clutch \ Earrings Similar style: ENOPINK Women One Shoulder Ruched Maxi Dress Schutz Alicia Pointed Toe Slingback Pump Donna Karan Lawrence Clutch Heaven Mayhem Beverly Earrings
5. Copper Sequin Midi Dress
Copper Sequin Midi Dress \ Brown Pointed-Toe Pumps \ Gold Earrings \ Leather Bag Similar style: Women Floral Sequin Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Schutz Lou Pointed Toe Pump Heaven Mayhem Beverly Earrings Mulberry Small Darley
6. One-Shoulder Sequin Gown
One-Shoulder Sequin Gown \ Brown Heels \ Earrings \ Burgundy Clutch Similar style: dasmzper One Shoulder Sequin Evening Gown Schutz Lou Pointed Toe Pump Similar style: Chunky Gold Silver Hammered Dangle Drop Earrings Bottega Veneta Long Andiamo Intrecciato Clutch Bag
7. Black Satin Dress
Black Satin Dress \ Burgundy Heels \ Burgundy Bag \ Vintage Gold Earrings Similar style: Satin Slip Dress Lined V-Neck Midi A-line MANGO Pointed Toe Sandal Similar style: befen Anti-theft Crossbody Bag Genuine Leather Similar style: Chunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple
Festive elegant fall dresses
Brown High Neck Flutter Sleeve Embellished Midi Dress
— macduggal. Sequin Flutter Sleeve Dress.
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Jeffrey Campbell Ce-Soire Slide Sandal
— Nordstrom. Sequin Flutter Sleeve Dress.
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Heaven Mayhem Tabi Earrings
— Heaven Mayhem. Sequin Flutter Sleeve Dress.
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Bottega Veneta Long Andiamo Intrecciato Clutch Bag
— Nordstrom. Sequin Flutter Sleeve Dress.
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BTFBM Mock Neck Cocktail Dresses
— Amazon. Brown Satin Dress.
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Chunky Gold Silver Hammered Dangle Drop Earrings
— Amazon. Brown Satin Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Brown Embellished Cap Sleeve A Line Dress
— macduggal. Brown Embellished Dress.
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Schutz Alicia Pointed Toe Slingback Pump
— Nordstrom. Brown Embellished Dress.
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Victoria Beckham 202 Leather Clutch
— Nordstrom. Brown Embellished Dress.
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ENOPINK Women One Shoulder Ruched Maxi Dress
— Amazon. Dark Brown Ruffle Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Donna Karan Lawrence Clutch
— Nordstrom. Dark Brown Ruffle Dress.
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Heaven Mayhem Beverly Earrings
— Heaven Mayhem. Dark Brown Ruffle Dress.
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Women Floral Sequin Maxi Dress Wedding Guest
— Amazon. Copper Sequin Midi Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Schutz Lou Pointed Toe Pump
— Nordstrom. Copper Sequin Midi Dress.
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Mulberry Small Darley
— Nordstrom. Copper Sequin Midi Dress.
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dasmzper One Shoulder Sequin Evening Gown
— Amazon. One-Shoulder Sequin Gown.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Satin Slip Dress Lined V-Neck Midi A-line
— Amazon. Black Satin Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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MANGO Pointed Toe Sandal
— Nordstrom. Black Satin Dress.
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befen Anti-theft Crossbody Bag Genuine Leather
— Amazon. Black Satin Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Chunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple
— Amazon. Black Satin Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowProduct photos are from the retailer and show the exact items linked; a tile with just the name means I couldn’t get that exact photo yet. Prices and availability are set by the retailer and can change.
