Whether you spend your weekends visiting new towns, escaping to the beach or checking out local food festivals, this season's effortless look is a compliment-worthy maxi dress. We're particularly drawn to tiered hems, ruffles, floral motifs, tie-dye prints, and all-around colorful designs. So when we found these pieces on Zara, we immediately started adding them to our cart.
The secret to updating your summer is to opt for these versatile maxi dresses that will stylishly transition from one event to the next. Wait until you see the satin slip dress or the green maxi with tasteful cutouts.
This Floral Print Satin Effect Dress ($50) will pack perfectly on your next sunny getaway. It's the perfect cover-up for a stylish beach day or a standalone piece for spontaneous summer plans.
Go with a "less is more" approach when styling this Cut Out Maxi Dress ($40), so it can stand out. Pair it with some sleek thong sandals or some minimalist mules to finish off the look.
This Long Print Dress ($70) is understated yet elevated, making it an effortless addition in your summer closet. It works just as well for city weekends as it will for warm getaways.
This Floral Satin Dress ($50) has an innate sensuality that will make you feel empowered and sexy. Simply finish off the look with some barely-there sandals and a dainty necklace.
Whether you style this Tie-Dye Gauze Dress ($50) with pared-back Keds sneakers or add a touch of style with embellished slide sandals, it will help you feel effortless and polished.
The simplicity of this Combination Knit Dress ($70) makes it endlessly wearable. The knit fabric and refined silhouette make for a figure-skimming style.
This Long Printed Dress ($70) pairs well with spontaneous weekends in the country or planned beach getaways. The eye-catching print infuses it with cheerful energy, while the silhouette exudes understated elegance.
The bright hues of this Special Edition Printed Dress ($70) make it a stylish pick-me-up, as well as the perfect look for museum dates, rooftop celebrations, or garden parties.
This Long Tiered Dress ($40) will help you step into any space with style and aplomb. It's a bright, head-turning piece that will pair well with slide sandals and low-heeled mules alike.
This Limited Edition Flowy Dress ($129) is ideal for spontaneous days when a morning coffee run is likely to turn into brunch for one.
This Mint Green Long Dress ($40) looks very summery, and the ruffle makes it stand out even more. It's ideal for brunch parties that extend into happy hour drinks.