The second I see even a hint of sunshine, I'm digging deep in my closet to bring out my Summer dresses. No matter how many I own, though, there always seems to be a need for more. I just can't refuse a fresh new print and silhouette. My closet currently consists of midis and maxis, but I realized I don't own a single minidress. In an effort to ditch my denim shorts on superhot days, I'm on the hunt for short dresses: cute ones I can wear to work, fun ones for vacation, and maybe even a sexy one for a night out.
I went on a mission to uncover the most stylish and affordable finds for this Spring and Summer. From brands like Reformation to Faithful the Brand and Free People, it was hard to narrow it down because I fell in love with so many. Ahead, you'll find my 19 favorite picks that you can style so many ways and wear to a variety of occasions. If you're also searching for that one, you've come to the right place. Keep reading to check out my hot choices and pick up one (or five) you can rock the rest of the season.
Pack this Faithful the Brand Daphne Tie Sleeve Minidress ($159) for your next Summer getaway.
This Rodeo Mini Dress ($50) is great for a night out.
Wear this Sunlit Printed Mini Dress ($98) to the beach or by the pool.
Take this Mixed Emotions Mini Dress ($148) on your next vacation.
You'll own this Reformation Christine Dress ($218) forever.
This green gingham Reformation Rodin Dress ($178) will look awesome with sleek white sneakers or casual sandals.
Love animal print? You need this FP One Bali Nights Mini Dress ($108).
The smocked detail on this Faithful the Brand Genevieve Jeanne Floral Minidress ($159) is so cute.
This UO Katrina Eyelet Tiered Ruffle Mini Dress ($69) comes in several other colors.
Wear this BP. Button Front Prairie Minidress ($49) to the beach.
We need this Reformation Yves Dress ($218) ASAP.
The silhouette on this Endless Summer by Free People Like a Lady Sundress ($58) is so cute.
You can wear this Like A Lady Printed Mini Dress ($108) absolutely everywhere.
The ruffle detail on this Bardot Poppy Print Minidress ($91, originally $129) sold us.
This Reformation Lumiere Dress ($218) is at the top of my wish list.
Wear colorful heels with this ASTR the Label Taylor Fit & Flare Dress ($98).
Rock this Rails Helena Dress ($188) with white sneakers.
Style this Likely Mina Dress ($158) with comfy wedges.
This FP Beach Nikki Mini Dress ($58) is one of those picks you can just throw on and run out the door.