Breezy Linen Dresses For Summer
8 Chic Linen Dresses For Breezy Summer Style
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During hot summer months, all we want to wear is linen. It's soft, breathable, and endlessly comfortable. You can find all sorts of linen pieces, from everyday shorts to fancy suits, but today we're focusing on all the chic linen dresses out there — ones you can wear to the office, dinner with friends, and even those upcoming summer weddings.
From a ruffle-embellished mini with flirty cutouts to a safari-inspired shirtdress for an adventure-filled getaway and a hand-painted midi, we have styles that'll suit just about anything you have planned for the season.
Banana Republic Embroidered Mini Dress
If you're headed to a beach getaway, this linen dress ($250) is the perfect piece to pop on after a day by the water. We love the detailed embroidery on the front and sleeves, the delicately shirred shoulders, and the billowy A-line fit. Wear it with a pair of espadrilles and bold earrings for a beautiful vacation ensemble.
120% Lino Linen Ruffle Tiered Dress
It's the small details that make this linen dress ($545) so refined — the ruffle stand collar, the relaxed sleeves, and the billowy tiers. Slip it on with a pair of sandals for a day of errands or lunch with friends. It's an elevated, feminine take on the everyday linen dress, an essential for the upcoming hot summer days.
Banana Republic Linen Balloon-Sleeve Mini Dress
This flowy, balloon-sleeve mini ($200) has just the right amount of attitude with a V-neck, top-to-bottom buttons, and a swing fit. Available in black, a sunshine-y yellow, or tropical print, it's the perfect piece for nights out with friends, engagement parties, and any special occasion on the horizon. All you need is a pair of fun heels to gussy it up.
Zimmermann Postcard Linen Tie-Back Minidress
Just because a dress is linen doesn't mean it has to be casual. This minidress ($595), for example, is exactly what you'll need for all those fancier summer weddings. We love the ruffle embellishments, the open back, and the cutouts (that show just the right amount of skin). Pop on some sky-high stilettos and a bold lip, and you'll be party ready.
Banana Republic Linen Flounce-Hem Mini Dress
Available in black, white, and a wild safari print, this minidress ($170) has just the right amount of flounce and structure for a nice summer day out and about. Wear it on its own and enjoy that relaxed fit or cinch it with a thick leather belt. If you're headed to the office, throw on a blazer or a soft cotton sweater. As for shoes, a pair of mid-heel mules is just what you'll need.
Zimmermann Anneke Linen Minidress
Muted jewel tones, patchwork patterns, and paisley print: this mini ($750) has an eye-catching look that'll turn heads wherever you wear it. The oversize puff sleeves and the tiered hem give it feminine flare, while the relaxed fit is still flattering, thanks to a matching belt. Worn with a pair of sandals or espadrilles, this dress is ideal for bridal showers and daytime events where you want to look polished, put together, and stylish, of course.
Banana Republic Heritage Linen Safari Dress
This structured safari-inspired dress ($160) will become a workday wardrobe staple, with roll-cuff sleeves, a removable belt, and pockets (that can actually hold things!). Pair it with some flat mules or even booties and a cool cuff, and you might just be the best dressed in the office.
Aje Cosmos Hand-Painted Linen-Blend Midi Dress
This idyllic midi dress ($475) is everything we want for our summer wardrobe. Hand painted in a blue-teal ombré with flattering cutouts and a high neck, it offers just the right amount of allure while still remaining sophisticated and polished. Wear it to weddings or parties or out to a special dinner. Feel free to keep accessories minimal, since the dress itself is already a piece of art.
