Perfect summer dress
We introduce you to our favourites
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A dress for different occasions is not possible? We have found the perfect summer dress that will make you shine in the office as well as at the beach bar.
An airy summer dress is actually always a good choice when the temperatures are high. The thin fabric does not stick to the skin and you only need one piece of clothing and your outfit is complete. In addition, your summer dress with different accessories will be suitable for different occasions in no time at all.
Are you now also wondering how to find the perfect all-rounder dress? We’ll show you what’s important when making your selection and also introduce you to our absolute favourites.
How to find the perfect summer dress
Make sure that your dress is changeable. A simple, midi-length fabric is suitable for many styles. In combination with an elegant blazer, the look is suitable for the office, with a casual basket bag and flip-flops, the look makes for a relaxed everyday or beach outfit. It comes down to these details:
- Material: If you want to enjoy your summer dress for a long time, it makes sense to buy one good quality and one high quality fabric to put. Pay attention to an airy, but still opaque material. Because your underwear doesn’t shine through and your dress doesn’t restrict you even in warm temperatures.
- Colour: One plain color is particularly suitable for your all-rounder summer dress, because it remains changeable and you can let off steam with the accessories. But also one subtle print or a floral pattern look great in combination with simple parts or in a pattern mix. It all depends on what you prefer here.
- Fit: When cutting – airy, but not too revealing. Dresses with a fitted bodice, accentuated waist and flared skirt are comfortable while still giving shape. You can easily combine them with jackets and blazers – without the style looking baggy. Rule of thumb: If your dress is rather short, avoid spaghetti straps; a longer dress, on the other hand, can show more skin at the top.
The perfect summer dress: Here is our favourite
That Summer dress by Cos is the editor’s favourite. Why? The cut of the dress simply brings out the best in every figure type. The figure-hugging top emphasizes the waist and the wide skirt flatters the hips. The dress is available in black and white and is a real styling all-rounder: Depending on the accessories you choose, you can combine the summer dress either edgy with sneakers and an oversized jacket or chic with cute sandals and a bag.
The perfect summer dress: We also like these models
1. Hallhuber flounce dress
Here comes the ultimate figure-flatterer: the knee-length Summer dress by Hallhuber impresses with subtle tiered flounces and slightly transparent sleeves. The model is made of light seersucker and lined with viscose voile, i.e. airy and eye-catching.
2. Smocked dress from H&M
This very classic Summer dress from H&M is available in many different colors and patterns – there is certainly something for every taste. And what’s more, the dress is a real snapper. We were particularly impressed by the version in the trend color orange.
3. Airy cotton dress by Rich&Royal
That Summer dress by Rich and Royal has the potential to become a favorite because it is so comfortable! And what’s more, it looks great – even without a lot of frills. The blue and white stripes really scream for summer and the airy midi dress can be used in a variety of ways, from the office to the garden party.
4. Casual jersey dress by C&A
Do you like muted colors and would you rather stand out with a great cut than wild patterns? Then this is it Summer dress by C&A maybe your favorite. The thin jersey fabric feels great against the skin and the wrap detail flatters the figure. This dress just makes you feel good. Plus point: the dress is available in large sizes.