40 Travel-ready Fall Dresses to Keep You Stylish on Any Trip-From J.Crew, Quince, and More, Starting at $14

"When it comes to fall fashion, comfort reigns supreme. Cashmere blends, soft cotton, and loose-fitting fleece and flannel make their way from the back of closets to replace our breezy summer faves. The new season also opens up more possibilities for your travel dresses. As a travel journalist often splitting time between business meetings abroad and demanding sightseeing schedules, I've always leaned into dresses for that effortless look that can take me from day to night year-round."

"When it comes to fall dresses for travel, cinched-waist sweater dress looks and free-flowing maxis are just a few of my must-have items that find their way into my packing cubes. If you're upcoming travel plans have you wanting to mix things up a bit, there's a dress style out there with your name on it-no matter the temperature. From minidresses donned with tights to long-sleeved sweater maxi styles warm enough to leave your jacket at home,"

Comfortable fabrics like cashmere blends, soft cotton, fleece, and flannel replace summer pieces for fall travel. Dresses provide an effortless day-to-night option suitable for business meetings and sightseeing. Styles include cinched-waist sweater dresses, free-flowing maxi and midi lengths, and minidresses paired with tights. Maxi dresses offer versatility with ankle-length silhouettes that layer easily and work with short or long sleeves. Examples include Gap's Modern Rib Maxi T-Shirt Dress and the Zesica Long-sleeve Sweater Dress, noted for soft stretch cotton and muted palettes. Affordable options and on-sale finds make warm, travel-ready dresses accessible for various climates and activities.

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