There's no fashion girl whose eyes wouldn't widen upon seeing Kate Bosworth [1]'s Ulla Johnson dress. Its easy tie front [2], which gives the illusion of a flannel shirt secured around the waist, looks effortless and casual-cool. The design goes as well with a pair of chic booties as it does with high-top sneakers, making it the perfect go-to for a quick flight [3] à la Kate, who headed into LAX [4] in the Fall '15 plaid mini.
But she's not the only one who's secured a tie-front dress. You'd be hard-pressed to find a blogger who hasn't showed off a similar design in her feed [5], and our favorite retailers are stocking plenty of fresh styles that fit the bill. See a few different takes on the throw-on-and-go dress that's now trending, and then scoop one up for yourself.
Kate's Ulla Johnson Dress
Kate accented her plaid, tie-front Ulla Johnson mini with black accessories including lace-up booties, a small satchel, and dark oversize sunglasses.
The Denim Tie-Front Dress
Pair with sneakers and a baseball cap for Sunday brunch [6].
The Laid-Back Button-Up Style
A simple bow at the waist meets a row of buttons on this asymmetrical, slouchy design.
The Sweat Skirt Option
Take the alternative route by layering your cozy body-con dress with a sweater, or find a skirt that boasts the same detail.
The Long-Sleeved Polo Dress
Contrast with Nike trainers or Yeezy Boosts, and you're ready to make a sporty statement.
Try a Side-Slit Midi
A bandana neckerchief and plunging neckline help you achieve '70s vibes, and white sneakers makes you appear ready for anything.
Ulla Johnson Corsica Shift Dress-White [7] ($485)
Issa Lizzie Tie-Front Silk-Satin Dress [8] ($505)
Tibi Lightweight Denim Shirt Dress [9] ($425)
Tsumori Chisato Tie Waist Dress [10] ($833)
Thakoon Addition Thakoon Flannel Side Tie Dress [11] ($490)
N. Nicholas Shirt Dress with Tie [12] ($335)
T by Alexander Wang Knotted-front silk-twill dress [13] ($645)
Tibi Aurora Drape Long Sleeve Tie Dress [14] ($445)
Mm6 Maison Martin Margiela Front Tie Shirt Dress [15] ($478)
Boohoo Pixie Sleeveless Sweat Tie Front Dress [16] ($26)
Lavish Alice Tie Front Dress White [17] ($108)
J.o.a. Plaid Tie Front Dress [18] ($105)
English Factory Tie Front Dress [19] ($75)
Tibi Tie Dress [20] ($375)