8. Light Brown Knit Dress
Light Brown Knit Dress \ Brown Suede Ballerinas \ Brown Suede Handbag \ Vintage Style Earrings \ Watch Similar style: Ribbed Knit Midi Dress V Neck Long Similar style: LK Bennett Kara Toe Cap Ballerina Flats Strathberry Mosaic Bag, Dark Chocolate Suede Heaven Mayhem Tabi Earrings Mirror Black Onyx Watch
9. Knit Dress With Tall Brown Boots
Cable Knit Earrings \ Tall Brown Boots \ Brown Handbag Similar style: Angashion Cable Knit Sweater Dress Patchwork Pleated Larroudé Kate Boot in Brown Suede Similar style: JW PEI Thea Top Handle Bag
10. Ivory Knit Dress
Ivory Knit Dress \ Croc Ballerinas \ Croc Bag \ Pearl Earrings \ Watch Similar style: CeCe Short Sleeve Button Front Collared Midi Tory Burch Cap Toe Ballet Flat Similar style: ALEX&MIA Leather Shoulder Bag Similar style: Chunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple Mirror Black Onyx Watch
11. Rust Orange Knit Dress
Rust Orange Knit Dress \ Brown Suede Heels \ Handbag \ Rust Earrings Similar style: Wenrine Sweater Dress Casual Button Ruffle Ribbed Schutz Alicia Pointed Toe Slingback Pump Strathberry Mosaic Bag, Chocolate with Vanilla Stitch Heaven Mayhem Beverly Earrings
12. Rust Brown Knit Dress
Rust Brown Knit Dress \ Suede Brown Heels \ Crocodile Handbag \ Rust Earrings Similar style: Ribbed Knit Tie Waist Pleated Fall Winter Schutz Alicia Pointed Toe Slingback Pump Similar style: ALEX&MIA Leather Shoulder Bag Heaven Mayhem Beverly Earrings
13. Beige Knit Dress
Beige Knit Dress \ Brown Suede Bag \ Brown Suede Ballerinas \ Earrings \ Watch Similar style: Wenrine Striped Sweater Dresses Button Down Collared Strathberry Mosaic Bag, Dark Chocolate Suede Similar style: LK Bennett Kara Toe Cap Ballerina Flats Heaven Mayhem Tabi Earrings Mirror Black Onyx Watch
14. White Knit Dress
White Knit Dress \ Tall Brown Boots \ Handbag \ Vintage Style Earrings Similar style: CHARTOU Women Basic Sweater Dress Long Sleeve Larroudé Kate Boot in Brown Suede Similar style: JW PEI Thea Top Handle Bag Similar style: Chunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple
15. Camel Brown Knit Dress
Camel Brown Knit Dress \ Ivory Handbag \ Vintage Style Earrings \ Bow Shoes \ Watch Similar style: Ribbed Knit Midi Dress V Neck Long Strathberry Mini Tote, Vanilla Steve Madden Teacup Slingback Pump Similar style: Chunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple Mirror Black Onyx Watch
Fall sweater dresses
Ribbed Knit Midi Dress V Neck Long
— Amazon. Light Brown Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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LK Bennett Kara Toe Cap Ballerina Flats
— Amazon. Light Brown Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Strathberry Mosaic Bag, Dark Chocolate Suede
— Strathberry. Light Brown Knit Dress.
Shop nowHeaven Mayhem Tabi Earrings
— Heaven Mayhem. Sequin Flutter Sleeve Dress.
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Mirror Black Onyx Watch
— lolaroseglobal. Light Brown Knit Dress.
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Angashion Cable Knit Sweater Dress Patchwork Pleated
— Amazon. Knit Dress With Tall Brown Boots.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Larroudé Kate Boot in Brown Suede
— Larroudé. Knit Dress With Tall Brown Boots.
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JW PEI Thea Top Handle Bag
— Amazon. Knit Dress With Tall Brown Boots.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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CeCe Short Sleeve Button Front Collared Midi
— Amazon. Ivory Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Tory Burch Cap Toe Ballet Flat
— Nordstrom. Ivory Knit Dress.
