Choosing the Best Mini Dress for You

While every girl has a little black dress to fall back on for special events, finding a mini dress that fits your figure and style makes you stand out in a crowd. Mini dresses will always feature a short skirt length, but wearers should explore different sleeve options, embellishments, cutouts, or patterns to truly understand the mini dress’s versatility. Whether you want a figure-hugging dress that accentuates your curves or a flirty dress for picnic dates, there’s a mini dress to fit your style. Here are some fantastic mini dresses we recommend.

Purchasing a Mini Dress

Keep these things in mind when looking for a mini dress:

• Fabric: Polyester is a durable and lightweight fabric that helps to hold a dress structure, but it can be stiff. Spandex is exceptionally elastic, making it ideal for dresses that fit closely to the body. Cotton is soft and absorbent, which can be helpful in hot weather. Typically a blend of fabrics provides the ideal elasticity and structure.
• Length: Mini dresses are designed to be short; however, make sure to check the length of the dress against your own measurements. Those with short torsos will have more fabric below the hips, while people with long torsos may struggle with too little fabric below their hips. Adjust the size according to your proportions to get the best fit.
• Occasion: Mini dresses are most often worn to parties or clubs. For these events, a tighter fitting dress is preferred because it accentuates the figure. Look for dresses with ruffles, patterns, or structured features for a more formal look.

Best Color Options: Verdusa Women’s Ruched Side Dress

Whether you need a red dress for a holiday party, a classic black dress for a cocktail party, or a dress in your favorite color, this mini dress from Verdusa has a hue for you. With 38 color options to choose from, you can find a dress across the color spectrum. This dress is made from polyester and a touch of spandex, making it fit your curves without feeling overly tight. The wrap style extends to the hem for an asymmetrical look, and the spaghetti straps and v-neck give this dress a classic look.

Best With Long Sleeves: BORIFLORS Women’s Wrap Front Mini

With the BORIFLORS mini dress, you can rock your figure without feeling too exposed. The stretchy fabric of this dress is ruched along the sides and down the sleeves, which gives a textured look that accentuates your shape. The mock neckline provides a comfortably fitted look around your shoulders and chest that doesn’t feel tight around the neck, while the long sleeves provide extra coverage. Mixing in a bit of modesty into the design of a mini dress can create a perfectly balanced outfit for any formal event.

Best Strapless: Mokoru Women’s Casual Basic Bodycon Dress

With the tight fit of the Mokoru Women’s Casual Basic Bodycon Dress, you won’t have to worry about any wardrobe malfunctions. This strapless dress features 5% spandex which fits tightly to your body and stretches for extra room in the right places. The simple design gives wearers the opportunity to highlight their bodies with colorful, bold accessories while bringing attention to the figure. And if you are looking to stand out, choose from one of the 16 bright colors and patterns.

Best Formal: SheIn Women’s Elegant Cloak Sleeve Mini Dress

As an elegant twist on the classic mini dress shape, this dress from SheIn is a bold style choice that will make you stand out in a crowd. The sleeves feature a slit down the length of the sleeve, creating a cloak around the arms. The high neckline and simple hem contrast the sleeves’ high fashion look that results in a balanced look. With two front pockets to hold important items, this dress is made for women looking for a chic mini dress.

Best V-Neck: Happy Sailed Women Long Sleeve Ruffle Mini Dress

This flirty mini dress features a deep v neckline and a matching cut-out on the back. The puffed sleeves and ruffled skirt create a flowy look that suits a sunny day outdoors. The dress comes in at the waist to create an hourglass figure, while the loose skirt gives your body room to move. And if floral patterns don’t fit your look, this dress comes in a variety of polka dot and solid-colored designs.