Article content A maxi dress is a one-and-done outfit that can work year round. Slip the style on with sandals and a straw bag for summer, then add boots and a chic coat come fall. A stylish maxi dress really can be a wardrobe workhorse.

With versatility (and style, of course) in mind, we’ve rounded up five of the best maxi dresses in stores this summer — from a polka dotted piece to a sleek black number, these dresses are ready to work overtime. An effortless, toss-on dress, this long style from the Montreal-headquartered company Reitmans sees a lightweight T-shirt material elevated with tiers and a split neckline. We love the fresh feeling the green hue gives the swingy, s $64.

90 | The button-front shirt dress is a classic silhouette that can take you from work to the weekend. This design from Veronica Beard sees the style staple taken up a few notches with a bold red hue, polka-dot print, and a luxurious stretch silk material. Plus, the subtle ruching at the waist adds form and fit.

You won’t want to take it off. $798 | Slipping into a slip dress is a safe summer style bet. Pair it with sneakers and a denim jacket for weekend errands, sandals and a summer hat for weekend wine tasting, and strappy heels and an eye-catching clutch for a special event.

We love this smooth, satiny number from the Vancouver-based brand Paper Label, which features a v-shaped neckline and a straight fit. $160 | Delivering all the Audrey Hepburn vibes we could hope for, this off-the-shoulder.