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Behold: 68 Easy Summer Dresses You'll Wear All Season Long
While there are plenty of things we love about summer (afternoons at the pool, delicious cocktails, evenings on the patio), there's definitely one thing we do not: record-high temperatures. As we approach the blistering hot season, we're already thinking about how to survive the heat and humidity that our Alabama-based editors are very familiar with. Our top tip for the ladies: easy, breezy dresses.
Let's be honest: No one wants to wear pants in the summer. So put down the blouses (we know how cute they are, but they're just not practical) and save them for spring. Summer is the season for dresses that are easy to throw on, allow for plenty of airflow, and, most importantly, don't show sweat stains. Another key factor: affordability. Sure, we'll splurge on a dress we can wear to an outdoor event in August, but you won't see us shelling out the big bucks for an everyday dress we'll run to the grocery store in on a Tuesday afternoon. Luckily for you, we've included both options here. So get those clicking fingers ready, girls.
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1) Sleeveless Striped T Shirt Dress
MEROKEETY
amazon.com
$25.49
As comfy as your go-to T-shirt dress, but twice as flattering with a tied waist and striped pattern. Oh, and it has pockets.
Amazon - 3/69
2) Split Neck Sleeveless A-Line Dress
Allegra K
amazon.com
$36.99
If you work in an office setting, then you know the struggle to find dresses that are appropriate for work, keep you warm inside, and allow for a breeze when you're out. Pair this sleeveless dress with a jacket or cardigan for an in-office look and ditch it when you're outside.
Amazon - 4/69
3) Despina Dress
petalandpup.com
$72.00
This pink and red tiered dress and happiness embodied and would make the perfect vacation addition.
petal and pup - 5/69
4) Sleeveless Mini Dress
Amazon - 6/69
5) Embroidery Maxi Dress
BerryGo
amazon.com
$45.99
This incredibly flattering eyelet dress comes in so many different colors and is perfect for any dressed-up summer occasion.
Amazon - 7/69
6) Raffael High Neck Mini Dress
petalandpup.com
$79.00
This gorgeous watercolor floral dress is just begging to be worn to a garden wedding.
petal and pup - 8/69
7) Linen-blend Shirt Dress
H&M
hm.com
$34.99
It's a fact: there are few fabrics as wonderful to wear in the summer as linen. Roll the sleeves up on this dress for a chic and casual coastal grandmother vibe.
H&M - 9/69
8) Ruffle Sleeve Poplin Midaxi Dress
Abercrombie & Fitch
$75.00
Get a closeup on the neckline of this midi dress to see just how beautiful the ruched detailing is.
Abercrombie & Fitch - 10/69
9) Sleeveless Tie-Shoulder Printed Swing Mini Dress
Old Navy
oldnavy.gap.com
$12.00
This sweet dress comes in four different prints and I'm convinced they're all equally as cute.
Old Navy - 11/69
10) Women's Slip Dress
A New Day
target.com
$25.00
It's basically a nightgown you can legitimately wear out and about. What could be better?
Target - 12/69
11) Strappy Plunge Corset Maxi Dress
Abercrombie & Fitch
$90.00
We didn't include many dresses over $75 in this roundup, so you know the ones we did are going to be good, and this one definitely is. Effortlessly elegant and summer-ready, you'll get compliments all evening long.
Abercrombie & Fitch - 13/69
12) V Neck Ladies Dress
Aloodor
amazon.com
$22.99
The sleeve detailing on this casually elegant dress makes it perfectly acceptable for work and other similar events.
Amazon - 14/69
13) Mariska Dress
petalandpup.com
$72.00
This wrap dress is as well suited for date night as it an afternoon at the park. Talk about versatility.
petal and pup - 15/69
14) Drama Ruffle Maxi Dress
Abercrombie & Fitch
$112.50
The fabric of this midi dress has the slightest shimmer. Paired with the bow tie back, it's suitable for any summer wedding you have coming up.
Abercrombie & Fitch - 16/69
15) Cotton Dress with Eyelet Embroidery
H&M - 17/69
16) Sleeveless Tiered Windowpane Tie-Back Midi Swing Dress
Old Navy
oldnavy.gap.com
$28.00
You may need to get a closeup of the fabric to see the windowpane detailing, but it is so worth.
Old Navy - 18/69
17) Sleeveless Smocked Button-Down Dress
Shop all Knox Rose
target.com
$27.99
Button-down detailing always elevates a simple dress by the slightest to make it comfy but still work-appropriate.
