When it comes to summer dressing, we like to take full advantage of simplicity in our wardrobe. Especially after a year of wearing things with an elastic waist, it seems slightly daunting to jump back into everyday fashion. A tank dress is the easiest throw-on-and-go piece that still looks put-together, especially when mixed with current accessories. Dresses are always a simpler choice than pairing separates and yet can still make a statement. This breezy silhouette is perfect for a weekend away, for brunch, or even over your favorite swimsuit. We're gravitating toward light, airy fabrics like cotton, linen, and delicate knits that are comfortable to wear all day. Sticking with solids, textures, and delicate prints also allows you to repeat your dress more often, and we all know price per wear justifies most of our purchases. Keep reading for our standouts of the season, and get ready to live in these all summer long.
The tiered hem and check print give this English Factory Gingham Check Dress ($120) a trendier feel.
We instantly fell in love with the retro print of this Rebecca Taylor Sleeveless Ruched Emmy Dress ($325).
Our editors can't get enough of this new label. Don't forget to check out their knits when you're adding this Tach Clothing Ami Dress ($288) to your cart.
This two-tone Staud Dana Dress ($195) looks so elevated in these sunshine hues.
Wear this The Frankie Shop Mollis Sun Dress ($125) loose or cinch it with a belt.
Try this Lemlem Eshal Swing Dress ($275) with lace-up sandals and your favorite swimsuit.
This Lemlem Retta Smock Sundress ($375) is a chameleon piece in that it can be worn lounging at home or for a dinner date.
Try this COS Midi Slip Dress ($89) on its own or with an oversize open white button-down
Add your favorite slides and farmers' market tote to this Dôen Hilde Dress ($198)
This flirty Violeta by Mango Lyocell Short Dress ($60) is perfect for a day at the beach.
White dresses are so classic for summer. Try adding pop-of-color sunglasses to this Cinq à Sept Effie Dress ($355).
This subtle-print 11 Honoré Palmas Shoulder Tie Dress ($375) has adjustable straps for a perfect fit.
The drop waist on this Sokie Collective Spaghetti Strap Tier Midi Dress ($138) makes it a really unique addition to any closet.
For the days when it's too hot for anything else, this dRA Nathalia Dress ($118) does the trick
This Mikoh Tokelau 2 Dress ($154) makes us feel like we are on vacation — just add your favorite shell jewelry.
Available in a rainbow of colors, this 9 Seed Tulum Dress ($163) is so effortless.
Somewhere between a dress and a nightgown, this H&M Sleeveless Dress ($25) feels like a Sunday morning.
The boxy shape of this Madewell Linen-Cotton Side-Button Midi Dress ($89) looks great with a barely-there sandal and a modern bag.