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How To Style A Summer Dress

26 | 06 | 2023

 

In need of summer dress outfit ideas? We got you!

This is everything you need to know when it comes to styling summer dresses.

From holiday outfits to summer workwear – you’re covered.

 

Let’s start with the most popular summer dress questions…

 

First up, summer dress trends!

What summer dresses are in for 2023…

Crochet Dresses

From boho outfit inspo for festival dressing you’ll love if heading to the fields.

Crochet dresses are a must for summer 2023.

Rust Stripe Crochet Cross Front Dress image 1 Black Crochet Laddering Halter Neck Dress image 1

Rust Stripe Crochet Cross Front Dress

Black Crochet Laddering Halter Neck Dress

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Denim Dresses

You know it, classic denim is a timeless summer wardrobe essential.

Switch up your regular mini dress for a chic denim look you’ll love.

Petite Mid Blue Wash Denim Bandeau Mini Dress image 1 Ecru Oversized Denim Shirt Dress image 1

Petite Mid Blue Wash Denim Bandeau Mini Dress

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Floral Dresses

Of course!

Multi Floral Print Puff Sleeve Tie Front Bodycon Dress image 1 Pink Floral Print Chiffon Frill Detail Maxi Dress image 1

Multi Floral Print Puff Sleeve Tie Front Bodycon Dress

Pink Floral Print Chiffon Frill Detail Maxi Dress

 

Florals for summer? Groundbreaking…

Meryl Streep Fashion GIF

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Sheer Dresses

New season mesh and sheer.

From vacay vibes to night out looks, sheer dresses are the ultimate trend led look for summer.

 Plus Cream Printed Mesh Ruffle Detail Maxi Dress image 1 White Mesh Sheer Ruched Bust Strappy Maxi Dress image 1

Plus Cream Printed Mesh Ruffle Detail Maxi Dress

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Lavender Dresses

Lavender dresses are unstoppable ATM (and not just for concert outfit inspo).

This pastel colourway will have you feeling iconic this summer!

Lilac Slinky Cowl Frill Detail Strappy Shift Dress image 1 Lilac Textured Puff Sleeve Ruched Frill Hem Bodycon Dress image 1

Lilac Slinky Cowl Frill Detail Strappy Shift Dress

Lilac Textured Puff Sleeve Ruched Frill Hem Bodycon Dress

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Mermaid Core

This also answers the question of, can you wear a satin dress in the summer?

It’s a yes from PLT! From wedding guest outfits to race day dressing, satin dresses during summer make for the most effortless occasion wear.

Cream Satin Textured Cup Detail Halter Bodycon Dress image 1 Lemon Floral Print Frill Satin Cowl Maxi Dress image 1

Cream Satin Textured Cup Detail Halter Bodycon Dress

Lemon Floral Print Frill Satin Cowl Maxi Dress

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What do you wear over a summer dress?

You guessed it, denim jackets are the go-to when wanting to layer up your summer look.

Check out even more summer dress styling inspo here.

Blue Ditsy Floral Print Strappy Bodycon Dress image 3 Blue Ditsy Floral Print Strappy Bodycon Dress image 1

Blue Ditsy Floral Print Strappy Bodycon Dress

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Are summer dresses business casual?

We know that finding the perfect summer dresses for work can be tricky, that’s why we’ve rounded up everything these is to know when it comes to dressing for work during the summer months.

Think linen dresses, midi dresses and more. Work outfit dilemmas? No thanks.

Black Linen Look Knot Halterneck Shift Dress image 3 Black Shirred Bandeau Tiered Maxi Dress image 1

Black Linen Look Knot Halterneck Shift Dress

Black Shirred Bandeau Tiered Maxi Dress

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Searching for a certain style of summer dress?

Here are some of the most popular searches that will serve ALL the summer outfit inspo!

 

Summer dresses for holiday

Khaki Linen Look Bandeau Ruched Detail Midaxi Dress image 1 Stone Linen Underwired Cut Out Ruched Bodycon Dress image 1

Khaki Linen Look Bandeau Ruched Detail Midaxi Dress

Stone Linen Underwired Cut Out Ruched Bodycon Dress

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Summer dresses to wear with cowboy boots

Brown Twill Ruched Cup Cut Out Bodycon Dress image 3 Petite Ecru Denim Bandeau Mini Dress image 1

Brown Twill Ruched Cup Cut Out Bodycon Dress

Petite Ecru Denim Bandeau Mini Dress

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Summer dresses with trainers

Cream Soft Rib Cut Out Tie Back Bodycon Dress image 3 Plus White Oversized Midi T Shirt Dress image 1

Cream Soft Rib Cut Out Tie Back Bodycon Dress

Plus White Oversized Midi T Shirt Dress

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Summer dresses with short sleeves

Petite White Short Sleeve Skater Dress image 3 Black Short Sleeve Fitted Waist Linen Look Shirt Dress image 1

Petite White Short Sleeve Skater Dress

Black Short Sleeve Fitted Waist Linen Look Shirt Dress

 

Summer dresses with pockets

Ecru Cargo Short Sleeve Belted Shirt Dress image 1 Sage Cargo Shirt Sleeve Belted Shirt Dress image 3

Ecru Cargo Short Sleeve Belted Shirt Dress

Sage Cargo Shirt Sleeve Belted Shirt Dress

 

Summer dresses with sleeves

Stone Woven Binding Waist Detail Puff Long Sleeve Shift Dress image 3 Green Floral Print Tiered Detail Shift Dress image 3

Stone Woven Binding Waist Detail Puff Long Sleeve Shift Dress

Green Floral Print Tiered Detail Shift Dress

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Short summer dresses

Hot Pink Textured Twist Bandeau Shift Dress image 3 Lime Daisy Print Halterneck Shift Dress image 3

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Lime Daisy Print Halterneck Shift Dress

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Long summer dresses

 Lime Shirred Bandeau Tiered Maxi Dress image 1 White Textured Ruched Cut Out Bandeau Midaxi Dress image 1

Lime Shirred Bandeau Tiered Maxi Dress

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So, that’s a wrap on summer dresses 2023!

 

Wanting even more summer dress outfit ideas?

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