Think about the most fun dress you've ever worn. It was probably something fancy for a nighttime event. New York Fashion Week begs the question, why reserve your fanciest frocks just for p.m. hours? And we have to agree. Case in point: These five feminine, poufy, borderline-black-tie numbers spotted on the sidewalks this week in broad daylight. Peep them below and then recreate the looks IRL.

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Puff-Sleeve Dress + White Boots + Tote

This dress is proof that strong shoulders are no longer stuck in the '80s. A pair of sturdy boots and a bag that holds much more than a cell phone makes it feel more appropriate for daytime, so rock it at whatever time you so please.

Get the look: Rotate Berger Christensen dress ($390); Sam Edelman boots ($200); BP. tote ($79)

Slip Dress + Sheer Turtleneck + Strappy Sandals

The surefire way to make any slinky dress daytime-ready: Cover up by adding a turtleneck underneath.

Get the look: Nili Lotan dress ($545); Free People turtleneck ($48); Steve Madden shoes ($80)

Poufy Dress + Bucket Bag + Minimalist Sandals

If there was such a thing as an adult prom, we'd 100% wear this getup. Until then, we'll wear it to afternoon tea, because why not?

Get the look: Lee Matthews dress ($699); Studio 33 bag ($98); Steve Madden sandals ($90)

Statement Sleeve Dress + Sunglasses

Just think of how much more amazing this dress will look in natural light. Pop on a pair of sunnies and you won't even have to struggle through a precise cat-eye.

Get the look: Self Portrait dress ($470); Quay sunglasses ($55)

Halter Mini + Animal Print Bag + Retro Sunglasses

Sometimes a short, swingy dress is just what we need to make Monday feel less blah.

Get the look: Superdown dress ($68); Clare V. bag ($325); my my my sunglasses ($98)

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