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Best Work Dresses for a Rectangle Body Type

For a rectangle body type, the goal is to create curves, define the waist, and gently enhance feminine lines. Dresses that feature defining waists, strategic draping, or added volume in the skirt or sleeve can add shape and polish to your office wardrobe. If you have particular preferences—like color, fabric, or budget—share more, and I’ll refine these ideas!
@hoskelsa
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Fit and Flare Dress
This classic style hugs the waist and flares at the skirt, balancing proportions and giving the effect of a defined waist. It’s sophisticated and appropriate for the office.
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Fit and Flare Dress
@hoskelsa
This classic style hugs the waist and flares at the skirt, balancing proportions and giving the effect of a defined waist. It’s sophisticated and appropriate for the office.
Black Halo Kashton Sheath Dress
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Black Halo

Kashton Sheath Dress

$390

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McQueen Jersey minidress
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McQueen

Jersey minidress

$2,350

Mytheresa

Carolina Herrera Houndstooth tweed midi dress
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Carolina Herrera

Houndstooth tweed midi dress

$756

$1,890

Mytheresa

Emilia Wickstead Denver minidress
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Emilia Wickstead

Denver minidress

$1,197

$1,995

Mytheresa

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@elborn_doris
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Wrap Style Dress
Wrap dresses are perfect for rectangles, as the adjustable tie visually defines the waist and creates gentle curves. This style is also comfortable and easily transitions through seasons.
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Wrap Style Dress
@elborn_doris
Wrap dresses are perfect for rectangles, as the adjustable tie visually defines the waist and creates gentle curves. This style is also comfortable and easily transitions through seasons.
Norma Kamali Long Sleeve Side Draped Dress
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Norma Kamali

Long Sleeve Side Draped Dress

$117

$195

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Max Mara Odessa wrap-effect wool dress
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Max Mara

Odessa wrap-effect wool dress

$596

$1,490

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TWP The Walkaway Dress
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TWP

The Walkaway Dress

$507.5

$725

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Cinq à Sept Cayleigh Dress
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Cinq à Sept

Cayleigh Dress

$222.5

$445

Cinq a Sept

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@mrs_iralo
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Peplum Sheath Dress
A sheath dress with subtle peplum detail adds volume at the hips, thus creating curves. The structured fit also keeps the look polished for work environments.
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Peplum Sheath Dress
@mrs_iralo
A sheath dress with subtle peplum detail adds volume at the hips, thus creating curves. The structured fit also keeps the look polished for work environments.
Max Mara Cosmos peplum jersey midi dress
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Max Mara

Cosmos peplum jersey midi dress

$1,040

$1,300

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Delani peplum midi dress
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Safiyaa

Delani peplum midi dress

$833

$1,190

Mytheresa

Jenny Packham Honeybee grosgrain-trimmed crystal-embellished crepe peplum midi dress
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Jenny Packham

Honeybee grosgrain-trimmed crystal-embellished crepe peplum midi dress

$882

$1,764

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Safiyaa Loura draped peplum crêpe midi dress
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Safiyaa

Loura draped peplum crêpe midi dress

$1,221

$1,745

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@blakeevinn
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Long Sleeve Dress with Puff Sleeves
Statement puff sleeves (a current trend) introduce volume at the shoulders, balancing your silhouette and accentuating the waist by contrast. Choose tailored fits for a refined, office-ready vibe.
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Long Sleeve Dress with Puff Sleeves
@blakeevinn
Statement puff sleeves (a current trend) introduce volume at the shoulders, balancing your silhouette and accentuating the waist by contrast. Choose tailored fits for a refined, office-ready vibe.
Tuckernuck White Vesty Mini Dress
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Tuckernuck

White Vesty Mini Dress

$47

$118

Tuckernuck

Tuckernuck Navy Crepe Samantha Dress
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Tuckernuck

Navy Crepe Samantha Dress

$168

Tuckernuck

Tuckernuck Navy Vesty Mini Dress
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Tuckernuck

Navy Vesty Mini Dress

$39

$98

Tuckernuck

Victoria Beckham Gathered midi dress
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Victoria Beckham

Gathered midi dress

$870

$1,450

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@anastasia.fth
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Pleated Midi Dress
Pleated skirts create movement and visual interest, helping to define the lower half and balance proportions. Look for a fitted waist for extra shape.
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Pleated Midi Dress
@anastasia.fth
Pleated skirts create movement and visual interest, helping to define the lower half and balance proportions. Look for a fitted waist for extra shape.
Ulla Johnson Fianna Dress
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Ulla Johnson

