Short Mini Dresses You Can Still Enjoy In The Cooler Months

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Short Mini Dresses You Can Still Enjoy In The Cooler Months

Yes, we said it—short dresses can most definitely be worn in the cooler months. While we claim the spring-summer favorite to be suitable for fall and winter, it’s not in the way that you think. Let’s face it, short dresses naturally show more skin, but who said you can’t enjoy your favorite mini dresses with a smart twist? Surely any short piece can work perfectly with some tights or even simply layered under your favorite outerwear. But when it comes to these staples, even if they’re a bit revealing, you can still work some magic. And after all, if you love a dress too much, why not wear it without the layering (for the daring ladies only). Never miss out on your go-to pieces this fall or winter season when there presents a million reasons to leverage them. These designer pieces have a purpose in the sun and outside of it!

Short Mini Dresses You Can Still Enjoy In The Cooler Months

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Mini Dresses Made To Layer

We’ve all wondered how to layer properly and luckily, these short mini dresses were made for it. With the right piece, you can throw just about anything on and you’ll have yourself the perfect layered fall or winter look. Just take a look at the LULUS Karmin Velvet Lace-Up Back Sweetheart Neck Velvet Dress and the SAINT LAURENT Black Babydoll Short Dress as examples. While these two are more on the basic side, their texturized simplicity offers ample opportunity to take your styling to new heights. After all, the cooler months are great for experimenting with your new favorite coats and jackets galore. We’re sure that with just one try, you’ll find these short mini dresses to be your go-to the next time you’re headed out. Just remember to keep the temperature in mind and you’ll be ready to go!

Shop more Designer Short Mini Dresses You Can Still Enjoy In The Cooler Months selected and reviewed by our expert fashion buyers and stylists

  • ILKYAZ OZEL Zoe Dress

    $1,495
  • SAINT LAURENT Printed Draped Tech Mini Dress

    $3,400
  • GEISHA DESIGNS Strapless Cutwork Mini Dress

    $368
  • GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Printed Silk Georgette Minidress

    $2,644
  • L'AGENCE Sunny Sequined Long-Sleeve Mini Dress

    $425
  • MAX MARA Eridani Wool Mini Dress

    $865
  • LIONESS Glory Mini Dress

    $79
  • HUTCH Long-Sleeve Velvet Mini Dress

    $188
  • PAIGE Ysabel Long-Sleeve Wrap Mini Dress

    $299

Dare To Wear Nothing But A Jacket

Sometimes short mini dresses don’t need to be layered to be leveraged. You can certainly go with or without a jacket or sweater depending on your climate. If you don’t need to layer, why do it? Let those shoulders shine and those legs wander—the liberating feeling of a daring mini dress is one worth experiencing. After all, the cold air could strike at anytime, so why not try going solo while you can? The VALENTINO Black Silk Chiffon Lace Dress is the perfect piece to do just that. Perfectly fashionable on its own, you won’t need much to make this ensemble work it’s magic. Simply pair it with your favorite classic booties or Mary Jane heels for an elevated look. You’ll soon be thankful you stumbled upon short mini dresses like these!

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