Target - 19/69
18) Tie Back Ruffle Strap Dress
Amazon - 20/69
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20) V-neck Cotton Dress
H&M
hm.com
$69.99
This cotton dress may look simple at first, but the tie detailing in the back adds the slightest bit of interest for a gorgeous evening look.
H&M - 22/69
21) Puff-Sleeve Printed Mini Swing Dress for Women
Old Navy
oldnavy.gap.com
$42.00
Think this dress can't get any cuter? Wait until you see the matching family outfits.
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22) Flutter Short Sleeve Gauze A-Line Dress
Shop all Knox Rose
target.com
$30.00
When you think of dresses that you can throw on in a minute and be ready to head out the door, this comfy cutie is what should come to mind.
Target - 24/69
23) Ruffle Hem Mini Dress
Srendarky
amazon.com
$25.99
Puff sleeves and asymmetric tiers make this dress so on-trend—and for under 30 bucks.
Amazon - 25/69
24) Button Up Dress
petalandpup.com
$75.00
This dress was absolutely made for Saturday mornings at the farmer's market.
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25) Casual Short Dress
Romanstii
amazon.com
$29.99
Two of our favorite words: adjustable straps—especially when they look this cute.
Amazon - 27/69
26) Halterneck Dress
H&M
hm.com
$49.99
We won't tell anyone you snagged this event-ready dress for under $50 if you don't.
H&M - 28/69
27) Isla Dress in Wildflower
leota.com
$103.00
This floral dress is made for summer. It's cowl neck and waist tie will have you looking put-together while the flowy silhouette will keep you cool and comfortable. The lightweight jersey fabric is machine washable and wrinkle-free, perfect for all of your summer activities. Even better, there's a matching kid's style so you can twin with your little one.
Leota - 29/69
28) Fit & Flare Tie-Front Smocked Printed Mini Cami Dress
Old Navy
oldnavy.gap.com
$30.00
There's no bad time for blue and white gingham, but summer is definitely the best time.
Old Navy - 30/69
29) Women's Short Sleeve T-Shirt Dress - Universal Thread™ Blue Striped
Target - 31/69
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31) Women's One Shoulder Ruffle Sleeveless Dress - A New Day™
Target - 33/69
32) FANCYINN Womens White Cute Shift Dress Short Bell Sleeves Ruffled Hem V Neck Loose Swing Tunic Mini Dress with Pockets M
Amazon - 34/69
33) SOLY HUX Women Summer Floral Square Neck Ruffle Slit Corset Fitted Midi Dress M
Amazon - 35/69
34) Women's One Shoulder Ruffle Sleeveless Dress - A New Day™
Target - 36/69
35) Sleeveless Striped Mini Swing Dress
Old Navy
oldnavy.gap.com
$26.97
We also love this fun striped option that comes in two different colors.
Old Navy - 37/69
36) Sleeveless Dress with Ruffled Neckline
beachlunchlounge
walmart.com
$16.50
This tiered dress is similar to the midi cutout version mentioned before but features a ruffled neckline and shorter hemline.
Walmart - 38/69
37) Sleeveless Jersey Dress
H&M
hm.com
$7.99
I will be buying this dress in every color because $10 is just too good of a price.
HM - 39/69
38) Chambray Tiered All-Day Fit & Flare Maxi Dress
Old Navy
oldnavy.gap.com
$39.97
Looking for the perfect beach dress? You've met your match. We prefer maxi dresses when we're near the water because of the risk of a wind gust, and the light chambray of this dress would be perfectly casual yet pretty paired with some wedges and a small necklace.
Old Navy - 40/69
39) Floral Print V Neck Dress
GRECERELLE
amazon.com
$40.99
For work, for date night, for a casual wedding—the options are endless for this gorgeous dress.
Amazon - 41/69
40) Women's Short Sleeve T-Shirt Dress
Universal Thread
target.com
$15.00
T-shirt dresses were absolutely made for July and August days in the South. No doubt.
Target - 42/69
41) Wrap Dress
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42) Freezer III Dress
Columbia
amazon.com
$44.99
As you might be able to tell from the name, this dress is made from sweat-wicking fabric that's SPF 30 to keep you sunburn and sweat-free all day long.
Amazon - 44/69
43) Farrah Dress
petal and pup - 45/69
44) High Low Eyelet Midi Dress
Scoop
walmart.com
$28.00
Under $30 is an absolute steal for an all-over eyelet dress. Snag this immediately in one of 3 colors.
Walmart - 46/69
45) Floral Mini Dress
English Factory
amazon.com
$80.00
This adorable dress combines so many summer trends at once: tiers, patchwork, and blue and white florals.
