Target's Midi Dresses Are All Under $40 -- Shop Fitted Knits, Faux Wrap Styles, and More Flattering Pieces

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Layering season has officially arrived, which means it's time to mix and match your favorite styles to stay warm. A midi dress topped off with a cozy cardigan or lightweight jacket is a quintessential fall outfit, and Target has so many affordable options for any occasion to add to your closet.

We found the most fall capsule wardrobe-worthy styles, and they're currently available for under $40. Shop pleated sweater dresses, fitted textured knits, faux wrap styles, and more starting at $28. The eight best picks make a perfect base for layering this season, but hurry and grab your favorites, as colors and sizes are already selling out.

Made from a recycled polyester and viscose fabric, this midi dress feels as soft and flowy as it looks. Plus, it can be dressed up and down with cardigans and jackets, meaning you don't have to sacrifice style over comfort. Since the straps are adjustable, you can fit the dress to your liking, and the pleated mid-length skirt adds a textural touch. It's a "great weight dress for layering," per one customer who noted that it's their "staple office outfit" with boots and a cardigan.

If you tend to run hot, you'll appreciate that this style has elbow-length sleeves, which offer a warm yet breathable fit. The fit-and-flare dress features darts in the front and back to create a sculpted look. Plus, the V-neckline makes this style even more flattering.

This fitted bodycon style is made of a textured knit fabric, making it more elevated than your basic fall dress. It features waist gathering and short sleeves, which shouldn't feel too restrictive when layered with other styles in your closet. Snag the piece in black or brown for just $30.

One shopper said that the "material of this dress is perfect," noting that it has a "breathable" design. The fabric is made with a blend of nylon, rayon, and spandex, which makes it feel soft and stretchy. It has a square neckline and double-stitched seams, and the flowy skirt offers plenty of movement.

There are many more midi dresses available for under $40 at Target. Keep scrolling to shop more of our top picks for the new season.