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Best classic and versatile black midi dresses for women

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Best black dresses for women
Best black midi dresses on the high street 2023. (Marks & Spencer / Reiss / John Lewis)

When it comes to wardrobe staples, nothing stands the test of time quite like a black dress. The classic item can last you decades and span numerous occasions if you opt for a simple silhouette that can easily be switched up with accessories.

If you're on the hunt for a new versatile number you're in luck, as high street stores such as Marks & Spencer, John Lewis and Boden have some great options right now, with many under £50.

Whether you're after a feathered detailed pencil dress for a black tie event or a cool, classic linen style to see you through summer, these black dresses are far from boring.

Plus, we've uncovered some great sale bargains, too, like this Cecile Tux Bodycon Midi Dress from Reiss which is down to £90 from £228 (well over 50% off).

15 of the best black midi dresses on the high street

Jersey V-Neck Midi Wrap Dress | £29.50 from M&S

(Marks & Spencer)
(Marks & Spencer)

Pure Cotton Midi Shirt Dress | £45 from M&S

(Marks & Spencer)
(Marks & Spencer)

Woven Mix Midi Dress | £57 (Was £95) from Boden

(Boden)
(Boden)

Collared Midi Wrap Dress | £35 from M&S

(Marks & Spencer)
(Marks & Spencer)

Plus Size Soft Tailored High Low Midi Dress | £79.20 (was £99) from Karen Millen

(Karen Millen)
(Karen Millen)

Hattei Belted Shirt Dress With Utility Detailing | £175 from Ted Baker

(Ted Baker)
(Ted Baker)

Cecile Tux Bodycon Midi Dress | £90 (was £228) from Reiss

(Reiss)
(Reiss)

Linen Blend Square Neck Shirred Midi Dress | £45 from M&S

(Marks & Spencer)
(Marks & Spencer)

Black Popper Detail Midi Dress | £99 from Mint Velvet

(Mint Velvet)
(Mint Velvet)

ANYDAY Plain Puff Sleeve Empire Line Dress, Black | £45 from John Lewis

(John Lewis & Partners)
(John Lewis & Partners)

Black Elora Sleeveless Midi Dress Organic Cotton | £75 from Nobody's Child

(Nobody's Child)
(Nobody's Child)

John Lewis Plain Asymmetric Velvet Dress, Black | £44.70 (was £149) from John Lewis

(John Lewis & Partners)
(John Lewis & Partners)

Feather Bandeau Dress | £87.20 (was £109) from Warehouse

(Warehouse)
(Warehouse)

Silk Panel T-shirt dress | £115 from COS

(Cos)
(Cos)

Kin Plain Gathered Waist Jersey Dress | £59 from John Lewis

(John Lewis)
(John Lewis)

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