Knitted dresses form a fair share of women's knitted garments. They are available in all colors, sizes, and designs. They can be worn to formal functions, casual occasions and social gatherings. Knitted dresses are soft and lightweight. Besides giving a luxurious feel, they are comfortable to wear. Knitted dresses can also be worn with jeans or leggings to add chic. They are available in blended fabrics, and sometimes, have a stretchy quality to them. Knitted dresses offer easy maintenance.

Materials Used
Knitted dresses are made from different materials like:

• Viscose
• Cotton
• Polyester
• Acrylic
• Wool
• Mohair
• Nylon

Design and Style
Knitted dresses are available in many styles and designs. There is a wide range of knit dresses like cocktail dresses, wedding dresses, wrap-around dresses, off-shoulder dresses, and so on. The most popular knits used for these dresses are interlocking, jersey, jacquard, chenille, ribbed knit etc. Knitted dresses can be broadly distinguished according to the following criteria.

Length

• Above-knee dresses
• Knee-length dresses
• Calf-length dresses
• Ankle-length dresses
• Floor-length dresses

Necklines

• Scoop neck
• Cowl neck
• V neck
• Round neck
• Turtleneck
• Knotted neckline
• Halter neck
• Square neck

Sleeve : Sleeves of knitted dresses vary with respect to lengths and designs.

Sleeve lengths

• Sleeveless
• Short sleeves
• Three-quarter sleeves
• Long sleeves/full sleeves

Sleeve designs

• Puffed sleeves
• Bell sleeves
• Split sleeves
• Tasseled sleeves
• Flared sleeves

Waist : The waistline in knitted dresses may be high or low, with any of the following characteristics:

• Ribbed waist
• Banded waist
• Pleated waist
• Drawstring waist

Hemline

• Slit
• Ribbed
• Crocheted
• Flared
• Rolled edges

Fit

• Close fit
• Loose fit
• Custom fit

Specifications
Knitted dresses are available in plain colors and printed designs. Prints may consist of traditional, ethnic motifs, bold geometric patterns, bright colors, floral patterns, animal prints, glitter prints etc. Knit dresses are also embellished with beads, crochet designs, lace, and embroidery.

Sometimes, knitted dresses have asymmetrical cuts and frilled skirts. They also have linings made of polyester, cotton or other materials to ensure style and comfort. Zippers also form an essential part of knitted dresses. Zippers are attached to the neckline, back, or to pockets of knitted dresses to provide a chic, yet casual look. Other specifications include seamless pockets, flapped pockets, buttoned pockets, and velcro pockets. Knitted dresses are also the neckline may have a collar, a buttoned neckline, buttons on the shoulder, or across the length of the dress (in case of button-through dresses). Buttons used in knit dresses include those covered with the same fabric as that of the knitted dress, buttons in striking colors, buttons of exotic shapes and sizes. Buttons are sometimes used as add-ons to increase the visual appeal of knitted dresses. Such buttons do not require buttonholes.

Manufacturers also offer custom-made dresses according to buyers' specifications. These include size, cut, color, choice of embellishment, custom printing, labeling etc.

Buying Tips
Examine knit dresses for:

• Quality
• Durability
• Appearance
• Buckles, buttons or embroidered patches hanging loosely from garments
• Unfinished hems, seams, necklines or holes
• Exactness in print, cut, color and size that you ordered