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Knee Length Cotton Dresses

Find knee-length cotton dresses with timeless, easygoing style. Compare silhouettes and check each dress’s fit and length details to choose your preferred shape and coverage—the hemline’s position can vary depending on your height.

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Women's Rocky Coast Slub-Knit Splitneck Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Rocky Coast Slub-Knit Splitneck Dress
An orange cotton slub t-shirt dress with a split neck, side pockets, and knee-length fit.
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$69 $33.99
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$69 $33.99
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Women's Signature Camp Shirt Dress, Button-Front
L.L.Bean Women's Signature Camp Shirt Dress, Button-Front
A breathable, knee-length cotton dress in faded olive vintage camo with roll-tab sleeves and a removable belt.
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$119 $39.99
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What customers like:
Simple yet chic
Timeless appeal
Elegant
Stylish design
High-quality fabric
$119 $39.99
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Women's Heritage Mariner Dress, Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Heritage Mariner Dress, Stripe
A soft cotton jersey dress with nautical stripes, three-quarter sleeves, and front pockets, falling at the knee.
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$79 $38.99
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$79 $38.99
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Women's Supima® Cotton Nightgown, V-Neck Three-Quarter-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Supima® Cotton Nightgown, V-Neck Three-Quarter-Sleeve
A relaxed, below-the-knee nightgown in ultrasoft blue Supima cotton with three-quarter sleeves and V-neck.
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$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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Women's Summer Knit Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Summer Knit Dress
A versatile black summer dress with a flattering empire waistline, made from soft jersey-knit rayon and spandex.
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$54.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Versatile for various activities
Flattering fit
Comfortable and stylish
Great for hot weather
Lightweight and soft
$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Signature Camp Flannel Midi Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Signature Camp Flannel Midi Dress
An irresistibly soft red cotton flannel midi dress with herringbone texture, tie belt, and pockets.
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$129 $109
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$129 $109
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Women's Supima Nightgown, V-Neck Three-Quarter-Sleeve Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Supima Nightgown, V-Neck Three-Quarter-Sleeve Stripe
A blue striped nightgown crafted from ultrasoft Supima cotton with three-quarter sleeves and feminine shirring.
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$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Signature Castine Cotton Popover Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Signature Castine Cotton Popover Dress
A soft, white cotton popover dress with a fit-and-flare silhouette and elasticized waist.
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$119 $59.99
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$119 $59.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress, Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress, Stripe
A lightweight, crinkled white cotton midi dress with colorful stripes, V-neckline, and adjustable drawstring waist.
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$89.95 $54.99
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$89.95 $54.99
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Women's Summer Knit Dress, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Scoopneck Print
L.L.Bean Women's Summer Knit Dress, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Scoopneck Print
A black fit-and-flare midi dress in soft, stretchy jersey-knit with three-quarter sleeves and scoopneck.
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$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress
A breezy deep sea midi dress in 100% cotton gauze with a relaxed fit and side slits.
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$79 $38.99
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$79 $38.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress
A lightweight white cotton midi dress with a crinkled gauze texture, V-neckline, and adjustable waist.
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$79.95 $49.99
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$79.95 $49.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Cover-Up, Tiered Dress Print
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Cover-Up, Tiered Dress Print
A flowy, multi-color cover-up dress made from 100% crinkled cotton gauze with a flattering tiered design.
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$79.95 $49.99
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$79.95 $49.99
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Women's Summer Knit Dress, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Scoopneck
L.L.Bean Women's Summer Knit Dress, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Scoopneck
A blue, three-quarter-sleeve midi dress in soft, stretchy rayon-spandex jersey for versatile comfort.
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$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Knee Length Cotton Dresses

Knee Length Cotton Dresses bring together a familiar fabric and a classic length, with plenty of room for personal style. There’s something appealing about a dress that feels like you—not a whole new wardrobe, just another way to enjoy the styles you already love. As you browse, consider the details you tend to reach for: a simple neckline, a defined waist, a straighter silhouette or a skirt with a little more fullness. Each gives a knee-length dress a different look, even when the overall length is similar. Color and pattern matter, too. A shade that echoes your favorite cardigan or a print that pairs naturally with shoes you already own can make a choice feel more personal. Rather than choosing by the photograph alone, take a moment to picture the dress alongside your own wardrobe. Often, the most appealing option is the one you can imagine making your own without changing everything around it.

Length deserves a closer look when comparing cotton dresses. “Knee length” is a helpful starting point, but where a hem falls depends on your height, proportions and the measurements of the individual dress. For a useful reference, measure a dress you already like, following the same measuring method shown in the product details, and compare it with the listed length. Check the size chart as well, paying attention to bust, waist and hip measurements rather than relying only on your usual size. The shape you prefer matters just as much as the number on the label: you may like definition at the waist, or you may prefer a less shaped cut. Look closely at front and back views, along with any available detail photographs, to understand seams, closures and the shape of the skirt. Those small details can help you distinguish between two otherwise similar choices and decide which better reflects the fit and look you have in mind.

Cotton is part of what defines this collection, but it’s still worth reading the individual fabric information and care instructions before choosing. Check the listed cotton content, and make sure the recommended washing and drying routine fits your preferences. Give the same attention to styling details rather than assuming every cotton dress will have the same character. A different sleeve shape, neckline or hem detail can shift the whole impression. Picture the combinations you enjoy: a cardigan left open, a favorite necklace at the neckline or a pair of flats that picks up a color in the print. If you’re choosing a dress as a gift, let the recipient’s existing favorites lead the way. Notice the silhouettes and colors they wear often, confirm their size when possible, and keep their preferred length in mind. A thoughtful choice starts with knowing what they like—not asking them to adopt someone else’s style.

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