Fianna Dress

$690

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JOSEPH Volta belted plissé satin midi dress
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JOSEPH

Volta belted plissé satin midi dress

$447

$745

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Elie Tahari Pleated Ruched Sleeve Dress
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Elie Tahari

Pleated Ruched Sleeve Dress

$159

$398

Elie Tahari

JOSEPH Volta belted plissé satin midi dress
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JOSEPH

Volta belted plissé satin midi dress

$456

$760

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@thebstinger
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Belted Shirt Dress
A belted shirt dress gives sharp structure and allows you to cinch the waist, adding much-needed definition. Opt for crisp fabrics like cotton poplin or a soft, drapey blend for work.
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Belted Shirt Dress
@thebstinger
A belted shirt dress gives sharp structure and allows you to cinch the waist, adding much-needed definition. Opt for crisp fabrics like cotton poplin or a soft, drapey blend for work.
Ralph Lauren Collection Belted wool midi dress
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Ralph Lauren Collection

Belted wool midi dress

$2,200

Mytheresa

Elie Tahari Utility Tie Shirt Dress
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Elie Tahari

Utility Tie Shirt Dress

$159

$398

Elie Tahari

Nili Lotan Agatha cotton-twill midi shirt dress
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Nili Lotan

Agatha cotton-twill midi shirt dress

$209

$595

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Tuckernuck Navy Mini Chloe Dress
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Tuckernuck

Navy Mini Chloe Dress

$278

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@tialineker
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Colorblock Panel Dress
Colorblock side panels or strategic seaming can visually sculpt the waist, giving the illusion of greater curves. This also feels fresh and modern for professional attire.
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Colorblock Panel Dress
@tialineker
Colorblock side panels or strategic seaming can visually sculpt the waist, giving the illusion of greater curves. This also feels fresh and modern for professional attire.
Tuckernuck Sorbet Colorblock Stretch Taffeta Gigi Mini Dress
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Tuckernuck

Sorbet Colorblock Stretch Taffeta Gigi Mini Dress

$228

Tuckernuck

Carolina Herrera Colorblocked wool-blend midi dress
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Carolina Herrera

Colorblocked wool-blend midi dress

$1,809

$2,585

Mytheresa

Roksanda Pembrook draped crêpe cocktail dress
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Roksanda

Pembrook draped crêpe cocktail dress

$1,215

$2,430

Mytheresa

Fleur du Mal Addie Midi Dress
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Fleur du Mal

Addie Midi Dress

$81.25

$325

Shopbop

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Dress with Ruffled Skirt
A ruffled or tiered skirt (especially near the hem or hips) brings extra dimension and flare, offsetting a rectangular shape while still looking elegant for the office.
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Dress with Ruffled Skirt
A ruffled or tiered skirt (especially near the hem or hips) brings extra dimension and flare, offsetting a rectangular shape while still looking elegant for the office.
BITE STUDIOS Scenic Cotton Frill Dress
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BITE STUDIOS

Scenic Cotton Frill Dress

$184

$920

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Cinq à Sept Mini Lila Dress
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Cinq à Sept

Mini Lila Dress

$187.5

$375

Cinq a Sept

Mango Mixed striped dress
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Mango

Mixed striped dress

$25.99

$69.99

Mango

Cinq à Sept Zenni Dress
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Cinq à Sept

Zenni Dress

$395

Cinq a Sept

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Safiyaa Delani peplum midi dress
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Safiyaa

Delani peplum midi dress

$833

$1,190

Mytheresa

SIMKHAI Mckinnon Guipure Midi Dress
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SIMKHAI

Mckinnon Guipure Midi Dress

$1,295

SIMKHAI

SIMKHAI Prisca Bustier Midi Dress
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SIMKHAI

Prisca Bustier Midi Dress

$416

$945

Revolve

Safiyaa Draped crêpe midi dress
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Safiyaa

Draped crêpe midi dress

$962

$1,375

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Belted midi dress
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Safiyaa

Belted midi dress

$1,011

$1,445

Mytheresa

Black Halo Jackie O Belted Dress
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Black Halo

Jackie O Belted Dress

$375

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Black Halo Jackie O Belted Dress
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Black Halo

