Which dress is better for summer?

The Ruffle Double V Ruched. It is sleeveless with a lighter, dressier look for warm weather. The Striped Scoop Back has long sleeves.

Which one is more forgiving around the waist?

The Striped Scoop Back. Its swing fit is cut loose through the body, while the Ruffle dress uses a shift silhouette with ruching that sits closer.

Does either dress come in petite sizes?

Only the Ruffle Double V Ruched. It is offered in regular and petite/short. The Striped Scoop Back is listed in regular sizing only.

Is the price difference worth considering?

Not much. The two have traded within about 70 cents of each other recently, so choose on fit and season rather than price.

Which has better shopper feedback?

The Striped Scoop Back, at 4.4 out of 5 from 32 ratings versus 4.3 out of 5 from 19 ratings for the Ruffle dress. Both samples are small.

Can I wear the sleeveless dress in fall?

Yes, with a cardigan or jacket over it. The long-sleeve Striped dress needs no extra layer for mild fall days.

LOFT Striped Scoop Back Midi Dress vs LOFT Ruffle Double V Ruched Midi Dress

Both are LOFT cotton-blend midi dresses at close to the same price, so pick by season and silhouette. The Striped Scoop Back is the better buy for cooler weather and a looser, more forgiving fit. The Ruffle Double V Ruched is the better buy for warm weather and a dressier, more fitted look. Prices have stayed within about 70 cents of each other, so neither is a meaningful bargain over the other.

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