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15 Shirt Dresses That Are Work-Appropriate-Approved For A Slightly More Conservative Dress Code

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Chances are if you've been shopping recently, you've come across a casual t-shirt dress. But where are the work appropriate shirt dresses? Right in this lovely slideshow! I myself have been stocking up on this style of dress for my summer internship. IMO, it's the most delightful because it feels like a night shirt but is acceptable to wear to a slightly more formal work environment. Is there really anything better than that?

The shirt dress is the perfect spring/summer silhouette to slip on for a day at the office with no hassle. And the best thing about all of these dresses is that they can easily be worn to dinner with friends without looking like you've been pretending to type while secretly frequenting Facebook all day. Whether you choose to dress it up or down, it’s hard to make a wrong move.

So if you want to roll out of bed and put on something that rivals what you wore to sleep in the comfort department — while looking like a million buckaroos — look no further.

by Allie Fasanella

Paint It Black

This simple, black shirt dress can be super casual with sneaks, but if you add a more formal shoe, it’ll definitely be office approved.

Urban Renewal Remade Brushed Flannel Shift Dress, $69, urbanoutfitters.com

Blue Bird

This cute-as-anything blue, short-sleeved dress is perfect for a relaxed work look.

Kimchi Blue Woven A-Line T-Shirt Dress, $39, urbanoutfitters.com

Horizontal

The added belt adds a really nice touch to dress up this silhouette.

Stripe Print Belted Dress, $18, forever21.com

Collared

I wore this dress today! So comfortable and lovely. It will be a staple in my closet all summer long.

Side-Slit Collared Blouse, $23, forever21.com

Pushing My Buttons

I like how this sweet navy dress is a little sheer up top but is still totally appropriate for the office.

Chiffon button-Down Shirt Dress, $20, forever21.com

A Little Bit Longer

The hemline is very on-trend right now and the V-neck is nice while not being too low.

Striped Vee Patio Dress, $150, bananarepublic.com

Ivory

You could wear this dress just about anywhere if you ask me.

Embroidered Tee Dress, $130, bananarepublic.com

Plaid

This dress would look amaze with a cool leather jacket over top for after work drinks with coworkers.

Printed Fit & Flare Shirtdress, $70, gap.com

Military

This color green is great for the summertime! This dress is a little edgy but great for the work environment as well.

Jack Wills Military Shirt Dress, $126, asos.com

Funky Print

I like how this dress is a bit longer — just past the knee is a cool, on-trend length that I’m digging.

Monki Shirt Dress In Conversational Print, $73, asos.com

Vertical Stripes

This dress has a way about it that feels so beachy and relaxed in combination with a professional vibe.

Asos Shirt Stripe Maxi Dress, $99, asos.com

Da Da Denim

The denim shirt dress it a total classic. And I just love how it’s a little faded throughout.

Vero Moda Shirt Dress, $86, asos.com

Dollop Of Daisy

Cara is bringing her best “blue steel” modeling this adorable, funky dress that gives me ’70s vibes.

Daisy Print Shirt Dress, $105, topshop.com

Paisley

Can’t go wrong with black and white.

Paisley Stitch Detail Tea Dress, $55, topshop.com

Pretty In Pink

I think Elle Woods would approve of this pick. I’m not sure if it’s court room attire but I would definitely wear this to the office.

Short Sleeve Shirt Dress, $59, nordstrom.com

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