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ALEX&MIA Leather Shoulder Bag
— Amazon. Ivory Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowChunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple
— Amazon. Black Satin Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Wenrine Sweater Dress Casual Button Ruffle Ribbed
— Amazon. Rust Orange Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowSchutz Alicia Pointed Toe Slingback Pump
— Nordstrom. Brown Embellished Dress.
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Strathberry Mosaic Bag, Chocolate with Vanilla Stitch
— Strathberry. Rust Orange Knit Dress.
Shop nowHeaven Mayhem Beverly Earrings
— Heaven Mayhem. Dark Brown Ruffle Dress.
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Ribbed Knit Tie Waist Pleated Fall Winter
— Amazon. Rust Brown Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Wenrine Striped Sweater Dresses Button Down Collared
— Amazon. Beige Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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CHARTOU Women Basic Sweater Dress Long Sleeve
— Amazon. White Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Strathberry Mini Tote, Vanilla
— Strathberry. Camel Brown Knit Dress.
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Steve Madden Teacup Slingback Pump
— Steve Madden. Camel Brown Knit Dress.
Shop nowProduct photos are from the retailer and show the exact items linked; a tile with just the name means I couldn’t get that exact photo yet. Prices and availability are set by the retailer and can change.
16. Orange Chiffon Plisse Dress
Orange Chiffon Plisse Dress \ Croc Ballerinas \ Croc Bag \ Gold Vintage Style Earrings Similar style: Mieazom Long Sleeve Belted Tie Waist Flowy Tory Burch Cap Toe Ballet Flat Similar style: ALEX&MIA Leather Shoulder Bag Similar style: Gold Tone Double Teardrop Clip On Earrings
17. Black Midi Dress
Black Midi Dress \ Black High Boots \ Black Clutch \ Gold Pearl Earrings Similar style: Square Neck Bell Long Sleeve Lace Maxi Schutz Mikki Up Knee High Boot Donna Karan Lawrence Clutch Similar style: Chunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple
18. Ivory Lace Dress
Ivory Lace Dress \ Dark Brown Boots \ Suede Handbag \ Pearl Earrings Similar style: Women Vintage Mock Neck Floral Lace Long Larroudé Kate Boot in Brown Suede Strathberry Mosaic Bag, Dark Chocolate Suede Similar style: Chunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple
Shirt dresses for fall
Mieazom Long Sleeve Belted Tie Waist Flowy
— Amazon. Orange Chiffon Plisse Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowTory Burch Cap Toe Ballet Flat
— Nordstrom. Ivory Knit Dress.
Shop nowALEX&MIA Leather Shoulder Bag
— Amazon. Ivory Knit Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Gold Tone Double Teardrop Clip On Earrings
— Amazon. Orange Chiffon Plisse Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Square Neck Bell Long Sleeve Lace Maxi
— Amazon. Black Midi Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
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Schutz Mikki Up Knee High Boot
— Nordstrom. Black Midi Dress.
Shop nowDonna Karan Lawrence Clutch
— Nordstrom. Dark Brown Ruffle Dress.
Shop nowChunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple
— Amazon. Black Satin Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop now
Women Vintage Mock Neck Floral Lace Long
— Amazon. Ivory Lace Dress.
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowLarroudé Kate Boot in Brown Suede
— Larroudé. Knit Dress With Tall Brown Boots.
Shop nowStrathberry Mosaic Bag, Dark Chocolate Suede
— Strathberry. Light Brown Knit Dress.
Shop nowProduct photos are from the retailer and show the exact items linked; a tile with just the name means I couldn’t get that exact photo yet. Prices and availability are set by the retailer and can change.
I hope this post gave you some inspiration and helped you find a dress (or two) that fits your fall calendar and your style. I truly believe that the right dress can make getting dressed easier and a lot more fun. Whether you’re heading to a wedding, a holiday dinner, or just want to feel a little more elevated this season, there’s something here for you. Let me know which one’s your favorite, or if you already have a go-to fall dress you love. I always love hearing what you end up wearing.
