Summer is right around the corner and if you’re looking for easy outfits to style for all your upcoming events and travels, we’ve got you covered with some great dresses that are versatile and on trend. Dresses are the perfect outfit choice for the warmer months because they require no outfit coordination-just throw on a summer dress with a pair of sandals or sneakers and you’re ready to go. And the secret to buying perfect summer dresses is to buy dresses that are versatile- one that work for different occasions and can go from day to night.
Janet Dress, $500, Anine Bing
If you’re looking to update your work wardrobe for the summer, a tweed dress is the perfect addition. Tweed is on trend for the season and this dress is composed of a luxurious cotton tweed fabric that is timeless and so polished.
Striped puff-sleeve midi dress, $75, J.Crew Factory
This season mini, midi, and maxi dresses are all trending. But the midi dress is a style that is a universally flattering length. This puffed sleeve midi dress is 100% cotton so it’s breathable and best of all it has pockets (always a plus!) Style this dress with flats or a low heel sandal for a playful and summer look.
Line and Dot Mika Asymmetrical Dress, $182, Indigo Octopus
Florals are the perfect print for summer while florals for summer is not a novel trend, this year we are seeing darker, bold, and more moody floral dresses. This asymmetrical floral dress is statement making and is the perfect dress to pack for an upcoming summer vacation or to wear for a date night.
Sabina Musayev Alpha Dress, $575, Wylie Grey
Maxi dresses are on trend for the season and this one is great for a summer day or evening wedding. It has a flattering fit and gorgeous deep v-neckline. Add a pair of strappy sandals for a dressed-up and gorgeous summer look.
Delfi Collective Asymmetrical Fringe Dress, $475, Anthropologie
This dress features two top spring trends-fringe and pretty pastels. Fringe is so whimsical and playful and a fringe dress is great if you’re looking for a flirty and feminine party dress.
Pastels are also on trend and summer is a great time to experiment with color trends. This season we are seeing pastel colors like lavender, soft pink, mint green, and powder blue. When styling this dress let this lavender fringe dress be the show stopper and keep the rest of the look including accessories and shoes simple and neutral.
Whisper Ruth Sweetheart Neck Dress, $128, South Moon Under
Cut-out detailing is a top trend for 2023 and this dress features cut-out details, but in a subtle way. The cut-outs are strategically placed on the sides, revealing just the right amount of skin to feel confident and beautiful in this dress. This dress also features puffed sleeves and a sweetheart neckline.
And who can even mention summer dresses without including one amazing all white dress. A white dress is timeless in any wardrobe, so go ahead and add one to your summer wardrobe.
Naina is a Fashion Stylist, Style Expert and on-air, digital and print fashion content contributor who has been featured in the WSJ, InStyle, Forbes, Today, People, Washingtonian magazine and other outlets.
Naina runs a virtual styling and sourcing studio for women. She curates streamlined and versatile wardrobes for women interested in simplicity with a modern and elevated aesthetic.
