What Are Pinafore Dresses?

A pinafore dress by definition is a sleeveless dress that is intended to be worn over a top or blouse. A design born quite a long time ago, it’s now evolved to be a chic new style that can be donned for numerous occasions.

How Can I Style Pinafore Dresses?

There’s too many ways to count! Since you can basically wear absolutely anything underneath, you’ll be surprised by just how many pieces in your wardrobe will suit a pinafore dress. From frilly blouses to ribbed crop tops, here are our favourite stylish ways to wear a pinafore.

Over a Sweater - perfect for the cooler days

With A Basic Tee - finish with sneakers and a cross-body

A High Neck Blouse - go for that polished look and finish with heeled ankle boots

With a Turtleneck - a super chic preppy look

Make A Statement - opt for a patterned pinafore dress!

Combat Boots - a perfect way to introduce edge

How Can I Wear a Pinafore Dress to Work?

You can easily make a pinafore dress suitable for work with a few simple steps. Opt for a neutral colour and layer it over a polished patterned blouse. Finish the look with a smart pair of black penny loafers. Accessorise with minimalist jewellery and a tote.

What Pinafore Dresses Are Trending?

Zip-Up Front - a uniquely detailed piece

Corduroy - the perfect fabric for cooler days

Check Print - we can’t get enough of this print this season

Tweed - super smart and preppy

Button Front - So stylish to wear with turtlenecks

Midi Lengths - modest and chic

How Do I Style Pinafore Dresses in Winter?

Although you may think of pinafore dresses as a summer piece, they’re actually a great number to don during the cooler seasons too. It’s as easy as layering your favourite knits and jackets when it comes to putting together a chic overall ensemble.

Instead of the cropped top you’d be rocking in summer, take your favourite high neck cable knit and finish with heeled ankle boots instead. Pop on a long trench coat to finish and you have yourself a chic winter warmer outfit.

You can also play around with layering! Don’t underestimate the power of scarves, patterned socks, vibrant sweaters and embellished heels. You can completely transform a denim overall with cute and warm accessories.

Shop Women’s Pinafore Dresses Online

Designed for layering this season, decide on anything from t-shirts, pretty blouses, knitted jumpers or crops to wear with this versatile style. In fabrics like denim, corduroy, linen, leather and more, there’s so many ways to experiment for different occasions.

Shop the exclusive edit of women’s pinafore dresses here at Ally Fashion today.