Which is better for a fall or winter event?

The Banana Republic ribbed knit, with its high neck and sleeves, covers more skin for cold-weather events. The LOFT is sleeveless and needs a jacket or cardigan.

Which has the better size range?

LOFT. It comes in regular, petite and plus. Banana Republic offers regular and petite only.

Which is more reliable based on ratings?

The LOFT has 4.1 out of 5 from 32 ratings. The Banana Republic has only 3 ratings, too few to judge.

Which is better for a wedding guest look?

The LOFT fit-and-flare with godet panels reads dressier. The ribbed knit is more casual and better for daytime.

Do both come in petite?

Yes. Both list regular and petite or short sizing. Only the LOFT adds plus.

Banana Republic Cozy Ribbed Knit Midi Dress vs LOFT Dotted Godet Midi Dress

Q: Is the LOFT worth the extra over the Banana Republic?

Right now the LOFT is not the extra cost: it hit $20.00 on November 1 versus $24.00 for the Banana Republic on October 30. Both move a lot, so compare current prices.

Both are polyester midi dresses, but they suit different shoppers. The Banana Republic ribbed knit is a high-neck, long-sleeve-feel cozy style with regular and petite sizing; the LOFT is a sleeveless V-neck fit-and-flare with a dotted print and a wider size range including plus. On price, the LOFT has dipped lower ($20.00 on November 1 versus $24.00 for the Banana Republic on October 30), but both swing widely, so check the current price before buying.

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