How to choose the right dress (and top) for your wardrobe

When every piece is designed for ease and everyday wear, the differences between them can feel subtle at first.

But each garment in the Unbound Studio collection is built around a slightly different way of moving through the day. Knowing how you want your clothes to feel on your body, how much structure you prefer, and how much you want to think (or not think) about what you’re wearing can help guide your decision.

If you’re not sure where to start, this guide will help you find the piece that fits not just your body, but your rhythm.

If you want something simple and dependable → Field dress

The Field dress is your everyday anchor.

It’s the piece you reach for when you don’t want to think too hard, but still want to feel put together. The shape is clean and gently structured, with subtle shaping through the bust and back so it skims rather than clings.

It works just as easily on its own in warm weather as it does layered over a long sleeve or under a jacket when it’s cooler.

Choose this if you:

• Prefer clean lines over volume
• Want something easy to style across seasons
• Like a relaxed fit with a bit of structure

If you want shape without restriction → Breeze dress

The Breeze dress sits between structure and softness.

With a semi-fitted shoulder and adjustable drawstring waist, it gives you flexibility in how you wear it. You can leave it loose and relaxed, or gently shape it depending on how you feel that day.

It’s the piece to reach for when you want something a little more defined, without giving up comfort.

Choose this if you:

• Like the option to adjust the fit
• Want a balance of relaxed and shaped
• Prefer subtle structure with movement

If you want softness and airflow → Dune dress

The Dune dress is the most airy and relaxed piece in the collection.

With its tiered silhouette and soft gathers, it creates volume without weight. It moves freely with the body and feels especially suited to warmer days or when you want your clothing to feel light and unrestricted.

It’s less about shape, more about ease and flow.

Choose this if you:

• Prefer loose, floaty silhouettes
• Want plenty of airflow and movement
• Are drawn to softness over structure

If you want something fluid and minimal → Drift dress

The Drift dress is quiet, simple and versatile.

It falls gently from the shoulders with no defined waist, creating a soft, fluid line. Depending on your fabric choice and whether you add neckline ties, it can feel minimal and understated or slightly more expressive.

It’s an easy piece, but not a basic one.

Choose this if you:

• Prefer clean, uninterrupted lines
• Like a relaxed fit without added volume
• Want something you can dress up or down

If you love the Drift shape but want a top → Drift top

The Drift top takes the same easy, flowing shape as the Drift dress and turns it into an everyday wardrobe staple.

It falls softly from the shoulders without a defined waist, creating a relaxed silhouette that works beautifully with skirts, trousers or jeans. Choose a fluid fabric for movement and drape, or something with a little more structure for a more defined shape.

With short or long gathered sleeves and the option of a simple bound neckline or neckline ties, it can be as understated or expressive as you like.

Choose this if you:

• Prefer relaxed, fluid tops
• Want something more elevated than a basic tee
• Like pieces that work across different outfits
• Want an easy top you can wear year-round

If you want an everyday top you'll wear on repeat → Willow top

The Willow top is designed to sit at the centre of your wardrobe.

It’s simple, but thoughtfully shaped. Easy to pull on, easy to pair with everything, and a step up from a basic tee. With multiple sleeve options, it adapts to how you like to dress without overcomplicating things.

It’s the kind of piece that earns its place through sheer wearability.

Choose this if you:

• Want a reliable, everyday top
• Prefer simple pieces with thoughtful detail
• Like building outfits around versatile basics
• Want a top that will work hard in your wardrobe

A simple way to decide

If you’re still unsure, ask yourself what you’re drawn to most:

Structure and simplicity → Field dress
Adjustable shape → Breeze dress
Softness and volume → Dune dress
Fluid, minimal lines → Drift dress or Drift top
Everyday versatility → Willow top

There’s no right answer. The best place to start is with the shape, feel and way of dressing that appeals to you most.

A note on fit

All Unbound Studio garments are made to order, with the option to select standard sizing or provide your measurements for a more considered fit.

The intention across the collection is ease: not tight, not restrictive, but shaped enough to feel intentional and comfortable.

If you’re deciding between two pieces and can’t quite tell which direction to go, get in touch. We’re happy to help you think it through.