madewell maxi dress V-Neck Cuff-Sleeve in Floral Maxi dresses Cut from striped jacquard fabric Madewell Embroidered Drop-Waist Maxi Dress

It is a simple formula that always looks fresh and put-together

The black linen dress: Boden Linen Cross Back Midi Dress, 139 / $220 The black tummy flattering dress: Nobody's Child Caliope Scoop Neck Dress, 50 The beach-ready black dress: Hush Pure Cotton Square Neck Maxi Beach Dress, 80 / $104 The black broderie anglaise dress: Whistles Broderie Anglaise Shirt Dress, 105 / $219 The one to dress up or down: Arket Halterneck Dress, 95 I think they're perennially chic, eschewing the sometimes gaudy florals or designs that flood the shops come summer and stay stylish just by existing

Personally, I wouldnt stress about the perfect structured fit too much, as in recent years, elongated blazers have become more and more of a thing, and oversized is cool, not sloppy

Now, I need to go get a new glass of red wine