Elegance has been the fashion word of the year thus far, with designers across the board leaning into sophisticated design details like A-line skirts, drop waists, and hourglass shapes. Now that we’ve officially entered the summer season, I’ve noticed designers have put a particularly romantic spin on their summer dresses. From delicate embroidery to tiered silhouettes to sophisticated draping and classic necklines, this summer’s dresses are full of whimsical details.
As I’ve been browsing my favourite brands and retailers in search of summer dresses to add to my own closet, I’ve been overwhelmed with too many gorgeous options that I just had to share here. Each one is the perfect mix of sophistication and wearability. After all, it is summer, and I want to look put-together while feeling comfortable in the heat. Whether you’re headed on a summer holiday or simply refreshing your wardrobe for the season, I think the options below are well worth considering. Here are the 34 best romantic dresses for summer, in my opinion.
Shop the Best Romantic Summer Dresses:
BERNADETTE
Birgit Taffeta Mini Dress
Talk about a dress you’ll wear everywhere.
SIR
Affogato Tie-Detailed Linen Maxi Dress
This neckline is so elegant.
DÔEN
Florencia Floral-Print Silk-Blend Midi Dress
WAIMARI
Ibiza Tiered Guipure Lace-Trimmed Cotton Midi Dress
If you have a garden summer wedding on the books, this dress is absolute perfection.
Reformation
Tagliatelle Linen Dress
I picture this one strolling around Italy with a spritz.
Arket
Sculptural Lyocell-Blend Dress – Dusty Pink
A romantic dress if I ever saw one.
MANGO
Embroidered Detail Dress
HOUSE OF CB
Samaria Corset-Top A-Line Stretch-Cotton Midi Dress
This colour looks so luxe.
COS
PlissÉ Halterneck Maxi Dress
Going to a summer wedding?
POSSE
Amelia Embroidered-Trim Cotton Midi Dress
The delicate embroidery is so pretty.
ZARA
Embroidered Gabardine Dress
I can’t resist delicate details.
The tie details are a nice touch.
Nobodys Child
Cream Ditsy Floral Puff Sleeve Nova Mini Dress
COS
A-Line Linen Maxi Dress
This flowing silhouette is a classic trend.
Reformation
Delilah Linen Dress
ZARA
Jacquard Mini Dress With Puff Sleeves
The perfect summer garden party mini.
COS
Bias-Cut Maxi Slip Dress
FAITHFULL
Dominquez Smocked Strapless Organic Cotton-Poplin Midi Dress
ZARA
Short Gabardine Fabric Dress With Voluminous Skirt
What a colour—Barbie is still alive.
DÔEN
Rosaria Floral-Print Silk-Blend Midi Dress
Nobody does prints like Dôen.
COS
Halterneck A-Line Maxi Dress
Reformation
Sadie Knit Dress
HOUSE OF CB
Sophina Broderie-Anglaise Cotton-Blend Maxi Dress
Guess who already has this in their basket.
DOLCE&GABBANA
Pleated Polka-Dot Cotton-Poplin Midi Dress
The perfect summer dress does exist.
Nobodys Child
White Floral Delilah Midi Tea Dress
This just went to the top of my wish-list.
COS
The A-Line Bustier Dress
ZIMMERMANN
Lightburst Pleated Cutout Floral-Print Linen Mini Dress
I can’t resist this floral print.
COS
Gathered-Waist Midi Dress
COS
Pleated Knitted Maxi Dress
All of COS’ summer dresses are so elegant.
DÔEN
Tahlia Lace-Trimmed Floral-Print Silk-Charmeuse Midi Dress
How pretty are these lace details?
ZIMMERMANN
Pop Appliquéd Guipure Lace-Trimmed Linen Mini Dress
I dream about this dress often.
Reformation
Balia Linen Dress
Found my new favourite print.
