Pleated Dresses
We've packed our collection of pleated dresses with styles for every moment. Pleats hold their shape perfectly, making them easy to wear and even easier to love. Just roll your dress, pop it in your bag and unpack it ready to wear, whether you’re away overnight or heading off for a week in the sun.
At Klass, we love the versatility of pleated dresses the most. The style works just as well with trainers and a denim jacket for daytime errands as it does with a boucle blazer and pumps for the office. For plans with friends, a strappy maxi pleated dress looks lovely at a summer BBQ and a floral design is a trusty favourite that never goes out of style.
Long-sleeve, short-sleeve, round-neck, V-neck; you name your favourite style, we’ve got a pleated dress waiting for you below. Take a browse to find the one you'll be wearing all season long.
Shift Dresses FAQs
What occasions is a black shift dress suitable for?
Nearly all! The simple, straight-cut style works well for casual and formal plans, as well as work. What you pair your black shift with is what makes your look suitable for a lazy lunch with friends, an anniversary dinner, or a work event.
Add a blazer over the top for the office. Switch for a sparkly cover up and a pair of dangly earrings for a special occasion. Dress it down for the weekend with ankle boots or statement trainers. It’s the one dress you can rewear over and over for different plans. The only occasion we’d suggest you check it’s OK for is a wedding. The dress code will tell you if black is to be avoided - other than that, you’re ready to wear the shift wherever, whenever.
Browse our little black dresses for more styles and inspiration.
Can I wear a shift dress to a wedding?
A shift dress is one of our go-to styles for a wedding guest. The straight fit that doesn’t cling or hug is perfect for these all-day, all-evening occasions where comfort is a priority. Fabrics like lace and satin add a touch of luxury to your look, whereas lightweight cottons and linens are perfect for keeping cool at a summer wedding in the sun. Pumps, sandals, or heels all go well with the shape of the shift, so you can be comfy on your feet all wedding long.
Our collection of shift dresses is full of colour, from tropical prints and florals to capri blues and cherry reds, so you can find the one that’ll look perfect at your next wedding.
Should I pack a shift dress for a cruise?
We would. In fact, we’d pack more than one! They’re such easy and versatile pieces, so you can be jazzing one up for a fancy meal one minute, and dressing another down for a daytime adventure the next. If you’re heading to the sun, choose breathable fabrics like cotton or linen to keep cool in the heat. If you’re cruising somewhere colder, a shift with structure looks lovely with tights and under an oversized blazer or a soft, snug knit.
Browse all cruise dresses to pack with confidence.
What types of printed shift dresses are trending?
Shift dresses in 2026 are about one feeling: joy. Playful patterns are everywhere, from bold botanicals and bright polka dots to animal prints that’ve been trending for years. If you prefer a more muted look, then neutrals or pastels (think mint green, lavender, and blush pink) are perfect for an understated but trendy look.