Jackie O Belted Dress

$375

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Black Halo Madeline Sheath Dress
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Black Halo

Madeline Sheath Dress

$290.5

$415

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Carolina Herrera Wool cocktail dress
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Carolina Herrera

Wool cocktail dress

$1,809

$2,585

Mytheresa

Black Halo Jackie O Belted Dress
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Black Halo

Jackie O Belted Dress

$262.5

$375

Shopbop

Black Halo Jackie O Belted Dress
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Black Halo

Jackie O Belted Dress

$262.5

$375

Shopbop

Black Halo Madeline Sheath Dress
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Black Halo

Madeline Sheath Dress

$415

Shopbop

Black Halo 3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress
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Black Halo

3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress

$390

Shopbop

Black Halo 3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress
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Black Halo

3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress

$390

Shopbop

Safiyaa Rildanna crêpe midi dress
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Safiyaa

Rildanna crêpe midi dress

$837

$1,675

Mytheresa

Roland Mouret Belted crêpe midi dress
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Roland Mouret

Belted crêpe midi dress

$857

$1,225

Mytheresa

Norma Kamali Belted peplum midi dress
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Norma Kamali

Belted peplum midi dress

$315

Mytheresa

Erdem Floral-appliqué denim midi dress
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Erdem

Floral-appliqué denim midi dress

$1,355

Mytheresa

Black Halo 3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress
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Black Halo

3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress

$273

$390

Shopbop

Carolina Herrera Denim midi dress
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Carolina Herrera

Denim midi dress

$1,014

$1,690

Mytheresa

Roland Mouret Belted crêpe midi dress
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Roland Mouret

Belted crêpe midi dress

$980

$1,225

Mytheresa

Diane von Furstenberg Jeanne printed silk-jersey mini wrap dress
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Diane von Furstenberg

Jeanne printed silk-jersey mini wrap dress

$217

$618

Outnet

Black Halo Jackie O Belted Dress
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Black Halo

Jackie O Belted Dress

$262.5

$375

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Oscar de la Renta Embellished wool-blend midi dress
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Oscar de la Renta

Embellished wool-blend midi dress

$1,883

$2,690

Mytheresa

Roland Mouret Belted peplum bouclé midi dress
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Roland Mouret

Belted peplum bouclé midi dress

$928

$1,160

Mytheresa

Erdem Bow-detailed bouclé-tweed midi dress
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Erdem

Bow-detailed bouclé-tweed midi dress

$1,123

$2,245

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Altuzarra Rosa midi dress
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Altuzarra

Rosa midi dress

$888

$1,480

Mytheresa

3.1 Phillip Lim Belted denim midi dress
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3.1 Phillip Lim

Belted denim midi dress

$179

$595

Outnet

Roland Mouret Belted bouclé midi dress
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Roland Mouret

Belted bouclé midi dress

$860

$1,075

Mytheresa

Proenza Schouler Maisie gathered crêpe midi dress
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Proenza Schouler

Maisie gathered crêpe midi dress

$955

$1,365

Mytheresa

Brunello Cucinelli Gathered midi dress
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Brunello Cucinelli

Gathered midi dress

$3,080

$4,400

Mytheresa

Black Halo Danica Sheath Dress
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Black Halo

Danica Sheath Dress

$390

Shopbop

Roland Mouret Draped belted wool crêpe midi dress
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Roland Mouret

Draped belted wool crêpe midi dress

$928

$1,160

Mytheresa

Black Halo 3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress
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Black Halo

3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress

$390

Shopbop

Max Mara Cosmos peplum jersey midi dress
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Max Mara

Cosmos peplum jersey midi dress

$1,040

$1,300

Mytheresa

Max Mara Odessa wrap-effect wool dress
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Max Mara

Odessa wrap-effect wool dress

$596

$1,490

Net-a-Porter

Roksanda Pembrook draped crêpe cocktail dress
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Roksanda

Pembrook draped crêpe cocktail dress

$1,215

$2,430

Mytheresa

Alessandra Rich Gathered polka-dot silk crepe de chine midi dress
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Alessandra Rich

Gathered polka-dot silk crepe de chine midi dress

$788

$1,970

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Elie Tahari Margaux Ruched Dress
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Elie Tahari

Margaux Ruched Dress

$221

$368

Elie Tahari

Erdem Tweed midi dress
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Erdem

Tweed midi dress

$1,436

$1,795

Mytheresa

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