14 Lightweight Dresses You Can Wear During the Hottest Summer Days
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Our summer clothes have to be lightweight for some very important reasons. We're moving around and doing things even though the temperature's rising, and we need to be wearing clothes that keep us feeling comfortably cool. Heavy, thick fabrics are strictly forbidden in the summer months, and we've found 14 gorgeous dresses that fit the bill perfectly.
From gorgeous silky silhouettes to classic cotton styles and seasonal linen picks, these are the dresses you'll be able to go absolutely anywhere in this summer. They're perfect for running errands or lounging around the house, so no matter what you're doing, know you have a beautiful, lightweight dress to get you there.
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A Shirtdress: Gap Big Shirt Dress
You can't go wrong with a classic shirtdress. We like that this Gap Big Shirt Dress ($60, originally $80) can be belted.
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A Dress Under $50: Old Navy Waist-Defined Puff-Sleeve Cotton-Poplin Side-Cutout Mini Dress
Looking for an easy summer dress that's affordable and adorable? Pick up this comfortable navy Old Navy Waist-Defined Puff-Sleeve Cotton-Poplin Side-Cutout Mini Dress ($35) before it inevitably sells out.
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A Dress With a Keyhole Neckline: 1. State Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
This 1. State Puff Sleeve Mini Dress ($109) is a great dress to have in your arsenal. It's comfortable, sexy, and can be dressed up or down. Wear it with strappy heels or sleek white sneakers.
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A Modern Slip Dress: Zara Ring Trim Slip Dress
This Zara Ring Trim Slip Dress ($50) is a 2022 take on a slip dress. We love the pool blue and the sexy strappy back.
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A Linen Dress: Reformation Irwin Linen Dress
This white linen Reformation Irwin Linen Dress ($248) is a classic. The back is almost completely open, which makes the lightweight dress feel even more breezy.
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A Dress With Sleeves: Rhode Pia Dress
This Rhode Pia Dress ($445) has statement sleeves we love. Plus, the silhouette is easy to be dressed up or down, and it's made of a lightweight material that's ideal for hot beach days.
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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.
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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.
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A Black Dress: J.Crew Side-cutout Cotton Poplin Dress
This J.Crew Side-cutout Cotton Poplin Dress ($110, originally $148) is an elevated way to do cutouts. It's also on sale, which we love.
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An Off the Shoulder Dress: Forever 21 Floral Print Mini Dress
If you want a dependable dress that you know will look good, this Floral Print Mini Dress ($21, originally $30) is a great option. Its smocked waist, self-tie closure, and peasant sleeves are comfortable, cute, and flattering.
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A Dress With Pockets: Anthropologie Somerset Maxi Dress
This Anthropologie Somerset Maxi Dress ($168) is a great pick for an outdoor wedding. It's also a good option for a rehearsal dinner or postwedding brunch, all depending on how you style it.
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A Printed Dress: Old Navy Sleeveless Waist-Defined Embroidered Clip-Dot Maxi Dress
When we think of summer, we think of a long, breezy, printed dress. That sounds just like this Old Navy Sleeveless Waist-Defined Embroidered Clip-Dot Maxi Dress ($50).
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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.
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A White Dress: Farm Rio Flower A-Line Cotton Minidress
When we think of summer, we think of white dresses. We're loving this pretty Farm Rio Flower A-Line Cotton Minidress ($160).
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