Knee Length Dresses for Women

Balmy days in the city or sun-soaked vacations call for easy-to-wear, lightweight pieces that will effortlessly transition between day and night - that's where By Malene Birger's 'Dorie' dress comes in. Cut from crinkled cotton and silk-blend crepon, this one has a loose fit through the body and is lined for coverage. Temper the shape a little by fastening the tasseled ties at the neck and cuffs.. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Max Mara's 'Lilia' coat has been made in Italy from the softest cashmere and left unlined for lightness. It has a loose silhouette with dropped shoulders and kimono sleeves, so it's easy to layer, plus deep pockets that double as handwarmers. Use the tie belt to cinch your waist.. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Christopher Kane is known for using unconventional fabrics to glamorous and often dramatic effect. Debuted on the Resort '21 runway, this skirt is made from shimmery black chain mail and has a slender column shape with a revealing side split. Tuck your top into the satin waistband. - Black chainmail and satin - Hook and zip fastening at back - 100% aluminium; trim: 100% polyester - Hand wash - Made in the UK. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Alexander McQueen's dress has been deftly tailored in Italy from black wool-blend cady blended with a touch of soft silk. It has a close, figure-skimming fit and is paneled with intricate, sheer lace along the arms and yoke. Wear it to your next event with the brand's signature clutch.. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Norma Kamali designs clothes that make you look and feel great and this chic yet minimal dress is no exception. Perfect for day or night, it's made from stretch-jersey and has an asymmetric neckline so you can wear it on or off the shoulder. Style yours with lace-up sandals and minimal accessories. Wear it with: Loewe Clutch, Bottega Veneta Sneakers. - Storm-blue stretch-jersey - Slips on - 95% polyester, 5% spandex - Dry clean - Imported. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Retrofête's 'Tori' jumpsuit is cut and tailored from denim woven with a touch of stretch for comfort. Gently stonewashed and distressed for a subtle vintage feel, it has puffed sleeves and classic patch pockets. Leave a few of the top buttons undone to show off a gold necklace. Wear it with: BY FAR Shoulder bag, Manolo Blahnik Pumps, BY FAR Sandals. - Blue denim - Buttons and concealed zip fastening along front - 98% cotton, 2% elastane - Machine wash - Made in Italy. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

You can always depend on Nili Lotan for smart, practical pieces that you'll get plenty of wear out of. Part of the Fall '20 lineup, these 'Ilford' culottes are tailored from black wool-blend twill and have wide legs traced with sharply pressed creases. Style them with classic shirting and boots. Wear it with: Nili Lotan Sweater, Totême Shirt, Khaite Shoulder bag, Khaite Knee boots, Jennifer Fisher Ring. - Black wool-blend twill - Concealed button, hook and zip fastening at front - 99% wool, 1% elastane - Dry clean. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Burberry incorporates its signature checks into this 'Hern' trench coat in such a fresh way - you'll notice it on the collar, front storm flap and lining. Detailed with polished rivets, it's made from waterproof cotton-gabardine and has a slightly loose, double-breasted silhouette with cuff tabs and a buckle-fastening belt. Wear it with: Totême Jeans, Bottega Veneta Top, Bottega Veneta Shoulder bag, Bottega Veneta Pumps. - Multicolored cotton-gabardine - Button fastenings through double-breasted front - 100% cotton; buttons: 100% horn (Buffalo); lining: 100% viscose - Dry clean - Imported. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Deadwood's Felix von Bahder workshopped so many different versions of this 'Payne' parka before coming to the perfect design - as with so many things it turned out that less is more, he told us. It's upcycled using repurposed leather from vintage pieces, rescued deadstock and post-production waste. The quilted recycled lining locks in warmth, while the asymmetric hem gives a little more coverage at the back. This product Reduces Waste. Find out more about NET SUSTAIN here. - Black recycled leather - Snaps and concealed zip fastening through front - 100% recycled leather (Lamb); lining: 100% polyester - Specialist clean - Imported. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Alexander McQueen's dress is beautifully made and demonstrates the label's acute eye for detail. It's made from black denim traced with contrasting white stitching that accentuates its feminine (and flattering) shape. The fluted skirt is trimmed with a tiered ruffle and falls in undulating folds at the front. Style yours the same way the brand would, with a corset-style belt and chunky biker boots. - Black denim - Zip fastening along back - 100% cotton - Dry clean - Imported. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

The female companion to our Dugout Sleeve Tee. Soft, versatile, and easy to wear with three-quarter length sleeves and a v-detail along the neckline that make it a standout on the field or off.. BUY FROM ALTERNATIVE APPAREL

EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. If dresses aren't typically your thing, then why wear one to get married in? A modern take on '70s styles, Halston's jumpsuit is made from white crepe with diaphanous chiffon panels that'll create beautiful movement as you walk down the aisle. Wear your hair in a bun to keep the satin neck ties on show.. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Lado Bokuchava often incorporates unexpected hits of color in its collections and this dress is such a striking example. It's cut from glossy black satin in an elegant silhouette that drapes beautifully at the neck and is accentuated at the waist with a pink faux leather panel. Style yours with pointy pumps. Wear it with: Bottega Veneta Clutch, The Attico Pumps. - Black satin, pink faux leather - Button-fastening keyhole at back - Fabric1: 86% rayon, 14% polyester; fabirc2: 50% polyester, 50% polyurethane - Dry clean - Imported. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

