When it’s sweltering out, the only thing more appealing than blasting the AC is slipping into an ultra-lightweight dress that barely skims the body. Whether it’s a floaty cotton dress that breathes easily, a poplin midi with cut-outs for added airflow, or a linen maxi made for getaways, these summer-ready silhouettes are what we’ll be living in from now through Labor Day.
This edit includes the best summer dresses we could find — many that won’t cling, bunch, or stick to sweaty skin. We’ve got all the trends covered, too: mini shift dresses that go from desk to drinks, scarf silhouettes, tiered maxi dresses made for triple-digit temps, picnic-ready gingham prints, and more.
Consider this your guide to surviving the heat in style — whether your summer plans include vacation travels and beach weddings that require packable dresses or more casual music festivals and late-night birthday parties.
