But picture this: You’ve got lunch with the girls in a half an hour, and you’ve decided to depart from your normal salad-ordering ways in favor of a more indulgent Cheesecake Factory appointment. That means yummy bread, a super-sized meal (even their lunch portions are gigantic), and—of course—cheesecake.

How are your little work pants going to take it? Industrial-strength packing tape? A stapler gun? Possibly. But for a less constricting meal plan, we recommend the babydoll. This style of dress is defined by its high waistband, which is located directly below the bust. What’s that mean? Two words: What bloating?

And, okay, even if you’re not stopping by the Cheesecake Factory or having any problems with your regularly scheduled trousers, babydoll dresses are still a nice way to mix it up and give that ole’ waistband a time out.

Despite the name, babydolls can look childish or mature, casual or elegant, innocent or sexy. It’s all about the style, fabric, and cut, in addition to what you wear it with. When in doubt, dress it down with a jean jacket or up with heels.