In the sweltering summer months, a summer dress and sandals are one of the most effortless outfits you can reach for. It's a combo that always looks chic with zero effort required. Lately, the warm-weather outfit combination has been taking up a lot of real estate in my saved Instagram folder and my shopping cart, so I wanted to highlight 19 summer dresses that won't break the bank, along with the perfect pairs of sandals to pair with them.
From slip dresses and strappy sandals to linen dresses and slides, keep scrolling for the trend-forward frocks and footwear that will keep you looking stylish this summer. And the best part is they're all under $100.
Pink Minidress + Simple Tan Sandals
Lean into the Barbiecore trend with this pink mini.
Versatile tan sandals pair perfectly with a dress in practically every color.
Black Strapless Dress + Sleek Strappy Sandals
Strapless silhouettes are trending.
These are insanely good for the price.
Floral Print Midi Dress + Strappy Sandals
The prettiest print.
Opt for sandals with similar tones to the color of your dress.
Open-Knit Maxi Dress + Chunky Flats
Go from the beach to the bar in style.
A chunky sole works great with maxi silhouettes.
Long Ruffle Dress + Silver Mules
Dresses with cascading ruffles are trending right now.
Silver sandals work with practically every color.
Effortless Midi Dress + Espadrille Wedges
I love the easy and effortless silhouette of this linen dress.
The perfect match to a loose linen frock.
Floral Slip Dress + Strappy Sandals
A pretty find you can easily dress up or down.
Sleek white strappy sandals for the win.
Crochet Dress + Raffia Sandals
Warm summer days calls for a cool crochet dress.
Natural textures mesh perfectly with the dress above.
Denim Tube Dress + Toe Ring Sandals
Sleek denim dresses are having a major moment this season.
Brown leather toe-ring sandals are ideal for pairing with denim.
Sheer Lace Dress + Chic Wedges
Get in on the sheer trend with this stunner.
Y2K wedges are back and better than ever.
Black Linen Minidress + Chunky Flat Sandals
An easy linen minidress to pair with chunky flat sandals.
Thong flatforms continue their dominance this summer.
Smocked Floral Dress + Colorful Wedges
This floral frock oozes French-girl vibes.
Make a statement in a pop of bold color.
Silky Slip Dress + Kitten Heels
Silky slips are a must-have this season.
How versatile are these minimalist kitten heels?
Striped Dress + Birkenstocks
Coastal-grandma chic.
Birks are always a good idea.
Sleek Maxi Dress + Silver Sandals
Simple yet striking.
A summery option to lean into the silver sandal trend.
Plissé Strapless Dress + Thong Kitten Heels
This plissé number looks way more expensive than its price tag.
Thong kitten-heel sandals are timeless and classic.
Open-Knit Dress + Block Heels
An open-knit dress that will induce all the compliments.
Casual heels at their finest.
White Maxi Dress + Chunky Fisherman Sandals
And easy breezy LWD.
Chunky fisherman sandals will add edge to a billowy dress.
Open-Back Midi Dress + Slides
If you love the front, just take a look at the back.
Scoop these up while they're on sale. They look so luxe.
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