The knitted dress trend has been back in a seriously big way in 2021. You might not have realised this, of course, because in many ways it’s the kind of frock that never really goes out of fashion. However, there’s one key component of this year’s style that French women have been nailing for ever. When it comes to knitted dresses en France, les françaises are more likely to opt for a fitted version. No saggy, loose-fitting sacks for our friends across the channel, thank you very much. Instead, it’s about considered knitwear that is more bodycon and has some kind of structure.
Case in point is Khaite’s chic black version which I spotted on Camille Charrière some time ago. The sweetheart neckline is what really makes this dress sing but I love the demure nature of the long sleeves too. This season, the brand has brought out a new version of that dress but this time it’s all about off-the-shoulder silhouettes. I also love Ellie Delphine’s rainbow Christopher John Rogers fitted and backless version as well.
As for brands that are doing this trend well right now, there’s figure-hugging ribbed dresses from Mango, Ganni and Arket, plus a high-necked belted version from Zimmerman that’s a wardrobe classic-in-the-making. I’d wager you’d be hard pressed to find a knitted dress you didn’t like in the edit below. Keep scrolling for more.