Amazon - 47/69
46) Marielle Dress
petalandpup.com
$72.00
Your upcoming summer wedding called and said you should definitely wear this to the occasion.
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47) Polka Dot Ruffles Midi Dress
R.Vivimos
amazon.com
$25.99
Trust me, this maxi dress will be your go-to through the spring and summer. Pair it with a cute jacket and some mules for an office-ready look or wear it around the house—it's as effortless as possible.
Amazon - 49/69
48) Cotton Plaid Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
R.Vivimos
amazon.com
$31.99
This grandmillenial style dress has gone viral in the last few weeks and it's easy to see why: it's cute and it's under $30.
Amazon - 50/69
49) Ruffled Sleeve Vintage Check Dress
Allegra K
amazon.com
$33.99
It's no secret that we're big fans of gingham. This adorable frock is belted to give a defined waist and has ruffled sleeves for a feminine edge.
Amazon - 51/69
50) Tie-Strap Babydoll Midaxi Dress
Abercrombie & Fitch
$74.25
I might not be on vacation, but I sure can dress like it in this gorgeous dress. It also comes in this same print in green and white.
Abercrombie & Fitch - 52/69
51) Sleeveless Dress with Side Cutout Detail
Walmart - 53/69
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53) Tie Front Button Down Swing Dress
ECOWISH
amazon.com
$35.99
This dress comes in a whopping 43 prints and both midi and knee length options.
Amazon - 55/69
54) Apex Dress
Apex
petalandpup.com
$36.97
Every woman needs a great wrap dress on hand. They're versatile, easy to throw on, and look good on every body type.
petal and pup - 56/69
55) Flutter-Sleeve Tiered Gingham Midi Dress
Old Navy
oldnavy.gap.com
$29.97
Can you tell we have a thing for gingham? And lucky for us, grandmillenial style is on-trend for 2022. Just one more reason we'll be adding this midi dress to our carts.
Old Navy - 57/69
56) Brit Tiered Ankle Maxi Tent Dress
The Drop
amazon.com
$59.90
In case you haven't noticed, tiered dresses are very in-style this year. This maxi one couldn't be easier to wear if it tried.
Amazon - 58/69
57) Tie Strap Maxi Dress
Floerns
amazon.com
$38.99
This dress comes in plenty of different prints, but we're partial to this blue-and-white floral pattern (surprise, surprise).
Amazon - 59/69
58) Ruffle-detail Dress
H&M
hm.com
$19.99
This dress comes in three different colors and we might be equally obsessed with all of them. If you want a more figure-flattering fit, add a summer-ready belt at your waist.
H&M - 60/69
59) Boho Beach Swing Dress
SHIBEVER
amazon.com
$24.99
For the absolute toastiest of summer days, there's nothing in your closet that will compete with the ease of throwing on this breezy dress.
Amazon - 61/69
60) Ivy Dress
petalandpup.com
$62.00
Versatility is key when it comes to easy summer dresses. If you're looking for an option that can take you from the farmer's market to the park with the kids to an evening BBQ, then this is the option for you.
petal and pup - 62/69
61) V Neck Linen Mini Dress
R.Vivimos
amazon.com
$29.99
You'll probably want to size up in this linen tunic dress for a more oversized fit and a longer hemline. Our favorite part? It has pockets.
Amazon - 63/69
62) Flounce-trimmed Dress
H&M
hm.com
$29.99
From an al fresco dinner date to running errands, this dress will always be in style.
HM - 64/69
63) Cotton Print Button-Up Midi Dress
R.Vivimos
amazon.com
$27.99
If there was ever a dress made for family pictures on the beach, it's this one.
Amazon - 65/69
64) Belted Button Front Dress
Allegra K
amazon.com
$33.99
The top buttons of this knee-length dress snap, making it incredibly nursing-friendly.
Amazon - 66/69
65) Jersey Relaxed-Fit Swing Dress
Daily Ritual
amazon.com
$21.40
Few things are as easy to throw on than a swing dress. Pair them with casual sneakers or dress them up with a jean jacket.
Amazon - 67/69
66) Sleeveless Lapel Belted Midi Shirt Dress
Allegra K
amazon.com
$29.99
We're swooning over the vintage-style of this button-down dress. Perfect for the office or running errands.
Amazon - 68/69
67) Short Cotton Dress
H&M
hm.com
$24.99
There are few fabrics out there as easy to wear on hot summer days as cotton, especially in this flowy frame.
H&M - 69/69
68) Casual T-Shirt Dress
Manydress
amazon.com
$31.99
This one lives up to its name—it's 100% as comfortable as your favorite lived-in t-shirt.
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