Navy Knit Maxi Dress with Ribbed Hem

A navy knit maxi dress with short sleeves and a rolled round neckline, made to be pulled on and left alone.

The knit has a textured feel to it, so the surface catches light unevenly instead of sitting flat. The round neckline is rolled, which gives the opening a soft edge and stops it going slack. Short sleeves keep the arms free. At the bottom, a ribbed hemline adds a little weight and holds the maxi length steady rather than letting it drift. The dress is unlined, so what you feel is the knit itself.

The length reads long and the shape reads relaxed, which is a useful combination on a day with no dress code. Wear it with flat sandals or trainers and let the hem do what it wants. Throw a jacket over the top when the morning is cool, and add a belt at the waist when you want the same knit dress to show more shape.