mollyfamwatIt’s no secret that working from home has become a popular trend for many people. But it can be difficult to find the right clothes to wear when you’re not in an office setting.
Nap dresses are comfortable, stylish & work from home attire. They are also on sale at Amazon.
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Easy, easygoing, and completely at ease. The Hill House Nap Dress is one of the most recent versions of house dresses, having been registered by the lifestyle brand. And, despite the fact that house dresses have been existed for decades, if not centuries (the design is believed to have originated from a Victorian gown), the romantic garment is undergoing a revival.
According to Amanda Sanders, a lifestyle consultant and stylist to celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Chris Rock, and Jennifer Coolidge, nap dresses are “loose-fitting, flowing, and feminine.” The breast is often the only fitting area of the dress, and other important characteristics include “thick smocking, over-exaggerated puff sleeves, and a typical long, gently pleated skirt.” While nap dresses are comfortable enough to sleep in, they serve a far larger function than a nightgown. The genius of the nap dress and related home dresses is that they’re formal enough for the workplace, casual enough for errands, and romantic enough for a weekend date.
We’ve gathered up a selection of top-rated or tried-and-true nap dresses (as well as other super-comfy dresses) that tick all of our comfort, versatility, and, of course, style boxes.
Hill House has eight colors and sizes up to 2X available.
Hill House’s Ellie Nap Dress was the first to popularize the nap dress style.
Let’s start with Hill House’s The Ellie Nap Dress, which began the trend. This dress, which comes in nine colors and fits up to size 2X, could not be more wonderful. This A-line version of the brand’s Nap Dress has elasticated smocking, ruffled shoulders, and a tiered midi skirt that will feel comfy to laze in but elegant enough to go to dinner with heels.
“Magical, gorgeous, top-notch quality, genuine French seams, amazing designs, and looks fantastic and flattering on,” says one reviewer. The praises on this nap dress are endless.”
Hill House offers nine colors and sizes up to 2X.
Get The Athena if you’re searching for a shorter and less costly version of the ultra-comfy nap dress.
This flirtier version of the classic Hill House reaches just above the knee and would look great with tights in the autumn. We’re in smitten with the pink mermaid pattern and the blue glitter check, which share the same smocking and ruffled shoulders as its longer version. It also has a knot in the back to keep the sleeves from falling down. It comes in sizes ranging from XXS to XXL.
People who are free
Oasis Midi Dress by People who are free
People who are free is one of the first companies Sanders thinks of when he thinks about sleep dresses, and with good reason. The Oasis Midi Dress is no exception to the boho-style brand’s collection of airy, flowing, and simply beautiful dresses. The traditional smocked bodice and puffy sleeves are featured on this cotton alternative, while the square neckline adds to the cottagecore vibe.
“Got this dress when I was pregnant since I wanted clothes that I could wear post-pregnancy,” writes one reviewer. This is one of my favorite comfortable dresses – the sleeves aren’t too billowy, the length isn’t too long for my 5’2″ tiny frame, and the neckline is perfect!”
Target
Sleeveless Smocked Dress for a New Day
This summery number boasts the most treasured item of women: pockets, thanks to its smocked bodice and ruffled sleeves. It runs a little big, but it’s a wonderful maternity dress, according to reviewers. “I wore it 35 weeks pregnant for my baby shower,” writes one reviewer. The XS was still a great fit! I’d say it’s a huge one. I received numerous praises. I can’t wait to wear it again when I’m not pregnant!”
Target
Ruffle Short-Sleeve Dress: Who Should Wear It?
This cheap Target choice has a larger neckline (perfect for moving into autumn) and ruched details down the sleeves for a sleep dress that looks right out of “Pride and Prejudice.” You’ll look like a Victorian dream wearing it with sneakers or boots, and it’s available in black or white.
Sleeper
Atlanta Linen Sleeper Dress
You don’t want to appear like you’re wearing a nightgown, do you? Sanders believes that many nap dresses are “underwhelming in color and pattern,” and that brighter hues are preferable. Sleeper’s orange version, made of super-soft linen, is eye-catching but traditional, and ideal for parading about in all summer.
