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If you’re counting down the days until June, welcome to the club. Before we officially enter the hot summer weather, our wardrobes need an update. Instead of bulky fabrics that you want to rip off during the day, go for a comfortable, breezy sundress that transitions from morning coffee to dinner reservations with ease.
The perfect sundress floats over your body, is breathable and looks easy paired with sandals or a denim jacket. We’ve rounded up 17 colorful sundresses that bring comfort without oozing style. They feature bold florals, artist-like prints and simple solids that will make you want to add them to your cart immediately. Consider this your summer wardrobe staple that makes dressing up fun again.
17 Loose and Colorful Summer Dresses
1. What we like: Rainbow stripes meet a breezy A-line shape in this spaghetti strap maxi. The flowing skirt moves when you move and the sleeveless design keeps you cool when the heat rises.
2. Pretty in Pink: You’ll wear this pink striped maxi to a backyard wedding with woven wedges, then drag it to the beach with flip-flops. It earns its own closet space.
3. Quite the Charmer: Hot weather and thick clothes don’t mix. Pull on this holiday-looking dress, add some earrings and you’ve got the dress code for dinner, drinks or an afternoon at the museum.
4. Weekend Power: A backyard barbecue? This red floral sundress is ready with a light denim jacket on your waist. It delivers effortless weekend energy.
5. Smoking and Ready: If you hate adjusting your outfit all day, this colorful sundress has a smoky bodice that stays put, while a flowing skirt skims past your waist.
6. Boho Babe: With a criss-cross halter neckline, this multi-colored maxi flatters your shoulders. We also love the long flowing skirt that keeps things relaxed. Made for sticky July afternoons.
7. The Backless Trend: Backless, strappy and short, this sunny yellow dress keeps things simple yet fun. It works well on cold days off.
8. Wedding Guest of Honor: Wedding guest dresses can be boring. Thankfully, this bright floral option skips the predictable navy and blush with a print from the photos.
9. The Garden Girl: Half sleeves and a maxi length make this breezy green maxi less noticeable than a regular sundress, but don’t worry. It’s summer.
10. Wrapped up: This slimming number adjusts your shape, thanks to the wrap around the waist. Short sleeves provide just the right amount of coverage.
11. Romance: Puff sleeves and a V-neckline give this multi-colored maxi dress a romantic touch, while a ruffle hem keeps things playful. 42% off, run!
12. More Secure: Backless dresses usually mean going without a bra (and a lot of fixings), but this boho wonder uses real lace that’s always there. The open back is the focal point.
13. Vacation Mode: If you want a dress that looks polished right off the hanger, choose this Caracilia maxi. It has a smoky bodice that makes the piece appear embellished.
14. Additional pockets: Wear this blue maxi dress to an outdoor concert and leave the bag at home. Yes, it has pockets! Sneakers and sandals go very well with it.
15. Basis of July: Beach hot spots need real airflow. This spaghetti strap sundress skips the heavy fabric and sleeves, so you can stand in the direct sun and pose for photos.
16. Scottsdale Style: If spaghetti straps don’t work on your shoulders, this Western-inspired dress is still a bodice, but with short sleeves in a silhouette.
17. The Mediterranean Maven: Picture her sitting on an Amalfi Coast rooftop while wearing this yellow maxi sundress as the wind blows through the skirt. With gold jewelry and espadrilles, you’ll look like you live there.
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