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Every season, there’s one piece of clothing that always makes it to the top of our must-have list. Whether it’s a pair of trousers, a tee, a blouse or even a jacket, you will always find said piece all over your Instagram feed.

But first, let’s give you a brief history of the ever-so famous shirt dress. As an item that had a surge in popularity as soon as women became more powerful, shirt dresses represented the workforce with all its glory. Soon enough, women all over the world adopted the casual trend and transformed it into their own. And now, the fashion industry has toyed with the trend so tastefully, that one would be remiss not to give in to the fashionable temptation. Shirt dresses have this practical quality to them, as one could simply slip into a piece and not think twice about other items. The secret lies in the way you style them; from adding a thick belt, to sprucing it up with accessories, you can truly make a difference with just a few simple steps.

Below, we’ve scoured some of the best shirt dresses to hit the market this season. To the Photo Gallery!

Cindy Menassa