white lace mini dress with sleeves Joelle Dress, in Dainty 100% Polyester Long Sleeve Button Cut Out

If were just looking at the fashion industry alone and the ways in which ideas of femininity are translated onto the runway, there is nothing inherently wrong with the Sandy Liang and Molly Goddards of the world

This gown features dainty spaghetti straps that are topped off with stylish bows on each side

When it is cold outside, the pockets of air act as insulation by trapping heat next to the body lending additional warmth

Above all, remember what the best editor-approved short dresses share: they respect the moment

End time is flexible

Style them with a casual chunky cardigan for an easygoing Thanksgiving vibe, or elevate them with a sharply tailored blazer to ring in the New Year with finesse