Joanna Gaines' Little Black Dress Is a Wardrobe Staple You'll Wear for Seasons to Come — Get the Look from $25

Mar. 15, 2025

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If there’s one closet staple that has truly stood the test of time, it’s thelittle black dress.

Joanna Gainesproved this true when promoting her new Magnolia Home wallcoverings onInstagram: She wore a black shirt dress with a collared neckline, waist-cinching belt, and ruffled cap sleeves. While this isn’t the first time the lifestyle guru has broken out an iteration of the closet staple in recent months — she also sported a black midi dress whenappearing on theTodayshow in June— her latest outfit was a masterclass in transitional dressing.

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“Love this dress,”one reviewer wrote. “It’s comfortable in hot weather, sturdy, and looks professional without having to iron… Plenty of room for airflow in summer.”

Chouyatou Long-Sleeve Maxi Shirt Dress

$27 at Amazon

Long-sleeve shirt dresses are also a smart option to have on rotation during seasonal transitions, and this maxi dress has earned high praise from Amazon shoppers thanks to its “excellent” quality and styling versatility. Its preppy buttons and ankle-skimming length work well from days at the office to days in the art studio, according to reviews. It’s available in five colors, including Gaines-worn black and navy blue.

“I took a chance on this dress and am so thrilled with the purchase,”one shopper shared. “It’s so flattering and is a great, sturdy material. Not see-through at all.”

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“I would wear this to every wedding this summer and beyond,”one reviewer enthused. “The fabric falls beautifully and [it] looked great after ironing on a low setting.”

Qacohu Short-Sleeve Shift Dress, $35 with coupon

$37$35 at Amazon

Kuraki Button-Front Maxi Shirt Dress

$28 at Amazon

Amoretu Button-Up Dress

$45 at Amazon

Dowerme Short-Sleeve Pleated Dress

$45$36 at Amazon

Ecowish V-Neck Belted Dress

$50$43 at Amazon

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