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20 Best Dresses for Mature Older Women of 2025

Cult Favorite
The Somerset Collection by Anthropologie The Somerset Maxi Dress

Strategic shirring at the waist brings out the hourglass in any figure, while a geometric print proves that dresses with coverage need not be boring. The maxi is also available in seasonal textures like eyelet and velvet, which just so happens to be T&C contributor Lauren Hubbard’s favorite festive piece.
Size Range: XS-3X
Colors: 10+
Material: Cotton
Most Flattering Cocktail Dress
Dress the Population Catalina Fit & Flare Dress

The fitted top of this breezy dress highlights your arms and shows off your waist without constricting your movement: ideal for a night of drinks and dancing.
Size Range: XXS-XXL
Colors: 15
Materials: 95% Polyester, 5% Spandex
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Fit & Flare
Mac Duggal Long Sleeve Fit & Flare Velvet Embellished Cocktail Dress

The maximalist’s version of the modest cocktail dress. Need we say more?
Size Range: 0-12
Colors: Black
Material: 100% Polyester
Best for Work
3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress

A folded neckline adds visual interest and a hint of allure to an otherwise classic sheath style.
Size Range: 0-14
Colors: 4
Materials: 95% Polyester, 5% Spandex
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OG Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg Jeanne Silk Jersey Wrap Dress

Diane von Furstenberg made her name on her signature wrap dress, and for good reason—it’s timelessly stylish and looks great on practically everybody.
Size Range: 00-16
Color: Black & White
Material: 100% Silk
Taller Marmo Mrs. Ross fringed crepe kaftan

Enter your goddess era with the flowing shape and bold fringe of this kaftan style dress.
Size Range: One size
Colors: Navy
Materials: 78% acrylic, 22% viscose; trim: 100% acrylic
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Sultry Lace
MEROKEETY Sleeveless Lace Floral Cocktail Dress

Lace adds instant sex appeal, proving a knee-length dress can be just as sultry as a mini.
Size Range: S-XL
Colors: 13
Materials: 65% Rayon, 35% Polyester
100% Silk Jersey Mini Wrap Dress

A wrap-style sweater dress is a great anytime option—style it with pair of slouchy boots or loafers for a casual look that’s still stylish, or pair it with heels for a night out.
Size Range: XS-XL
Colors: 4
Materials: 100% silk
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Better Than Basic
The Aditi Dress

The perfect knee-length dress doesn’t exi… Oh wait, it actually does. Featuring an A-line fit that nips at the waist, this dress is made of a smoothing fabric that looks beyond flattering on all body shapes and can transition effortlessly from work to play.
Size Range: 00-20
Colors: Black, Navy
Material: 53% Polyester, 40% Recycled Polyester, 7% Polyurethane
One-Shoulder
Norma Kamali Diana Gown
Ruching all the way down the sides of this one-shoulder dress allows it to hug your curves perfectly while also disguising any areas you’d rather not highlight.
Size Range: XXS-XL
Colors: 25+
Materials: 95% Polyester, 5% Spandex
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Satin Striped Wrap Dress

This blue and white striped number puts a modern spin on the classic shirt dress with gathering that nips in the waist and offset buttons that show a cheeky sliver of leg.
Size Range: 00-18
Material: 92% polyester, 8% spandex
T&C Approved
Brochu Walker The Havana Dress

Add some dimension to your look with Brochu Walker’s puff-sleeved maxi shirt dress. It comes in a rainbow of colors for all seasons, like this burnt siena, and a great year-round layering piece. T&C Associate Shopping Editor Sophie Dweck calls it “the most versatile wardrobe staple you’ll ever own.” Wear it with a belt for a figure-flattering look or loose to keep things easy breezy—you’ll look chic either way.
Size Range: XS-L
Colors: 15+
Materials: 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton
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For Formal Affairs
La Femme Surplice Off the Shoulder Column Gown

For formal affairs, the portrait neckline is uber sophisticated. A show-stopping dress if we do say so ourselves.
Size Range: 0-18
Colors: Black, Navy
Material: 100% Polyester
Timeless Tweed
Tuckernuck Navy Tweed Jackie Dress

Take the tweed trend for a spin this season with a timeless Jackie O-inspired mini.
Size Range: XXS-XXXL
Colors: 10+
Material: 100% Polyester
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Staple Sheath Dress
Lafayette 148 New York Harpson Finesse Crepe Sheath Dress

Work, weekend, wedding invites—whatever you schedule throws at you, this figure-friendly sheath dress has your back.
Size Range: 2-18
Colors: Black, Purple
Material: Acetate/Polyester
J.Crew Spring Street cashmere polo sweater-dress

Classic polo style gets a luxe upgrade with cashmere and a bell-shaped sleeve for this chic sweater dress. Pair it with leggings and boots for a casual style or heels for a dressier look that’s still perfectly cozy.
Size Range: XXS-XXXL
Colors: Camel, Black
Materials: 100% cashmere
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Summer Ready
Lilly Pulitzer Danika Tunic Dress

When in doubt, go Lilly. Her prints are perfect for summer.
Size Range: 00-16
Material: 100% Rayon
Vintage Stonewashed Indigo

An easy, breezy denim shirt dress is guaranteed to be something you reach for all the time once the weather starts heating up.
Size Range: XXS-XL
Washes: 8
Material: 100% Italian Cotton
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Turtleneck Dress
Michael Stars Macy Mock Neck Ribbed Dress

A mock neck dress is the kind of dress you can wear everywhere, no matter the season.
Size Range: XS-XL
Colors: 4
Materials: 48% Cotton, 48% Modal, 4% Spandex
Everlane The Maddie Dress in Butterknit

A knit dress is a wardrobe must for every well-dressed woman, and this scoop-neck version in a comfy-yet-stylish rib knit is so incredibly versatile you’ll find yourself turning to it again and again.
Size Range: XXS-XXL
Colors: Black, Espresso
Materials: 69% TENCEL Lyocell, 28% Recycled Polyester, 3% Elastane

Lauren Hubbard is a freelance writer and Town & Country contributor who covers beauty, shopping, entertainment, travel, home decor, wine, and cocktails.
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