Ethereal Pieces For a Stylish Summer
Ethereal Silhouettes For a Dreamy, Romantic Summer
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When the warm weather comes, the last thing you want to be wearing is something tight and constrictive. It's just too hot for that! That's why we're stocking up on airy, billowy pieces for the spring and summer months. From tiered maxi dresses to puff-sleeved tops to midi skirts, we're all about an ethereal silhouette: styles that are at once relaxed, feminine, and elegant.
So if you're doing your shopping and tired of slim-fit jeans and curve-hugging tops, we're excited to tell you there are a multitude of beautiful alternatives just begging for a spot in your wardrobe. Ahead, you'll find our favorite pieces for a gloriously romantic summer of style.
Banana Republic Factory Store Linen Blend Wrap Dress
This delightfully breezy wrap dress ($70, originally $100) has summer of romance written all over it. We love the billowy puff sleeves, the low (but not too low) v-neck, and the flattering tie waist. Pair it with some strappy sandals and a statement necklace, and you'll be giving off serious goddess vibes.
Banana Republic Factory Store Halter Flounce Hem Maxi Dress
To stand out in a crowd, you'll need nothing more than this eye-catching midi halter dress ($72, originally $120) with a bouncy flounce hem. Leave the waist relaxed, or cinch it with a belt of your choice. The best part: it's made with a special breathable fiber derived from certified renewable wood sources. It's an eco-conscious feature that'll be extremely useful once summer hits.
Banana Republic Factory Store Organic Cotton Mixed Fabric Maxi Dress
It doesn't get much more romantic than this lovely maxi dress ($70, originally $100). The notch neckline, cap sleeves, and elasticated waist give the dress some shape, as it falls elegantly in a flattering A-line. Wear it with heels for a dressed-up summer night or some chic ballet flats and a blazer for a dreamy (but professional) workday.
Banana Republic Embroidered A-Line Dress
Speaking of workwear, this stunning dress ($45, originally $75) is somehow both professional and ethereal and would look as appropriate at the office as it would at a beachside restaurant. We love the fanciful sleeves and practical cut. For more casual days, wear it relaxed, and if you do find yourself in a boardroom, go for a belt and some booties. (Accessories really can make a world of difference with a dress this versatile.)
Banana Republic Factory Store Organic Cotton Puff-Sleeve Knit Top
You don't need to wear only dresses for that coveted ethereal silhouette. Take this sweet top ($20, originally $50), for example. Its flounce hem and puff sleeves deliver on feminine vibes, especially when paired with a long pendant necklace. Wear it with your favorite relaxed pants for head-to-toe comfort or something more formfitting to show off your shape.
Banana Republic Factory Store Poplin Babydoll Blouse
This top ($36, originally $60) offers similar romantic vibes with a little more structure, thanks to an empire waist and a sweetheart neckline. (The square back is pretty gorgeous, too.) Wear it with your favorite pencil skirt or a pair of comfortable linen pants for an effortlessly chic summer look.
Banana Republic Factory Store Linen Blend Button-Down Tiered Midi Skirt
This button-down midi ($54, originally $90) is a beautiful wardrobe staple that you'll wear all summer long (and hopefully into fall with some cute boots). We love the buttons over the three billowy tiers, not to mention the shirring detail, which gives the skirt even more movement. As for dressing up and down? Simple: Ballet flats or heeled sandals. A crop top or your favorite tank tucked in. And a delightful cardigan if it gets chilly.
Banana Republic Factory Store Organic Cotton Tiered Midi Skirt
Here's another cotton midi ($54, originally $90) for breezy summer vibes. While it comes in white, we're digging the deep, moody black, especially when paired with a flirty cropped blouse. The flounce hem and shirring give the skirt lots of movement. Plus, we'll never turn down a pull-on-and-go piece: no buttons, no zippers, just a beautiful skirt that you can put on at a moment's notice (and look stunning).
