Top 10 autumn dresses

A comfy knit but don't get too cosy. This dress needs a skinny black belt for ultimate waist definition. Dress, £39.99, by Zara Photograph: Zara Heavy of fabric and a slightly trickier length than most. Wear with towering heels to maximise leg length. Dress, £125, by Cos. cosstores.com Photograph: Cos Photograph: Action images A bit racy, granted, but perfect as a day to night option. Lace detail dress, £69.90, by Mango, from mango.com Photograph: Mango Gucci on a plate, baby, Gucci on a plate. Do the label proud by styling this up with a faux fur shrug. Polka dot dress, £95, by Monsoon Photograph: Monsoon Unlike its midi sister, the mini doesn't require a heel; in fact, flatties gives it maximum gamine points. If leg exposure's not your thing, do like Balenciaga and wear it as a tunic with trousers. Flamingo print dress, £81, by Biba, from House of Fraser Photograph: House of Fraser A clever print which is shaded in all the right areas. Already has an elasticated waistband but maximise the flattering potential of this dress with a slim belt. Leaf print dress, £80, by Topshop. Photograph: Topshop Despite its bright colour, this dress is still something of a blank canvas. Dress up the neckline with a simple piece of statement jewellery, or, for full fashion points, a faux fur collar. Skater dress, £45, by very.co.uk Photograph: very.co.uk Channel your inner Joanna Kramer by pairing this dress with knee high boots and an insouciant trench. Orange dress, £65, by Wallis. Photograph: Wallis There's plenty enough going on with this dress so keep accessories to a minimum. Polka dot dress, £175, by Whistles, whistles.co.uk. Photograph: Whistles A sort of dress version of this season's sleeveless blazer. Wear with an cream polo neck knit for an instant winter update. Sleeveless dress, £99, by Hobbs. Photograph: Hobbs