I have many, many dresses in my wardrobe. Some are short-sleeved; some are long. Some are printed; others are colour-block. But even the most dedicated collector can have gaps in their collection, and admittedly, there's one specific style I've been guilty of neglecting–maxi dresses.
I put this down to my 5'3" frame and the lack of spare time to get to the tailor, but I've always found shopping for maxi dresses somewhat of a chore. As such, I tend to stick to midis and minis, which require zero alterations. Lately, however, the plethora of pretty maxi dresses my favourite influencers have been wearing to usher in the summer months have been getting my attention.
It's easy to see the sudden appeal of a maxi dress. For the most part, they keep you covered, which is ideal for the changeable weather we're currently experiencing. Still, the attraction goes way beyond practicality—there's something downright fabulous about wearing a maxi dress. My guess is all the swooshing potential. After a couple of years spent dressing for comfort and very little else, I'm all for wanting to feel fancy in my clothes again.
So I set out to find the best summer maxi dresses out there for every style and budget. Below, you'll find the fruits of my labour—20 maxi dresses so beautiful you'll be tempted to burn your joggers. Scroll below to see them, and I guarantee you'll fall back in love with dresses again.
SHOP THE BEST SUMMER MAXI DRESSES:
Such a classic polka dot piece.
This would make for a beautiful, throw-on-and-go weekend look.
So sleek, and not to mention, frugal.
Hello, chic holidays.
This will wear just as well with a leather biker and trainers as it will SPF and sandals.
Hello Toteme!
This dress hs been all over fashion Instagram.
I would expect no less than this perfection from COS.
So pretty.
A great wedding guest dress.
The print is so fab.
I love.
Me+Em are responsible for some of the dreamiest summer dress of recent years.
This would be great for a summer evening affair.
In love with this dusty pink colour.
So chic.
Be still be beating heart.
Floral pink dresses are my kryptonite.
Tropical Island awaits.
Everything about this dress is so me.
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