12 Perfect Summer Beach Dresses, From Maxis to Cover-Ups

Free People Cross of Sunlight Mini ($78)

You'll be the belle of the ball (or rather, the beach) with this puff-sleeved number from Free People. The beach minidress embodies a cool, coastal essence, and the A-line silhouette gives the piece a flounced edge that's designed to flatter any and all body types. We love this color, called Fennel Seed, but the frock is also available to shop in other summer-friendly shades, like tangerine orange and dusty rose.