The Specific Summer Dress Trend I'm Suddenly Noticing Everywhere

Meghan Markle's wedding reception dress may have reignited a halter-dress craze back in 2018, but the 2022 version of the trend includes a very specific detail: extra-thin halter straps. It's not a coincidence if this trend makes you think of that terry-cloth string halter dress from Limited Too you wore in middle school because Y2K trends are absolutely back in full swing these days. 

There are several different ways brands are interpreting the string-halter trend, ranging from shoestring halters to barely-there floss straps. Naturally, the trend also has plenty of celebrity and influencer fans, including Rihanna, Katie Holmes, Camille Charriere, Caroline Daur, and more. Scroll down to shop my favorite string halter dresses. 

Shop the Best String Halter Dresses

These floss straps are so on-trend. 

Sleek and simple—just the way I like it. 

This ruched dress looks extremely comfortable. 

Hurry, this $25 dress is selling quickly. 

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Getty Images; Pictured: Christopher Esber Multi-Panel Disconnect Halter Dress ($990)

Christopher Esber has tons of celebrity fans, including Katie Holmes. 

Another beautiful option if you're ready for a luxury investment. 

This one's bound to sell out at Zara. 

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Can you believe this $13 price tag? 

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@hoskelsa; Pictured: Christopher Esber dress

Christopher Esber has truly perfected the string-halter trend. 

This beautiful dress also comes in black but is selling out quickly. 

How fun is this shade of green for summer? 

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I have a feeling this will sell quickly at Nordstrom. 

Crochet is a huge trend this summer and, well, every summer. 

rihanna wearing a string halter mini dress

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Backgrid; Pictured: Gucci dress

This is a super-wearable version of the trend du jour. 

Why not experiment with bold colors? 

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@aysha.sow

This Reformation dress will definitely score you some compliments. 

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@himichelleli

This is such a fun and inventive take on the trend. 

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@aemiliafay

I simply had to include this stunner by Carolina Herrera. 

H&M's prices can't be beat. 

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