A braided or twisted knit detail adds genuine character to a dress silhouette. These dresses use construction techniques that look hand-crafted even when machine-made. The braiding or twisting adds three-dimensional texture that changes depending on light and movement. Most of these are in neutral colors that let the knit detail be the focal point. The weight tends toward heavier gauges which is necessary for supporting the construction. These dresses tend toward simpler silhouettes because the knit detail is doing the styling work. You can wear these with minimal accessories and still look completely put together. These are the braided knit dresses that feel special without trying too hard.