Shopping for a Western-chic girl too? My Western Chic Gift Guide has the buckle belts, boots and cozy layers I’ve tagged on LTK this season.
(I’m also the founder of American Darling, Western chic loungewear. Nothing from it is linked in this post.)
42 picks · All
macduggal
Brown High Neck Flutter Sleeve Embellished Midi Dress
Shop nowNordstrom
Jeffrey Campbell Ce-Soire Slide Sandal
Shop nowHeaven Mayhem
Heaven Mayhem Tabi Earrings
Shop nowNordstrom
Bottega Veneta Long Andiamo Intrecciato Clutch Bag
Shop nowAmazon
BTFBM Mock Neck Cocktail Dresses
Shop nowAmazon
Chunky Gold Silver Hammered Dangle Drop Earrings
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowmacduggal
Brown Embellished Cap Sleeve A Line Dress
Shop nowNordstrom
Schutz Alicia Pointed Toe Slingback Pump
Shop nowNordstrom
Victoria Beckham 202 Leather Clutch
Shop nowAmazon
ENOPINK Women One Shoulder Ruched Maxi Dress
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowNordstrom
Donna Karan Lawrence Clutch
Shop nowHeaven Mayhem
Heaven Mayhem Beverly Earrings
Shop nowAmazon
Women Floral Sequin Maxi Dress Wedding Guest
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowNordstrom
Schutz Lou Pointed Toe Pump
Shop nowNordstrom
Mulberry Small Darley
Shop nowAmazon
dasmzper One Shoulder Sequin Evening Gown
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
Satin Slip Dress Lined V-Neck Midi A-line
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowNordstrom
MANGO Pointed Toe Sandal
Shop nowAmazon
befen Anti-theft Crossbody Bag Genuine Leather
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
Chunky Gold Large Statement Earrings Vintage Simple
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
Ribbed Knit Midi Dress V Neck Long
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
LK Bennett Kara Toe Cap Ballerina Flats
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowStrathberry
Strathberry Mosaic Bag, Dark Chocolate Suede
Shop nowlolaroseglobal
Mirror Black Onyx Watch
Shop nowAmazon
Angashion Cable Knit Sweater Dress Patchwork Pleated
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowLarroudé
Larroudé Kate Boot in Brown Suede
Shop nowAmazon
JW PEI Thea Top Handle Bag
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
CeCe Short Sleeve Button Front Collared Midi
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowNordstrom
Tory Burch Cap Toe Ballet Flat
Shop nowAmazon
ALEX&MIA Leather Shoulder Bag
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
Wenrine Sweater Dress Casual Button Ruffle Ribbed
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowStrathberry
Strathberry Mosaic Bag, Chocolate with Vanilla Stitch
Shop nowAmazon
Ribbed Knit Tie Waist Pleated Fall Winter
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
Wenrine Striped Sweater Dresses Button Down Collared
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
CHARTOU Women Basic Sweater Dress Long Sleeve
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowStrathberry
Strathberry Mini Tote, Vanilla
Shop nowSteve Madden
Steve Madden Teacup Slingback Pump
Shop nowAmazon
Mieazom Long Sleeve Belted Tie Waist Flowy
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
Gold Tone Double Teardrop Clip On Earrings
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowAmazon
Square Neck Bell Long Sleeve Lace Maxi
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowNordstrom
Schutz Mikki Up Knee High Boot
Shop nowAmazon
Women Vintage Mock Neck Floral Lace Long
Similar style, not the exact piece
Shop nowLinks go to the retailers. Product photos are from the retailer; a tile with just the name means I couldn’t confirm the exact photo yet. Prices and availability are set by the retailer and can change, so I don’t list them here.
What dresses are elegant for fall?
Knit midis, satin slip dresses with a knit on top, long-sleeve wrap dresses and velvet for evenings.
What shoes go with a fall dress?
Knee-high boots, ankle boots, loafers or pumps.
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