Henley Sweater Dress

Madewell

4
(88 Reviews)

Product Details

Madewell took the classic henley and transformed it into this cozy-chic sweater dress for a look we kind of love.

Materials and Measurements

Brown Merino Wool knit (60% Merino Wool, 40% Polyamide). Sweater dress. Long sleeves. V-neckline. Pull on styling. Front button closures. 34". Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: XXS-XXL

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (88)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Grace's reviews
September 16th, 2024
Perfect for fall

Great for change of seasons... sweater is warm but length allows for flexibility with boots vs more bare.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Laura's reviews
March 5th, 2025
Boxy sweater dress

Even on an hourglass shape it still felt a bit boxy, but found it to be super comfortable and perfect to wear with tights and boots for brunch or running errands.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Danna's reviews
February 23rd, 2025
Cute

Overall Fit

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Runs big

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 9"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Devyn's reviews
May 9th, 2024
Perfect fall dress

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Maud's reviews
March 2nd, 2022
Easy!

Not the most exciting outfit but it's good quality, warm and comfy.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Sarah 's reviews
October 20th, 2021
Warm and perfect for fall!

I rented this for a cabin weekend in Montana, and also wore it to work. It was really warm, and I live in a very cold climate! I wore a thin shirt underneath to prevent itching. Dress was oversized, so a small on me still was loose and comfy. Loved and would consider buying!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Kristin's reviews
December 20th, 2023
Boxy, long sweater

Definitely not long enough to wear as a dress for the tall girls but made it work with leggings. Could’ve looked cute with heeled boots. Very comfortable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Rebecca's reviews
November 30th, 2022
If you're short this is great

I sized up and ordered M to get extra length based on other reviews. Ended up being oversized and was still a little on the short side. Was ok with shorts underneath. Fabric is warm and not itchy. Could be a great everyday dress if you are the right height and order true to size.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 30D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Kimberly's reviews
October 27th, 2021
Very boxy dress

I ended up putting this right back in the bag. I found the style unflattering. It looks boxy on the model, and for some reason I rented it anyway. I thought it might look cuter on. It's a very heavy knit so there isn't much drape to it. It's quite stiff. Not my style. Pretty color though.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
NONE
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Browse Lindsay's reviews
June 28th, 2021
Cute, but OMG SO ITCHY! Had to size down to XS, but didn't end up wearing bc uncomfortable

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Erin's reviews
January 20th, 2021
Size up if you are tall

Madewell's boxy fit is great, but this dress is o. The shorter side. At 5'8" it hits me mid-thigh.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 158lbs
Browse Joy's reviews
November 26th, 2024
Short

It's short. Wore once with black leggings underneath and boots and wore another time with bare legs- hubby liked that ;)

Overall Fit

Just right

Length

Too short

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Laura's reviews
May 3rd, 2025
Very Toasty in Pregnancy

Great fit for third trimester, VERY warm. This is what I would wear outside with my toddler on a damp, cold day when maternity coats weren't blocking the weather well enough. I did sweat through a few Zoom meetings.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Blaire's reviews
February 22nd, 2025
Easy, comfortable, looks good

Wore it with black leggings and boots. Hit at upper thigh.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Lindsey's reviews
January 22nd, 2025
Comfy casual

Oversized fit is cute and cozy. Length is a bit short for tall girls, but would work well with leggings and boots. Would rent again!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Browse Natasha's reviews
September 29th, 2024
Cute and comfortable sweater dress

The sweater dress is a little baggy but still form fitting, which makes it cute. It is also a little on the short side, but I think that contributes to it being a cute dress. Could wear to brunch and other daytime activities or early evening drinks.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 154lbs
Browse Brittany's reviews
September 23rd, 2024
Great to wear with leggings when pregnant!

I wear size small typically and sized up to medium at 37 weeks pregnant. It was a nice option over leggings but would have been too short as dress on own with pregnancy bump and my height.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Kelsy's reviews
March 3rd, 2025
Comfy

Comfy for postpartum with leggings

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 121lbs
Browse Mary's reviews
October 22nd, 2024
Perfect casual sweater dress!

Loved this - I sized down vs. my normal per other reviews and I'm glad I did, I loved how the XS fit me to make this work great for a dinner out with friends - nothing super fancy but elevated from jeans for sure! Easy to wear.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Queena's reviews
October 23rd, 2023
Comfortable!

