Trends come and go, but wrap dresses will always be one of the easiest ways to slim and elongate any figure. Whether you’re looking for an office-approved style or need a few variations for your spring-to-summer wardrobe, a wrap dress is an instant confidence booster. This silhouette elongates the figure by highlighting the smallest point of your waist, creating an instant hourglass figure — no shapewear required.
From flowy maxi versions to elevated workwear styles, these 17 picks are the ones we think every woman over 40 should have in their closet. They’re age appropriate, yet stylish, and start at just $25!
17 Waist-Snatching Wrap Dresses for Women in Their 40s
Brunch-Ready Beauties
1. Our Favorite: A trending pick for spring, this colorful wrap dress is flying off Amazon’s shelves.
2. Floral and Flowy: Feel feminine and fabulous in this floral style that gently drapes over the curves.
3. Sweet Swiss Dot: Switch up your closet with this swiss dot dress that has boutique-level charm.
4. Printed Perfection: Snag this paisley printed dress with pops of coastal blue.
5. Pretty Puff Sleeve: This puff-sleeve wrap dress slims the arms and waist at the same time.
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Day-to-Day Favorites
6. Our Favorite: From farmer’s markets to patio happy hours, this flattering wrap dress matches any occasion.
7. Ultra-Comfortable: Not only does this comfortable wrap dress snatch the curves, it has pockets, too.
8. Easy and Breezy: This breathable wrap dress from Lands End comes in petite sizing for short shoppers.
9. Shopper Favorite: With over 17,500 five-star ratings, we have no doubt you’ll want to wear this short sleeve wrap dress on repeat.
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Out-to-Dinner Energy
10. Our Favorite: You’ll want this sheer midi dress on hand for spring and summer date nights, thanks to its subtly spicy design.
11. Pretty in Polka Dots: Go from the office to happy hour in this pretty polka dot dress that can be styled with heels, flats and more.
12. Perfectly Polished: Look polished to perfection in this printed wrap dress that has a waist-cinching tie detail.
13. Silky Stunner: Go from dinner to dancing in this silk wrap dress that’s an easy going out staple.
Vacation-Ready Vibes
14. Our Favorite: This boho-inspired maxi dress is made for walks on the beach, sight-seeing and so much more.
15. Designer-Looking: Look like you shop high end in this designer-style mini dress that looks like it should cost way more than $30.
16. Easy Elegance: Channel elegant rich mom style in this flowy kimono dress that would look perfect with a rattan tote in hand.
17. Very Vibrant: Match the vibrant vacation energy in this colorful wrap dress that’s sure to boost your mood . . . and your wardrobe!
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