23 New Summer Dresses Your Friends Will Be Begging to Borrow
Summer is officially here, ushering in 80 degrees and sweltering temps that call for dining alfresco with an Aperol spritz in hand—and this Instagram-worthy picture just wouldn't be complete without a pretty summer dress in frame. Seeing as we're currently shopping for warm weather–appropriate attire for the season, we culled through the new arrivals sections of some of our favorite retailers to bring you an edit of summer dresses so pretty your friends will be begging to borrow them.
Among the contenders? A swoon-worthy puff-sleeve dress boasting a soft floral print, a tie-top shoulder strap dress in the It pattern of summer, and a dreamy metallic dress that's not your average wedding guest look. Keep scrolling to see all the dresses that made the cut—and prepare to edit your summer wardrobe accordingly. (A word to the wise: Add your favorites to cart before they're gone. We have a feeling these dresses won't be around for long.)
Puff sleeves + soft florals = the dreamiest summer dress.
Fruit patterns are having a moment.
Zebra is poised to be the It print of the summer.
Seriously, how can you beat this $35 price tag?
Leaf prints are the new floral prints.
Just add floss heels.
Style this smock dress with grandma heels.
Up next, the best-selling dress that's back for summer—and even better.
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