12 Dresses With Pockets We're Obsessed With
The best, hands down.


It's true: There was a time when pockets were only sewn into menswear. Women, meanwhile, had to hide their pockets in the interior linings of skirts (opens in new tab) and dresses (opens in new tab). Today, the pocket is an equal opportunist, giving everyone the chance to sport the pouch any which way they choose. Enter the world of dresses with pockets. You don't have to settle for trousers (opens in new tab) to reap the benefits of the handy detail; whether you're a sucker for a button-flap or a simple single-welt style, we've got a great selection of pocket-clad dresses to shop right now. The best part? You need not have deep pockets to own one.
The Sleeveless Dress
A breezy sleeveless dress with pockets? Sign us up. Make your pockets the main event or wear them inconspicuously sewn into the sides. When the warm weather subsides, layer your dresses over short sleeves or style them with a cozy cardigan (opens in new tab), subtly draped around your shoulders.
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STAUD Bait Faux Leather-Trim Pocket Dress
Rails Rumi Smocked-Bodice Midi Dress
7 For All Mankind Patch Pocket Dress
Jonathan Simkhai Georgia Bustier Midi Dress
The Short-Sleeve Dress
There's something so appealing about a feminine dress that's also practical. These short sleeve dresses are multi-tasking masters, allowing you to leave your completely overstuffed purse at home. Now you can accessorize with one of these day clutches (opens in new tab) instead.
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Sandro Alberta Pleated Drop-Waist Dress
Sea Morgan Plaid Smocked Dress
Cinq à Sept Natasha Puff-Sleeve Denim Mini Dress
Self Portrait Puff-Sleeve Floral Print Taffeta Dress
The Long-Sleeve Dress
It wasn't always the case, but a modern-day pocket dress can rise to any occasion. These long-sleeve options can impress on work days or as weekend wear. Stash yours with keys, lip balms, or snacks—just remember to take clear them out before laundry day (opens in new tab).
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Proenza Schouler White Label Painterly Floral Shirt Dress
Tory Burch Floral Tunic Dress
Lafayette 148 New York Leona Floral-Print Maxi Dress
Sara Holzman is the Style Editor at Marie Claire, covering runway trends and tracking down the latest finds to buy and wear. When she’s not writing about fashion, she pens about the best places to jet-off to.
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