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These Are Hands-Down the Best Dresses of the Summer

22/07/2020 - 10:45 PM

Even if you're not dressing for anything in particular, we firmly believe in the power of a great dress to change our mood — and this summer's biggest dress trends give us plenty to choose from. With attention on romantic details, vintage silhouettes, and, maybe most importantly, ease, these trends are super stylish and exactly what we want to be wearing right now — because what's easier than throwing on a dress you love [1] for a quick errand, a walk, or even while lounging around the house? No, they're not sweatpants, but that's exactly what we love about them. Plus, you can rest assured these pieces will serve you well layered up and reworn again and again, and long after this summer. Read on for the trends [2] and the dresses we've handpicked to shop.

Mango Floral print dress

Mango Floral print dress [4] ($60)

Mara Hoffman Violet Dress

Mara Hoffman Violet Dress [5] ($277)

Zara Printed and Embroidered Dress

Zara Printed and Embroidered Dress [6] ($90)

Slip Dresses

What's easier than a dress this light and beat-the-heat friendly? We also love the way slip dresses look layered up with a tee or a cardigan, so you can rest assured this piece will serve you long past summer.

OPT Polka Dot Slip Dress

OPT Polka Dot Slip Dress [7] ($118)

Realisation Par The Alba Dress

Realisation Par The Alba Dress [8] ($240)

H&M Satin Slip-style Dress

H&M Satin Slip-style Dress [9] ($25)

Vintage-Inspired Dresses

With crochet and lace detailing, delicate floral prints, and vintage silhouettes from the '40s, these dresses will be the special pieces you'll keep coming back to in your closet.

Rouje Minette Dress

Rouje Minette Dress [10] ($200)

LoveShackFancy Clemence Dress

LoveShackFancy Clemence Dress [11] ($)

Doen Mandarin Dress

Doen Mandarin Dress [12] ($228)

Mango Pleated long dress

Mango Pleated long dress [13] ($80)

Knit Dresses

Like a second skin, these dresses are made to flaunt your curves and come in a million cuts and colours. They're endlessly versatile for everyday.

Mango Openwork Cotton Dress

Mango Openwork Cotton Dress [14] ($130)

Vince Rib Cami Dress

Vince Rib Cami Dress [15] ($195)

Altuzarra Shinobu ribbed-knit tiered pima-cotton midi dress

Altuzarra Shinobu ribbed-knit tiered pima-cotton midi dress [16] ($895)

Solid & Striped Knit Tank Dress

Solid & Striped Knit Tank Dress [17] ($139)

Backless Dresses

Bring the drama with an open back dress, even if your plans just revolve around cooking dinner at home and taking a stroll in the neighbourhood.

H&M Back-laced Dress

H&M Back-laced Dress [18] ($30)

STAUD Apfel Dress

STAUD Apfel Dress [19] ($221)

Zara Openwork Embroidered Dress

Zara Openwork Embroidered Dress [20] ($70)

Saffron The Morocco asymmetric crinkled ramie midi dress

Saffron The Morocco asymmetric crinkled ramie midi dress [21] ($295)

Smocked Dresses

Smocked detailing is a summer staple, and this season, the options are endless. While these dresses are easy to dress up or down, they're also the ideal dress for just lounging around the house.

Madewell Sanibel Embriodered Dress

Madewell Sanibel Embriodered Dress [22] ($70)

La Ligne Vera Dress

La Ligne Vera Dress [23] ($)

Ganni Seersucker Check Sleeveless Dress

Ganni Seersucker Check Sleeveless Dress [24] ($285)

Tory Burch Printed Smocked Midi Dress

Tory Burch Printed Smocked Midi Dress [25] ($478)


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