The end of summer doesn't mean the end of fun clothing, like packing away all your dresses. The secret to getting more wear out of the category as the weather cools, is choosing pieces with high coverage (long sleeves, midi and maxi hems) and heavier fabrics for warmth. 

We're preparing our back-to-school wardrobes with some of our top favorite brands, including Free People, Madewell, Aritzia, and Anthropologie have seriously good markdowns on dresses that feel especially right for this September. 

For keeping comfy but cozy in the seasons ahead, think of dresses like sweater-knit minis, polished shirtdresses suited for the boardroom, or denim midi dresses that can go anywhere. These on-sale picks are all versatile enough to keep in rotation well into the holiday party season.  

No matter the style aesthetic you're choosing for fall, be it bohemian vibes or corporate-core, there's a little something for every fall mood, now on sale.

This is the ultimate mini dress that we want to wear all fall. Between the long sleeves and curve-skimming silhouette, the ruffled skirt is just the cherry on top. 

For fall, this is exactly the kind of throw-on piece that makes the summer-to-fall transition so easy to dress for. With a mock neck, draped sleeves, and body-skimming skirt, try styling with tall boots for a playful look, that means business. 

Anthropologie's Nuuly Resale marketplace offers gently worn pieces from the rental program, like this mini dress. Available in plus sizes, the $160 dress is now under $20. Note that it's final sale, but we'd wear this versatile staple for years to come. 

Made of a light and breezy cotton-blend, this maxi shirtdress features a collared neckline, button-front closure, and shirred cuffs to help with warmth. Wear it with sandals now, then add knee-high boots and a suede jacket when temperatures drop for a boho-chic look. 

Denim dresses are quintessential for fall, and we anticipate seeing a ton at Fashion Week. Luckily, this marked-down style offers an extra 50% off in-cart. It's made of a cotton blend with an adjustable halter neckline and flared hem for a relaxed boho feel that'll pair well with fall layers, like a knit cardigan. 

The iconic split-toned sweater dress that proves to be popular every sweater season is back again, in a romantic red and pink colorway, all for less than $20. Note that it is final sale, so if you've dreamt of making the colorblock trend yours, now is your best shot. 

Now on sale, the bias-cut midi it made of crinkled Japanese satin finish, which is a little more durable that typical satins. Whichever color you choose, it's a wardrobe staple that you can wear anywhere from an outdoor fall wedding to a dressier date night. 

Florals for fall? Not groundbreaking, but classic for good reason. This floral mini dress is an easy way to bring summer silhouettes into fall thanks to its long bell sleeves. The a-line silhouette is cut for a relaxed fit, as comfy as a shift dress, but with a little more shape. Wear it now with ballet flats, and then add black leather knee-high boots come fall. 

Sweater dresses are a sartorial necessity for autumn, and it's no surprise that Madewell has crafted the ultimate pick. This knit midi dress is slightly fitted but relaxed, for a comfortable fit that still looks put-together. Save even more with the code LONGWEEKEND for an extra 30% off–valid this weekend only. 

Between the elongated sleeves and neutral plaid checked pattern, this on-sale piece might take the title as the "ultimate fall dress." Up top, the collared neckline, buttoned front and structured sleeves translate into corporate-core that's fit for the office. 

A long-sleeve mini is an instant shortcut to a fall-night-out outfit, especially when paired with tall boots and a chic shoulder bag. Another "gently worn" item from Nuuly that's final sale, we can easily see this festive frock for Thanksgiving and holiday parties just as well. 

From a crowd-loved brand you can trust, this type of discount on a shopper-favorite label does not come around often. This animal print dress is perfect for fall trends, just style it with a strong blazer and chunky loafers for a look that says "I'm ready for back-to-work season." 

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