Elegance has been the fashion word of the year thus far, with designers across the board leaning into sophisticated design details like A-line skirts, drop waists, and hourglass shapes. Now that we've officially entered the summer season, I've noticed designers have put a particularly romantic spin on their summer dresses. From delicate embroidery to tiered silhouettes to sophisticated draping and classic necklines, this summer's dresses are full of whimsical details.
As I've been browsing my favourite brands and retailers in search of summer dresses to add to my own closet, I've been overwhelmed with too many gorgeous options that I just had to share here. Each one is the perfect mix of sophistication and wearability. After all, it is summer, and I want to look put-together while feeling comfortable in the heat. Whether you're headed on a summer holiday or simply refreshing your wardrobe for the season, I think the options below are well worth considering. Here are the 34 best romantic dresses for summer, in my opinion.
Shop the Best Romantic Summer Dresses:
Meet my dream dress.
Talk about a dress you'll wear everywhere.
This neckline is so elegant.
This silhouette!
If you have a garden summer wedding on the books, this dress is absolute perfection.
I picture this one strolling around Italy with a spritz.
A romantic dress if I ever saw one.
Summer in a dress.
This colour looks so luxe.
Going to a summer wedding?
The delicate embroidery is so pretty.
I can't resist delicate details.
The tie details are a nice touch.
I just love this shape.
This flowing silhouette is a classic trend.
Made for vacations.
The perfect summer garden party mini.
Classy and chic.
A linen moment.
What a colour—Barbie is still alive.
Nobody does prints like Dôen.
Simple and elegant.
Perfection.
Guess who already has this in their basket.
The perfect summer dress does exist.
This just went to the top of my wish-list.
Truly timeless.
I can't resist this floral print.
Hello, summer soirées.
All of COS' summer dresses are so elegant.
How pretty are these lace details?
The sweetest mini.
I dream about this dress often.
Found my new favourite print.
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