No doubt about it, we are in love with this season’s flirty, flouncy and downright fun summer dresses! How much in love? Let us count the ways…to 50
VISIONS IN WHITE
Nothing welcomes back summer quite so well as the LWD (little white dress). This season we’re all about fem and flirty, with eyelets, ruffles and more than a little bit of leg..
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Boston Proper, Mixed Media Lace Dress $159.50
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Milly, Briar Embroidered Poplin Dress $450
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Windsor, Brunch Vibes Eyelet Skater Dress $36.90
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Sachin & Babi, Luna Dress $625
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Love, Bonito, Ellis Textured Padded Tie Back Dress $46.90
ET TU…CROCHET?
Not just crochet, but knitwear of all manner has dominated the spring season and is showing no sign of disappearing in the summer sun. Designers are using lightweight, airy fabrics to help you keep your summer cool while adding that visually interesting texture.
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Rue21, Plus Light Green Crochet Top Maxi Dress $39.99
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MC2 Saint Barth Kids, Crochet Knit Mini Dress $212
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Windsor, Spring Knits Halter Midi Dress $36.90
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BCBGeneration, Square Neck Sweaterdress $49.99
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Boston Proper, Knit High-Neck Maxi Dress $149.50
CUTTING OUT THE MIDDLE, MAN
Designers are really have some fun this season with showing unexpected skin. The midriff especially seems to be an area of desire, with all levels of ‘peek-a-boo’ showing through. Feeling a little shy? Go for a strategic slice. Ready to show off your post-pandemic workout abs? Go full throttle! It’s totally up to you.
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Windsor, Staycation Twist Banded Top $18.90 and High Slit Maxi Skirt $29.90
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Lulus, Cutout On The Town Bodycon Dress $49
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Windsor, Bora Bora Floral Chiffon Max Dress $54.90
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Rue21, Plus Green Cutout Dress $34.99
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Aeropostale, Sweetheart Cinched Cutout Dress $22.48
HALTERED & HAUTE
Ladies, it’s time to show off those shoulders. Halter top dresses are wonderfully supportive for our blessed ladies and also create the illusion of a narrowed waist. It’s no wonder it’s such a popular swimsuit neckline as well.
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Karen Walker, Kristall Halter Midi Dress $177
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Styland, Pleated Halterneck Dress $367
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Windsor, Feel The Sun Halter Sweetheart Skater Dress $46.90
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Lulus, Multi-Abstract Print Drawstring Halter Midi $78
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Milly, Libby Pleated Mini Dress $395
TERRIFICALLY TIERED
Comforting staple pieces aren’t going away anytime soon. While we may be slowly packing away our oversized sweat pants, this summer’s runaway favorite is none other than the tiered dress. This roomy, one-and-done garment is showing up in all manner of fabrics from super casual cotton to couture-level crepe. Cottagecore approved…
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Windsor, Brighten Up Floral Ruffle A-Line Dress $46.90
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Aeropostale, Floral V-Neck Keyhole Dress $16
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Windsor, Swept Away Floral Ruffled Maxi Dress $48.90
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Co, Ruched Sleeve Tiered Midi Dress $625
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Sundry Clothing, Cherry Midi Dress $124.60
GROOVE ME, BABY
From 60s flower prints to 70s psychedelic pattern plays, retro prints are everywhere this season. Honestly, summertime has never looked more groovy.
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Rue21, Plus Brown Floral Skater Dress $26.99
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Eva Franco, Twiggy Mini Dress $199.99
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Sundry Clothing, Retro Floral Maxi Dress $198
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Alice McCall, In Music Mini Dress $450
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Izuria, Blue & Yellow Paisley Bell-Sleeve Dress $32.99
PRETTY AS A PASTEL
Like a trip to the Baskin Robbins, this season’s pastel assortment comes in so many flavors, you’re certain to find a favorite. Icy pinks, blues, greens, barely-there yellows and of course the spring trender – lovely light lilac…all ready to be scooped up!
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Lulus, You Give Me Butterflies Mini Dress $68
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Sundry Clothing, Boho Tunic Dress $188
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Windsor, Let’s Get Brunch Skater Dress $48.90
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Love Bonito, Elayne Flutter Sleeve Tiered Dress $44.90
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Emmie Rose, Halter Mini Dress $99.99
SQUARED AWAY
We’re all falling hard for square necklines this summer. There’s just something about how it frames the décolletage in a way that looks amazing whether you’re an A or a DD+. It’s universally flattering silhouette also works with a variety of hip sizes too…making this a no-brainer trend to try.
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Plum Pretty Sugar, Preston Honeysummer Dress $59
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Pixie, Tiered Midi Dress $87.99
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Windsor, Effortless Style Moves Midi Dress $59.90
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Rachel Pally, Crepe Syd Dress $282
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Aeropostale, Solid Square-Neck Dot A-Line Dress $27.48
COLOR, COLOR, EVERYWHERE!
Like a visceral reaction against all those drab pandemic thoughts, bold and bright colors are here to give us the kick-in-the-pants confidence to go out and face the world in style. Lemon yellows, kermit greens, bold blues, tangy tangerines and fuchsia are coming out strong for summer.
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Trina Turk, Immeasurable Midi Dress $99.99
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Universal Standard, Stretch Poplin Shirtdress $128
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Max Studio, Textured Short Dress $49.99
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Halston, Daniela Jersey Side Twist Mini $375
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Paul & Joe Sister, Dalhia Jacquard Tea Dress $83
MINI MARVELOUS
Last but certainly not least on our list, the marvelous mini. Showing off your gams was never easier this season, with minis from formal to casual taking the summer stage. Whether you pair them with strappy sandals or chunky boots, these leggy chameleons are definitely here to stay.
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