Solid tones are by far the most versatile for dressing up or down, while patterns, like a bold variegated stripe, make a statement no matter the venue.

Vince rib-knit midi-dress

• The Group by Babaton henley sweater dress
• Theory wool-cashmere maxidress
• Nicholas Adeline cotton-wool sweater dress

Some might attribute the trend of taller statement boots to our (however slow) recovery from a period of social and economic hardships after a year and a half (and counting) of the pandemic, everyone is ready to go higher, bigger and brighter when it comes to footwear, and fashion in general.

With the soft bounce, only Delta Air Lines has continued to block middle seats through April. It would not comment on an extension. (Alaska Airlines is keeping middle seats open in its Premium Class through May 31).

Acne Studios rib-knit polo midi-dress

Like the other cardigan in your closet, a sweater dress in the classic silhouette packs a lot of punch. Wear it fully buttoned as a dress with everything from tall boots to sneakers. Or style it open as a top layer over a T-shirt and jeans.

A high-neck sweater dress will keep you stylishly warm

Sweaterdresses with round necklines

Though it takes inspiration from the ’70s, the ribbed polo dress is one of the season’s must-try sweater dresses. Variations range from ultra-fitted to lose and fit and flared—take your pick and finish with a sleek pair of boots.

By April, basic economy tickets at American and Delta will become nonrefundable and non-changeable, as they were before the pandemic. United said it hasn’t decided whether to extend the waiver on basic fares past March 31. Beginning April 1, JetBlue passengers buying the carrier’s basic fare will be subject to change and cancellation fees.