I've Been Looking for a Does-It-All Summer Dress—This Pretty Trend Is It
The white broderie-anglaise dress trend is set to be big news this summer. Scroll down to discover our edit of the best styles to shop now.
With summer finally here, I've been taking stock of my wardrobe to pin down the items that are worthy of a place in the summer edit. Favouring pretty dresses, voluminous skirts and light cotton shorts, this summer already is setting up to be one of my most stylish. Whilst my dress collection is looking pretty happy, I've noticed one glaring gap that I'm eager to fill before the seasonal switch. For its delicate, feminine, and resoundingly pretty energy, this season I'm incorporating a white broderie anglaise dress into my rotation.
Set on a white cotton dress, the broderie anglaise design features decorative embroidery and eyelets that subtly reveal the skin underneath. Whilst you can shop some styles that feature the embellishment throughout, other designs use the technique more sparingly, having it appear at only the collar, shoulder or wrist. Dating as far back as the 16th century, this needlework technique offers a timeless design that you'll find yourself drawn back to for summers to come.
Having spotted the trend at so many of my favourite retailers this summer, there's no better time for me to take the plunge. Whilst I'm looking for a billowy style that I can wear with boots or sandals, the new seasons offerings also include formfitting styles, playful minis and classic mid-length dresses.
Ideal for a summer full of late-night get-togethers and alfresco afternoons, this light summer dress will keep you cool and collected throughout the height of season.
To get in there before they all sell out, read on to discover our edit of the best white broderie anglaise dressed to shop right now.
The Best High-Street Broderie Anglaise Dresses:
Wear with colourful trainers and a red knit before we move into the height of summer.
Style with Mary-Janes or wear with knee high boots.
This went straight into my basket.
Perfect for in or out of the office.
A great high-street option.
I'll be styling this to the beach on repeat this summer.
An easy throw-on dress for those days you don't know what to wear.
Just look at the sleeves!
Style with a raffia bag and a large brimmed hat.
The Best High-End Broderie Anglaise Dresses:
This billowy dress will keep you comfortable and cool all day long.
This pretty mini dress is perfect for summer parties.
This dress is breathable and so easy to style.
Just add a basket bag and flip-flops.
Simple, chic and so easy to style.
The perfect day-in-the-city dress.
Rixo always gets it right.
Easy, breezy.
This falls to the mid-thigh and styles well with heels, sandals and trainers alike.