16ARLINGTON's founders have different, complementary approaches to design - Marco Capaldo favors lots of glamour, while Kikka Cavenati prefers pared-back minimalism. Leaning toward the latter camp, this midi skirt has been made in the label's London studio from supple black leather with a daring front slit and slender cords that wrap around the waist. Wear it with the coordinating shirt. Wear it with: Bottega Veneta Clutch, The Attico Mules. - Black leather - Concealed zip fastening along back - 100% leather (Lamb); lining: 100% polyester - Specialist clean - Made in the UK. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Andrew Gn is known to adorn his immaculately tailored designs with ornate, hand-placed embellishments - in the case of this coat, it's the wispy feather-trimmed cuffs that'll catch your eye. It's been made in Italy from wool-blend tweed and has an elegant A-line shape that stops just above the knees. Coordinate your jewelry with the retro buttons. Wear it with: Andrew Gn Dress, Jimmy Choo Clutch, Jimmy Choo Ballet flats. - White wool-blend tweed and feathers - Buttons fastenings through front - 98% wool, 1% polyamide, 1% feathers (Ostrich) - Dry clean - Ostrich: South Africa - Made in Italy. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Akris' dress is masterfully tailored from wool-blend with a double-breasted front that falls to an asymmetric hem. It has a single oversized peak lapel that's trimmed with tonal mulberry silk-blend satin and is cut for a flatteringly slim fit. The neutral tones will work equally well with both silver and gold jewelry.. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

It's not hard to see the influence traditional craft has on ioannes' Johannes Boehl Cranau - the construction of this skirt is a work of art in itself. Made in France from black twill, it's expertly gathered and draped to create a striking asymmetric shape. Wear yours with a close-fitting top and ankle boots. Wear it with: ioannes Top, BY FAR Shoulder bag, Bottega Veneta Ankle boots. - Black twill - Concealed zip fastening along side - 65% polyester, 35% viscose - Dry clean - Made in France Large to size. See Size & Fit notes.. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. Jason Wu's dress is made from lightweight chiffon patterned with a delicate floral motif. It has a flowy silhouette cinched by a shirred waistband and a full lining for comfortable coverage. Match your accessories to the prints's navy or pink tones. Wear it with: Bottega Veneta Shoulder bag, Khaite Mules. - Navy, tonal-pink and white chiffon - Concealed hook and zip fastening at back - 100% polyester; lining: 95% polyester, 5% polyurethane - Dry clean - Imported. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Stella McCartney's 'Carly' skirt is made from panels of the label's buttery-soft vegetarian leather. Detailed with utility-inspired button fastenings and pockets, it has a slightly loose fit and falls just above the knees. Team yours with a chunky sweater and ankle boots. Wear it with: Stella McCartney Sweater, Burberry Clutch, Bottega Veneta Pumps, Sophie Buhai Earrings, Completedworks Ring. - Black vegetarian leather - 62% polyester, 38% viscose. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

For Bottega Veneta's Daniel Lee, Fall '20 is all about softness - everything from tailoring to evening dresses personifies the malleable nature of the label's leather goods. Seen on the runway, this jumpsuit has been knitted in Italy with deep ribs and plenty of stretch that create a plissé effect. We love how the fluted sleeves mirror the shape and movement of the fluid wide legs. Wear it with: Bottega Veneta Clutch, Bottega Veneta Boots. - Black ribbed-knit - Concealed zip fastening along back - Fabric1: 47% viscose, 43% polyester, 8% polyamide, 2% elastane; fabric2: 44% viscose, 34% polyamide, 17% polyester, 5% elastane - Dry clean - Made in Italy. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

SAINT LAURENT's Fall '20 collection is filled with references to the '90s. Styled on the runway with a tucked-in blouse and slick thigh-high boots, these high-rise shorts are made from soft wool-twill and have sharply pressed creases and turned-up cuffs to emphasize the slightly loose legs. - Gray wool-twill - Button and concealed zip fastening at front - 100% wool; pocket lining: 100% cotton; lining: 100% silk - Dry clean - Made in Italy. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Alexander McQueen's penchant for vivid color is showcased beautifully by this red peplum dress. Cut in Italy from wool-blend and lined for a smooth finish, it has an elegant sweetheart neckline and ruffled trims. The nipped waist and darted seams are so flattering, making it a timeless choice for special events.. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Cycling shorts are one of this season's most popular trends for a reason - the right pair will hug and sculpt the body in such a flattering way. Hitting the mark, TWENTY Montréal's 'Mackay' version is cut from ribbed stretch-jersey for a second-skin fit. The thick waistband is designed to stay in place while you're at the gym or running errands.. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER

Suzie Kondi believes you shouldn't have to choose between comfort and style, so her designs include elements of both. This wrap-effect jumpsuit is cut from soft cotton-blend velour and has an elasticated waistband that defines the otherwise relaxed shape. Wear yours with sneakers. Wear it with: Loewe Bucket bag, Loewe Sneakers. - Magenta cotton-blend velour - Pulls on - 80% cotton, 20% polyester - Machine wash - Designer color: Cerise. BUY FROM NET-A-PORTER