Night Out Minis and the Case for Short

Night Out Minis and the Case for Short

The mini dress is the original going-out outfit and it is not going anywhere. Short hems, bare shoulders and a good pair of heels remain the formula. This edit shows the many ways a mini can work.

The short answer

When it comes to a night out, the mini dress is still the default. It is quick to put on, easy to dance in and photographs well.

More mini dresses

Satin and slip versions stay popular for their drape. Dresses are the fastest way into the trend, since one piece is the whole outfit.

Still more mini dresses

Corset and structured minis give the shape some definition. Here the dresses come in every length and cut, so the look is easy to match to an occasion.

Even more mini dresses

Sparkle and embellishment arrive in small doses. For anyone who dresses in one decision, this is the group to start with.

Yet more mini dresses

Pair a mini with a long coat for cold evenings. Dresses are the fastest way into the trend, since one piece is the whole outfit.

The last of the mini dresses

Satin and slip versions stay popular for their drape. Here the dresses come in every length and cut, so the look is easy to match to an occasion.

Dresses

Corset and structured minis give the shape some definition. For anyone who dresses in one decision, this is the group to start with.

More dresses

Sparkle and embellishment arrive in small doses. Dresses are the fastest way into the trend, since one piece is the whole outfit.

Still more dresses

Pair a mini with a long coat for cold evenings. Here the dresses come in every length and cut, so the look is easy to match to an occasion.

Midi dresses

Satin and slip versions stay popular for their drape. For anyone who dresses in one decision, this is the group to start with.

More from the edit

Corset and structured minis give the shape some definition. A few more pieces from the edit that did not fit the other groups.

Making a mini work all night

Choose comfortable shoes and a layer for the walk home. The dress takes care of the rest.