When looking to add to your winter wardrobe it’s easy to default to trousers and long sleeve shirt combo when shopping. Especially now since that cold snap has well and truly arrived. 

But we’re here to tell you there is another item you should be open to embracing once the temperature drops, enter: the winter dress.

It may not be the first thing you think of when you’re scrambling to pull together that morning’s semi-respectable office attire, but the subtle yet striking winter knit dress could be your next go-to.

We’ve been fully embracing the ultra-feminine ribbed knit fabrics on offer these days as they both warm you and provide a figure-hugging winter alternative.

Whether you opt for the sleeveless or long sleeve option, the results are the same and you can guarantee you’ve got yourself a polished (and warm!) look on your hands that requires minimal morning effort. 

If you’re as enthusiastic with this winter alternative as much we are, then take a look at our favourite and super affordable winter dresses here. 

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Spun from a mohair and merino wool blend, this knit dress inspires laid-back luxury.

The neutral-stripe, classic ribbed mock-neckline, self-tie sash belt and a slouchy design ensures ultimate comfort.

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Steel the Label Lune Knit Dress, $329.00, available at steelelabel.com

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Tap into Nanushka’s urban escapist mindset with the artful Kora Knit Midi Dress.

The confident silhouette is crafted from merino wool and cashmere blend in a neutral hue the label calls “Toffee”.

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Nanushka Kora Wool-Bend Knit Midi Dress, $250.00, available at mytheresa.com

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Featuring a mid-length and slim fit with long sleeves, scoop neckline and wide rib knit material.

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Knit Scoop Dress, $59.99, available at glassons.com.au

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A knee-length, ribbed dress like this one will guarantee to keep you cosy and warm all through the winter season.

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Sheike Believer Knit Dress, $139.95, available at sheike.com.au

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Made from a viscose blended yarn, this midi dress features a funnel neckline, long sleeves and a rib design.

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Cue Rib Knit Dress, $245.00, available at cue.cc

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This cool girl, edgy option from Pixie Market will definitely turn heads this winter. Featuring a grey turtleneck sweater dress with a split front centre. (You may need pants for this one though)

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Pixie Market Grey Split Front Sweater Dress, $300.00, available from pixiemarket.com

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