Wore this at 36 weeks pregnant - it was comfortable and cozy. The material is fairly thick so it got warm but great if the weather is cooler/colder in your area. Also, a little bit itchy but overall - not bad!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 176lbs
Browse Shubha's reviews
October 14th, 2023
Super comfy and super warm

172 lbs, 5’2” wore size xl. Fitted well and it was super comfy.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Lucy's reviews
March 18th, 2023
Maternity Dream

Wore this during a casual dinner out. Was super warm and comfortable on a chilly winter night! Also extremely comfortable with leggings during pregnancy (wore at 32 weeks)

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 28A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Haley's reviews
January 30th, 2023
Very flattering

Favorite outfit of the month... it looks like a slouchy sweater in the model pic, but it's actually flattering and cute irl.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 185lbs
Browse Meaghan's reviews
January 24th, 2023
Love it

Very flattering. Length and fit were great. Wore with leggings and booties on a date and to work.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 40D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Meg's reviews
December 3rd, 2022
So Cute and Cozy

I wore this on Thanksgiving and loved it! The color was beautiful, it was perfectly warm and cozy without looking sloppy!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
January 2nd, 2022
Gorgeous

Chic, understated, comfy. Pairs beautifully with gold jewelry. Wish I owned it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Madison's reviews
October 20th, 2021
Super cozy

Wore this for a casual lunch and it was a perfect fall sweater dress

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Kate's reviews
May 13th, 2021
Love this dress, oversized fit!

This dress was so cute and comfy; definitely an oversized fit so if you're looking for something more short and fitted; size down. Otherwise, small was perfect for me and still long enough that I could've worn with a belt, or wear off shoulder. Definitely recommend

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 30C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Dina's reviews
December 11th, 2020
Great sweater dress for petites

Rented with my unlimited and arrived NWT! I am 5'1" and straight figured. This was a great choice for a casual Sunday, including a fire pit outside in chilly in NY. I wore it with a black shirt underneath and black leggings - it is warm and cozy but not heavy or itchy. It looks very short on the model but on me, it was a great sweater dress length. I did size up to a small as I wanted the loose fit but an XS (my usual size) would have worked too. Highly recommend esp for petites.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Sandra's reviews
December 8th, 2020
Warm and Comfortable

This dress ran a little big but that is okay - I just wanted something warm. I wore it with leggings. I tried to belt it but it was too thick and didn't look right so I just went for the shapeless dress look. If I rent it again, I will get the medium. I am usually a size 8 on top and 10 on the bottom.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Abigail's reviews
December 7th, 2020
I'm normally a SMALL (size 4). Stick to your size.

It's comfy. A little itchy if you don't have anything under your upper body. I'm normally a SMALL (size 4). Stick to your size.

Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 142lbs
Browse Andrea's reviews
April 14th, 2025
Loved it. Perfect for work!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Olivia's reviews
March 2nd, 2025
So cute for maternity

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Crystal's reviews
October 18th, 2024
Nice but kinda itchy

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 18th, 2023
Would be perfect if it wasn’t a little itchy

This is cute and cozy and would be great if the fabric wasn’t just a little itchy. I might try renting this again when it’s colder and put a shirt under it. Runs slightly large (medium was sort of baggy on me).

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Sam's reviews
February 13th, 2023
Comfortable, but a little itchy

This is a great oversized sweater that I paired with leggings and tights - but it got a little itchy by the end of the day.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Lilla's reviews
January 31st, 2023
Great for pregnancy, not the best color

Wore with leggings and boots and was nice to have an outfit I felt confident in as my bump has gotten a lot larger. Only downside was that it wasn’t the most complimentary color with pale skin

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 11"
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 230lbs
Browse Hannah's reviews
December 29th, 2022
Cute! But itchy and heavy

More of a sweater, less of a dress especially if you’re taller. It was cute but VERY warm

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Amy's reviews
December 15th, 2022
Short but not too short

Wore with tights once and leggings another time. Cute, liked, but didn't love.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 126lbs
Browse Amber's reviews
November 14th, 2022
Heavy sweater

This sweater is nice, loved the color and fit. It’s very heavy and warm! Way more than I thought it would be based on the photos.

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