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The Best Cut Out Dresses 2021

The Cut Out Dress Is the Summer's Hottest Trend — Here Are 18 Ways to Try It

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The cut out dress has had a very 2021 makeover, and we are here for it. This year, we're seeing cutouts everywhere, and they're getting more inventive and unique by the day. Show off your midriff, clavicle, obliques, you name it. If you've been seeing the trend everywhere and want to try it on for size, here are 18 sexy dresses worth scooping up.

From statement shirtdresses to comfortable t-shirt dresses and everything in between, these 18 styles were meant to be seen, and they're hard to miss. Plus, if you're ready for a night out, you can't go wrong with a cutout style. Keep on reading to shop our selects.

A Sleek White Dress: Subtle Studios Cutout Linen Shirt Dress

This Subtle Studios Cutout Linen Shirt Dress ($490) is sexy and sophisticated. We love the side cutout coupled with the slit.

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Subtle Studios Cutout Linen Shirt Dress
$490
from modaoperandi.com
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A Pink Pick: Significant Other Neave Dress

This little cutout on the Significant Other Neave Dress ($140, originally $200) shows just enough skin. The ruching is so flattering too.

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Significant Other Neave Dress
$140
from shopbop.com
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A Dress For Any Occasion: Significant Other Juliette Dress

If you're going somewhere this summer, you want to be wearing something fun. This Significant Other Juliette Dress ($288) is it.

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Significant Other Juliette Dress
$288
from shopbop.com
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A Sexy, Unique Dress: Aya Muse Shale Cutout Ribbed-Knit Midi Dress

We first saw this Aya Muse Shale Cutout Ribbed-Knit Midi Dress ($495) on Instagram, and we knew it had to be ours. The blue knit, the side cutout, it's all so amazing.

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Aya Muse Shale Cutout Ribbed-Knit Midi Dress
$495
from modaoperandi.com
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A Great T-Shirt Dress: H&M Cut-out Dress

When you need something that you can throw on and run out the door, this H&M Cut-out Dress ($18) is here for you. We love the strappy midriff cutout.

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H&M Cut-out Dress
$18
from www2.hm.com
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The Bestseller: Cult Gaia Serita Knit Dress

If you've been online in the last two years, you've seen this cult classic Cult Gaia Serita Knit Dress ($458). It comes in a bunch of different colours, but we love the beachy vibe of this neutral style.

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Cult Gaia Serita Knit Dress
$458
from revolve.com
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A Nostalgic Dress: Zara Cut Out Midi Dress

The circular cutouts at the chest of this Zara Cut Out Midi Dress ($50) remind us of vintage styles. Plus, the bubblegum pink is so fun.

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Zara Cut Out Midi Dress
$50
from zara.com
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An All Occasion Dress: Ronny Kobo Donna Dress

The burnt orange colour of this Ronny Kobo Donna Dress ($398) is a great summertime option. Plus, we love the midriff cutout.

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Ronny Kobo Donna Dress
$398
from revolve.com
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An Affordable Option: H&M Cut-out Dress

This H&M Cut-out Dress ($50) is comfortable and easy to style. Plus, the side cutouts are so sexy!

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H&M Cut-out Dress
$50
from www2.hm.com
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A Dress With Statement Sleeves: Aje Psychedelia Cut Out Mini Dress

This Aje Psychedelia Cut Out Mini Dress ($525) is whimsical and fun. We like the statement sleeves and the belt.

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Aje Psychedelia Cut Out Mini Dress
$525
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The Ultimate Beach Coverup: Maygel Coronel Blanca Reversible Ruffled Cutout Maxi Dress

This Maygel Coronel Blanca Reversible Ruffled Cutout Maxi Dress ($420) can be worn to the beach, to lunch, and everywhere in between. The ruffle on the shoulder is amazing.

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Maygel Coronel Blanca Reversible Ruffled Cutout Maxi Dress
$420
from modaoperandi.com
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For a Night Out: Andrea Iyamah Reni Knotted Dress

This Andrea Iyamah Reni Knotted Dress ($225) is super sexy. The double knotted detail is lots of fun.

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Andrea Iyamah Reni Knotted Dress
$225
from shopbop.com
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Sunny and Vibrant: Camila Coelho Rosabella Midi Dress

This yellow Camila Coelho Rosabella Midi Dress ($188) makes us smile. we love the understated side cutouts.

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Camila Coelho Rosabella Midi Dress
$188
from revolve.com
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The Halter Neck Dress: Zara Cut Out Mini Dress

Halter necks are back and better than ever. We like this white Zara Cut Out Mini Dress ($46).

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Zara Cut Out Mini Dress
$46
from zara.com
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A Dress With a Sexy Neckline: Lioness Crossing The Line Midi Dress

The neckline on this Lioness Crossing The Line Midi Dress ($79) is amazing. It's not your traditional cut out dress.

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Lioness Crossing The Line Midi Dress
$79
from shopbop.com
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A Shirt Dress: L'Academie Damani Dress

This L'Academie Damani Dress ($198) is a sexy take on a shirt dress. We like it with sandals or sneakers.

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L'Academie Damani Dress
$198
from revolve.com
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A Neutral Dress: H:ours Clarity Mini Dress

The colour of this H:ours Clarity Mini Dress ($198) is a great neutral shade. Plus, the side cutout is impossibly cool.

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H:ours Clarity Mini Dress
$198
from revolve.com
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A Statement Maxi: Agua Bendita x Revolve Massai Dress

Show off your stomach in this statement making Agua Bendita x Revolve Massai Dress ($200). All eyes will be on you.

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Agua Bendita x Revolve Massai Dress
$200
from revolve.com
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