Which is better for warm weather?

The Old Navy dress. Its short cap sleeves and light jersey suit heat better than the LOFT dress's long sleeves.

Which has a looser fit?

The LOFT dress. LOFT describes a swing fit that fits loose and swingy, while the Old Navy dress is a drop-waist regular cut.

Which comes in more sizes?

The Old Navy dress. It is offered in regular, petite, plus and tall; the LOFT dress is listed in regular sizes only.

Is the LOFT dress worth the extra?

There is no current new price given for the LOFT dress, so compare it against the $34.00 Old Navy price at Poshmark as of November 7, 2026 before deciding.

Which is rated higher?

The Old Navy dress, at 4.5 from 89 ratings versus 4.4 from 32 ratings for the LOFT dress.

Which works for a dressier occasion?

Neither is formal. The solid Old Navy dress is easier to dress up with accessories; the striped scoop-back LOFT dress reads casual.

Old Navy Jersey Drop-Waist Midi Dress vs LOFT Striped Scoop Back Midi Dress

The Old Navy dress is the better buy for most shoppers. It costs $34.00 at Poshmark as of November 7, 2026, comes in regular, petite, tall and plus sizes, and has a higher rating from more reviewers. The LOFT dress is a looser, long-sleeve cotton blend with a scoop back, but it is listed only in regular sizes and has no current new price given.

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