Popsugar Fashion Summer Fashion Best Lightweight Dresses 21 Lightweight Dresses That Will Have You Thinking, "Why Didn't I Buy This Sooner?" 2 June 2019 by India Yaffe Image Source: Free People As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Our Summer clothes have to be lightweight for two very important reasons. One, we're moving around and doing things even though the temperature's rising, and we need to be wearing clothes that keep us feeling comfortably cool. Two, we're always travelling in the Summer, and we need to be able to fit as many extra outfits in our suitcase as possible; we've always got to have options. Heavy, thick fabrics are strictly forbidden in the Summer months, and we've found 21 gorgeous dresses that fit the bill perfectly. From gorgeous silky silhouettes to classic cotton styles and seasonal linen picks, these are the dresses you'll be able to go absolutely anywhere in this Summer. They're perfect for travelling or lounging around the house, even though we're of the opinion that you should show these picks off. They're too stunning not to! Related: Your Summer Trips Won't Be Complete Without These 54 Perfect Travel Clothes Free People Raquel Dress Image Source: freepeople.com We're in love with this flattering Free People Raquel Dress ($128), and we love that it can be dressed up or down. Free People Raquel Dress $128 from freepeople.com Buy Now MINKPINK Sky Rose Mini Dress Image Source: shopbop.com The v-neck front of this MINKPINK Sky Rose Mini Dress ($109) is so pretty, but we're partial to the feminine back. MINKPINK Sky Rose Mini Dress $109 from shopbop.com Buy Now Free People Celestial Skies Midi Dress Image Source: freepeople.com You can go just about anywhere in this flowing Free People Celestial Skies Midi Dress ($168). Free People Celestial Skies Midi Dress $168 from freepeople.com Buy Now Vince Mixed Ditzy Hibiscus Dress Image Source: shopbop.com This Vince Mixed Ditzy Hibiscus Dress ($365) is the perfect pick to take you from the office to happy hour and everywhere in between. Vince Mixed Ditzy Hibiscus Dress $365 from shopbop.com Buy Now Reformation Belgium Dress Image Source: thereformation.com We're in love with this romantic linen Reformation Belgium Dress ($248). Reformation Belgium Dress $248 from thereformation.com Buy Now Reformation Hyacinth Dress Image Source: thereformation.com This Reformation Hyacinth Dress ($218) proves that off-the-shoulder silhouettes aren't going anywhere anytime soon. Reformation Hyacinth Dress $218 from thereformation.com Buy Now Free People Peaches Midi Dress Image Source: freepeople.com Pair this Free People Peaches Midi Dress ($168) with strappy sandals or crisp white sneakers for a fresh Summer look. Free People Peaches Midi Dress $168 from freepeople.com Buy Now Alice + Olivia Palmira Tank Dress Image Source: shopbop.com Going to a party? You'll want to wear this simple yet sexy Alice + Olivia Palmira Tank Dress ($275). Alice + Olivia Palmira Tank Dress $275 from shopbop.com Buy Now Zimmermann Allia Cross Stitch Short Dress Image Source: shopbop.com We cannot get over how beautiful this Zimmermann Allia Cross Stitch Short Dress ($795) is; it just shot to the top of our wishlists. Zimmermann Allia Cross Stitch Short Dress $795 from shopbop.com Buy Now Ganni Cotton Silk Dress Image Source: shopbop.com Make a statement in this comfortable, flowing Ganni Cotton Silk Dress ($395). Ganni Cotton Silk Dress $395 from shopbop.com Buy Now Free People Lille Printed Maxi Dress Image Source: freepeople.com You can do just about anything in this Free People Lille Printed Maxi Dress ($128), even, apparently, swing from a tire! Free People Lille Printed Maxi Dress $128 from freepeople.com Buy Now Topshop Stripe Belted Maxi Pinafore Dress Image Source: us.topshop.com No matter how hot it gets, you'll stay cool in this Topshop Stripe Belted Maxi Pinafore Dress ($100). Topshop Stripe Belted Maxi Pinafore Dress $100 from us.topshop.com Buy Now LoveShackFancy Popover Dress Image Source: shopbop.com Go from the beach straight to dinner in this pretty LoveShackFancy Popover Dress ($425). LoveShackFancy Popover Dress $425 from shopbop.com Buy Now Reformation Rou Midi Fit & Flare Dress Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com This Reformation Rou Midi Fit & Flare Dress ($98) is so comfortable, you won't want to wear anything else again. Reformation Rou Midi Fit & Flare Dress $98 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now Rachel Pally Ombre Check Sibil Dress Image Source: shopbop.com We're so into all the different colours on this Rachel Pally Ombre Check Sibil Dress ($290). Rachel Pally Ombre Check Sibil Dress $290 from shopbop.com Buy Now H&M Wide-cut Dress Image Source: www2.hm.com This lightweight H&M Wide-cut Dress ($60) was made for Summer. H&M Wide-cut Dress $60 from www2.hm.com Buy Now For Love and Lemons Sorbet Lace Mini Dress Image Source: freepeople.com This For Love and Lemons Sorbet Lace Mini Dress ($282) was made for all those Summer parties you have to attend. For Love and Lemons Sorbet Lace Mini Dress $282 from freepeople.com Buy Now LoveShackFancy Jessie Dress Image Source: shopbop.com It doesn't get much prettier than this feminine LoveShackFancy Jessie Dress ($695). 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