I've only worn this dress once, but it was so comfy that I didn't want to take it off. That's quite a tall order for work clothes! I have worn the Essential Top a lot so I was so curious to try the Essential Dress. I got it in my Essential Top size, long length. I wore it on one of the hottest days of the summer so far and I was so cool and comfortable while also feeling appropriately covered for work! The fabric falls slightly boxy, so just be prepared for that. It's a feature, not a bug.

Love the pockets and the length. The V-neck was a little low for me, but if it was higher it may be a bit matronly. Very comfy.

I'm pear-shaped so dresses can be tough for me but this dress is very flattering and comfortable! I've been wearing it a lot since it arrived and wish I had it in a few more colors.

Navy dresses are notoriously hard to find. Either the color is wrong, or the fit is too rigid, or it lacks pizzaz. This dress hits all the notes. I grabbed the longer version and it fits perfectly and moves well. The best detail, however, is the one you can’t see in the photos: the stitching around the pockets. It adds just enough texture and visual interest to break up this dress. I’ve got a very shallow chest, so I imagine I’ll be covering the low-ish v-neck some days, but other gals who fill out tops may not have to consider that.

I now have two, in different colors and sizes depending on my mood. They travel so well, and can be dressed up or down.