Women's Purple Maxi & Long Dresses

Purple Maxi Dresses: Flowy, Bodycon & Formal Styles

Purple maxi dresses bring a bold color into a silhouette built for warm weather and easy dressing, and Urban Outfitters carries the shade across flowy, bodycon and formal styles. Shop halter maxi dresses for a different neckline, or browse drop waist maxi dresses for a more structured silhouette. Bodycon maxi dresses in particular work well for evening plans, while a flowy fit suits daytime wear. Add sandals or heels depending on the occasion, and layer with a jacket once the weather cools. Find your next dress today.

Frequently Asked Questions on Purple Maxi Dresses

What length is considered a maxi dress?

A maxi dress typically falls at or near the ankle, and our purple maxi dresses follow that same general length across flowy, bodycon and formal styles. Exact hemlines can vary slightly by cut.

How do I style a purple maxi dress for a formal event?

We recommend pairing a purple maxi dress with heels and simple jewelry for a formal look, letting the color and length do most of the work. A structured bag rounds out the outfit.

Are purple maxi dresses appropriate for casual occasions?

A purple maxi dress can work casually in the right fabric, like a relaxed cotton or linen style paired with sandals. Dressier fabrics like satin lean more toward formal occasions.

What fabrics do Urban Outfitters' purple maxi dresses come in?

Our purple maxi dresses are available in fabrics like satin, chiffon, cotton and stretch jersey depending on the style. Fabric content is listed on each product page.

Can a purple maxi dress be worn in cooler weather?

Yes, a purple maxi dress layers well under a jacket or cardigan once the weather cools down. Boots can also replace sandals to help extend wear into the fall months.