While Sleeper’s goods are on the pricey side, they’re all ridiculously high-quality and super-versatile, with this dress being one of the brand’s best-sellers. Do you want to spend some time at home? A weekend at the beach? A date in the park or a weekend brunch? Check, check, and check again.
People who are free
Mockingbird Maxi Dress by Free People
“I’d go for something in white eyelet if I were to style someone in a nap dress,” Sanders adds. Free People’s version combines eyelet lace and cotton tiers for cottagecore drama, while the V-neck shape elongates even the shortest women.
This dress is “the ideal fit, hits in all the right places, and… not too long as I’m just 5’2,” according to one reviewer. It’s a dressier choice thanks to the exposed back and pleating throughout, and reviewers claim they’ve worn it to everything from weddings to day excursions.
Mango
Checked Vichy Dress
With lovely tie straps, ruching around the bust, and a contemporary check pattern we’re absolutely smitten with, this is a piece that could easily transition into autumn when put over a turtleneck. The midi length is flattering for women of all heights.
Everlane
The Japanese GoWeave Slip Dress by Everlane
The contemporary, minimalist sibling of the nap dress is the slip dress. They get full points for comfort and flexibility, but they don’t have the frills and ruffles that many nap dresses have. As a result, they’re excellent for layering and for anybody who appreciates practicality in their clothes. Everlane’s top-rated slip dress is composed of an extremely soft, crease-resistant (yeah!) and cooling (double yes!) fabric.
Amazon
Floral Print Retro Bohemian Midi Dress by R.Vivimos
We gushed over Amazon’s nighttime dress in 2019. The dress features a very loose bohemian style with a deep V-neck cut with tassels, similar to certain Free People designs but for a fraction of the price. So, if you’re searching for a nap dress that allows you complete freedom of movement, can get wet at the beach or pool, and won’t be worn to any formal occasions, this might be the nap dress for you.
Free People
Fable Midi Dress with Embroidery by Free People
When it comes to appearing more fashionable and less like you’re wearing a nightgown you’d really sleep in, Sanders recommends bigger patterns over tiny flower designs. This embroidered dress is one interpretation of the bolder design, which critics say gets a lot of attention.
“I’m very pissed with myself for spending time on other gowns when I could have been purchasing this dress in various colors for the past several years,” one of them says. It had been on my mind for a while, but I had never taken the plunge.”
Lulus
Off-the-Shoulder Dress with a View from the Meadow
The nap dress’s distinctive smocked bodice and flowing skirt are included in this version from Lulus, one of our favorite sites to buy for cheap but high-quality dresses. However, the long sleeves are replaced with short off-the-shoulder ones. The whole dress is sleek and a bit sexier than your average nap dress, thanks to the thigh-high slits.
Free People
Violet Mini Dress by Free People
Many maxi-length sleep dresses may be “overwhelming to most women who are under 5’7,” according to Sanders. Short nap dresses include all of the features of their maxi-length siblings, but are more petite-friendly. This Free People alternative comes in seven beautiful colors and has a charming tie in the back that eliminates the need for buttons or zippers.
Madewell
Madewell Poplin Bubble-Sleeve Mini Dress with Crewneck
This outfit is the epitome of adaptability. The poplin fabric is as light and soft as cotton, but with a little more structure, making it simple to dress up with accessories and good shoes. The elastic waistband is still quite comfortable, and the greatest thing is that there are two fully functioning pockets.
Madewell
Linen-Blend Madewell Alexandra Mini Dress with Button Front
A babydoll dress is the ideal mix of feminine and comfortable if you like the form and ease of sleep dresses but don’t want the ruffles and drama. This Madewell choice is composed of a linen and cotton mix, making it perfect for warmer weather. The button-front and hem across the center are super-cute, while the overall look is easy elegant. Bonus, and this is always a plus, the dress has two deep pockets, which means you can say goodbye to carrying a handbag.
Nap dresses are stylish and comfortable work from home attire. They offer the perfect amount of coverage without being too heavy or hot. Reference: affordable nap dress.
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