17 Tropical Dresses You Can Wear All Summer Long

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Planning a tropical vacation this summer or got a destination wedding to attend? You need a great dress, one that's comfortable, lightweight, and easy to travel with. Maybe you're feeling a fun printed dress or a style in a bright color? Maybe you want a crisp white dress that screams summer? Either way, you've got to check out these 17 dresses. They are dreamy and elegant and could double as a beach cover-up or a nighttime dress; the choice is yours.

We found picks with sexy cutouts, flowy maxi dresses, and embellished styles we can't wait to wear. We're getting to the beach this summer, one way or another, and here's what we're wearing. Keep reading to shop our selections.

A Convertible Dress: Endless Summer Turning Up the Temperature Maxi
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A Convertible Dress: Endless Summer Turning Up the Temperature Maxi

We're obsessed with this versatile Endless Summer Turning Up the Temperature Maxi ($118). It's perfect for the beach or a weekend hangout with friends.

A Strapless Dress: Caroline Constas Marnie Dress
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A Strapless Dress: Caroline Constas Marnie Dress

Doesn't this Caroline Constas Marnie Dress ($480) scream summer? It's the perfect brunch-to-beach dress, and you could even wear it out at night.

A Black Dress: Endless Summer Inma Midi
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A Black Dress: Endless Summer Inma Midi

This Endless Summer Inma Midi ($98) looks like a classic midi dress from the front. The open back, though, is perfect for summer days and nights.

A Cutout Dress: Zara Floral Print Dress
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A Cutout Dress: Zara Floral Print Dress

Cutouts, a halter neck, and florals make this Zara Floral Print Dress ($50) the dress of the summer. Plus, it's only $50!

A Maxi Dress: Banjanan Bazaar Midi Dress
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A Maxi Dress: Banjanan Bazaar Midi Dress

If you associate maxi dresses with heavy fabrics, you need to try one made of cotton. This Banjanan Bazaar Midi Dress ($375) is lightweight and so comfortable.

A Halter Dress: Lovers and Friends Mary Midi Dress
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A Halter Dress: Lovers and Friends Mary Midi Dress

This orange Lovers and Friends Mary Midi Dress ($158) is perfect for hot summer nights. We love the side ruching details.

A Statement Dress: We the Free Holy Smokes Maxi Dress
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A Statement Dress: We the Free Holy Smokes Maxi Dress

Feel like turning heads this summer? Put on this We the Free Holy Smokes Maxi Dress ($118), and get ready to be the star of the show.

A Long-Sleeved Dress: Nordstrom Signature Stripe Poplin Long Sleeve Midi Dress
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A Long-Sleeved Dress: Nordstrom Signature Stripe Poplin Long Sleeve Midi Dress

When it gets really hot outside, a lightweight, long-sleeved dress is a great option because it protects you from the sun. We like this classic Nordstrom Signature Stripe Poplin Long Sleeve Midi Dress ($179).

A Beach Dress: Charlie Holiday Tuscany Maxi Dress
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A Beach Dress: Charlie Holiday Tuscany Maxi Dress

This flowy Charlie Holiday Tuscany Maxi Dress ($139) is an ideal beach dress. We love the side cutouts.

A Patterned Dress: Poupette St Barth Mae Mini Dress
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A Patterned Dress: Poupette St Barth Mae Mini Dress

Dreaming of the Caribbean Sea? Us too. With this Poupette St Barth Mae Mini Dress ($290), we're practically halfway there.

A Backless Dress: Endless Summer Taking Sides Maxi
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A Backless Dress: Endless Summer Taking Sides Maxi

This Endless Summer Taking Sides Maxi ($118) looks like a classic midi dress from the front, but the back tells a different story. It's open, strappy, and so sexy.

A Crochet Dress: Savannah Morrow Rubina Crocheted Cotton Midi Dress
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A Crochet Dress: Savannah Morrow Rubina Crocheted Cotton Midi Dress

This Savannah Morrow Rubina Crocheted Cotton Midi Dress ($475) is sexy and perfect for either a beach cover-up or a night-out dress. The possibilities are endless.

A Floral Dress: Free People Park Slope Maxi Dress
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A Floral Dress: Free People Park Slope Maxi Dress

This Free People Park Slope Maxi Dress ($148) is a great day-to-night dress. Grab it as a beach cover-up or everyday dress.

A Minidress: Line & Dot Ella Mini Dress
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A Minidress: Line & Dot Ella Mini Dress

We're obsessed with this Line & Dot Ella Mini Dress ($125). Try it with white sneakers or sexy, strappy heels.

A Dress Under $100: Zara Tropical Print Cutout Dress
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A Dress Under $100: Zara Tropical Print Cutout Dress

When we think tropical getaway, we want a cold drink in our hand, and we want to be wearing this Zara Tropical Print Cutout Dress ($60). We're obsessed with all the cute cutouts.