Dresses
Aug 29, 2018

30 Short-Sleeve Dresses That Are HR-Approved

by Bianca Nieves

No matter how much personal styles and tastes may vary, one thing that still remains a priority to all is dressing for your job so that you feel confident and comfortable. Sure, the outfits themselves may depend on your career and your company's flexibility, but regardless of what your office considers "dressing appropriately," you want something that says you mean business. That's where short-sleeve dresses come into the picture.

Whether maxi or midi, printed or bold, a short-sleeve dress allows you enough flexibility to be creative with your outfit while remaining HR-friendly. Ahead, find 30 short-sleeve dresses for work that will make your commute (and that massive meeting on your calendar) a stylish one.

short-sleeve dresses for work: Zara

Jacquard Dress With Buttons

Color is your friend when it comes to picking your work dresses.

Available in sizes S to L.

Collarless Belted Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Cotton Collarless Belted Shirtdress

You can't go wrong with a sleek shirtdress.

Available in sizes 00 to 16.

Chiffon Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Patterned Chiffon Dress

A delicate take on our favorite floral prints.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

knotted short-sleeve dresses for work

Violeta by Mango

Flowy Knotted Dress

The knot detailing accentuates your waist while still maintaining the loose flow of the dress.

Available in sizes 10 to 18.

Knit Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Lauren Knit Dress

Make your go-to transitional dress a bold knitted one.

Available in sizes 1 to 3.

Faux-Wrap Jersey Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Faux Wrap Jersey Dress

Pair this dress with block heels and you're ready to go.

Available in sizes 1X to 3X.

Crepe Short Sleeve Dresses for Work

Silvery Crepe Twist Dress

Dress this number up with heeled boots or down with sneakers.

Available in sizes 34 to 42.

Belted Navy Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Belted Shirtdress

You can never have enough shirtdresses when it comes to your work wardrobe.

Available in sizes XXS to XXL.

Floral Short-Sleeve Midi Dresses for Work

Desert Floral Midi Dress

This dress can easily go from casual business meetings to a dinner party.

Available in sizes XXS to XL.

Gingham Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Flutter Sleeve Cotton A-Line Dress With Pockets

We've never met a gingham dress we didn't love.

Available in sizes XXS to 4X.

Zebra-Print Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Zebra Morgan Long Dress

This zebra-print dress will be a conversation starter.

Available in sizes 0 to 6.

Purple Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Tie Waist Collar Shirt Dress

Bring out your PVC heels to style with this fun shirtdress.

Available in sizes X to 4X.

Denim Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Denim Wrap Waist Dress

Opt for a darker wash when it comes to choosing a work-friendly denim dress.

Available in sizes 1 to 9.

Striped Short-Sleeve Midi Dresses for Work

Curve Midi Tea Dress in Fine Stripe

This frock will go perfectly with all your work tote bags.

Available in sizes 14 to 24.

Polka-Dot Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Eliana Polka Dot Wrap Dres

Wear this polka-dot dress with your white boots for a fun office look.

Available in sizes 2 to 12.

Cotton Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

A seasonless dress if styled accordingly.

Available in sizes XS to L.

Lilac Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

The ideal dress to throw on the mornings you're running late but still want to look composed.

Available in sizes XXS to L.

A-Line Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Lafayette 148 New York, Plus Size

Emanuelle A-Line Dress

Have an important business meeting? Wear this dress.

Available in sizes 0X to 3X.

Ruffled Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Mustard-colored dresses are sure to go with everything you already own.

Available in sizes XXS to L.

Linen Short Sleeve Dresses for Work

Yellow Linen Dress

The perfect dress to wear on Summer Fridays.

Available in sizes S to M.

High-Low Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Floral High-Low Dress

It's time to bring back high-low dresses.

Available in sizes 0X to 3X.

Flared Jacquard Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Checked Jacquard Flare Dress

You can't say no to such a fun skirt flare.

Available in sizes 16 to 26.

Printed Short-Sleeve Wrap Dresses for Work

Midi Cap Sleeve Satin Wrap Dress

Wear all your prints tastefully in one pretty wrap dress.

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Silk Floral Short Sleeve Dresses for Work

Pro tip: Midi dresses are your best friend.

Available in sizes 0 to 8.

Short-Sleeve Minidresses for Work

Cutabout Mini Dress

Bring this number out closer to the holidays.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

White Short-Sleeve Midi Dresses for Work

Journee Midi Dress

Be sure to have at least one white dress in your wardrobe.

Available in sizes XS to L.

Pleated Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Whether you work in a creative field or not, this dress is a must.

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Brown Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

The Frankie Shop

Brown Multicolor Color Block Linen Dress

Same goes for this frock.

Available in one size.

Floral Short-Sleeve Maxi Dresses for Work

Tulip-Sleeve Maxi Dress in Sweet Blossoms

Playful but still work-oriented.

Available in sizes 00 to 24.

Blue Short-Sleeve Dresses for Work

Maryam Nassir Zadeh

The only drama you should bring into the office should be with this dress.

Available in sizes 2 to 4.