1. The Plain Black Dress

You don’t get much more versatile than the plain black dress. Wear your black day to night dresses with denim jackets and patent shoes during the day and dress them up at night with a statement necklaces and bright lipstick. This Topshop dress will set you back around $40, which is much more affordable than what you’d be paying for similar dresses by designers like Theory.

2. The Print Dress

A bold black and white print is a versatile option for both day and night. This dress features an on-trend Deco inspired print and comes in a simple shift design. Wear it during the day with a slouchy white blazer and gold jewellery. Then, at night, ditch the blazer and let the dress shine. It’s available from Miss Selfridge and you can currently grab it on sale for $26.

3. The Little White Dress

Another option for taking your outfit from day to night is with a structured little white dress. During the day it can look quite neat and polished, but add a bit of bling on at night and it can make for quite the dazzling outfit. This crepe dress is from Topshop and features an eye-catching twist detail at the front. It is pretty pricey though, at $92, so check out places like ASOS and Modcloth for similar white dresses on a budget.

4. The Colourful Dress

Refresh your wardrobe with a cool and colourful dress. A bright blue dress, like this Alice + Olivia number, is ideal for wearing during the day and night. Style it casually during the day and add a statement layered necklace at night. Also try switching from a big day bag over to a compact clutch. It is expensive at over $300 but you can find similar dresses at stores like Forever 21 and Zara for a fraction of the cost.

5. The Colour Block Dress

Work a bold look in a colour blocked dress. This Zara dress is a stylish option and will cost you around $60. The relaxed cut of this dress makes it casual enough for wearing during the daytime but the simplicity of the design also makes it a stylish option for the evening. Keep your accessories simple during the day and then pop on some dangly statement earrings at night.

6. The Maxi Dress

The maxi dress is a great casual option for the daytime but can also be glammed up at night. A simple, column-style maxi dress is a versatile option for any wardrobe. We’ve chosen one in an earthy rust colour from Topshop. Wear it during the day with a floppy hat and embellished sandals for a bohemian-inspired look and dress it up at night with plenty of metallic jewellery and some glamazon makeup.

7. The Wrap Dress

The wrap dress is always being touted as the most flattering kind of dress around. Here, it’s a versatile day to night option. This Topshop silk dress is a relaxed take on the wrap. It has a demure, midi-length design which makes it ideal for working a polished and sophisticated daytime look. Wear it with ballet flats or sandals during the day and switch them for heels at night. This particular dress is pretty pricey though, at $190.

These are a few day to night dresses to consider for summer. Taking your dress from day to night is as simple as switching up your accessories. What do you think of these day to night dresses?