Fashion

A Linen Dress Is The Only One You’ll Need This Summer

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Breathable, lightweight fabrics are key to surviving the dog days of summer, and the best linen dresses provide the perfect wardrobe relief. Whether you’re planning to dine alfresco this summer, travel to tropical beach locales, or simply on the hunt for stylish options to wear to work—summery linen dresses are essential.

Agua by Agua Bendita offers a sweet, floral embroidered tiered maxi, while POSSE makes an A-line mini version—both are equally ideal for an upcoming getaway. If you’re staying put and searching for comfortable options to wear to the office during hot and humid summer days, linen shirt dresses are a must. They still provide a tailored silhouette but in a soft, airy fabric. We love this minimalist version from Max Mara or this classic navy style by COS. For dressier occasions on your summer calendar, Asceno’s voluminous, halter neck dress or Johanna Ortiz’s vibrant, tie-front midi fits the bill nicely; sport either of them to upcoming weddings, cocktail parties, and beyond.

Ahead, shop 27 best linen dresses to complete your summer wardrobe.

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    Cos belted linen shirt dress

    Easy does it. This short-sleeved shirt dress works for the office when paired with ballet flats and a chunky hoop or at the beach over your favorite one-piece swimsuit. 

    $135 at COS
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    Zimmermann Devi cutout midi dress

    Lean into the feminine vibes of this scalloped number for that next summer soirée. Side cut-outs and a lace-up back ensure that this option doesn’t feel too sweet.

    $795 at NET-A-PORTER
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    Aje Amelia pleated mini dress

    The perfect shade of blush pink gives this puffed-sleeve silhouette a girly twist. Style with a straw bag and simple slide sandal for day, or a rattan clutch and neutral heels for evening.

    $495 at NET-A-PORTER
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    & Other Stories belted midi dress

    A black dress is always a good idea. Take this belted option from day to night with  detachable spaghetti straps that can be removed for a clean, strapless look.

    $139 at & OTHER STORIES
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    Mango linen dress

    Stone details and an earthy, brown colorway give an earthy feel to this structured slip dress, perfect for a hot summer night out.

    $90 at MANGO
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    Bondi Born Carmel linen mini dress

    Whether worn to work or an al fresco dinner, this mini-shirt dress exudes ease.

    $495 at MODA OPERANDI
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    Reformation Seaside linen dress

    Simplicity reigns supreme when it comes to any summer dress, and Reformation’s lightweight linen midi hits the nail on the head. A sweetheart neckline and subtle leg slit add a bit of sexiness.

    $248 at NORDSTROM
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    Staud Alejandra belted linen maxi dress

    This short-sleeved linen dress features a divine, floor-sweeping maxi hem that screams summer glamour. Wear with or without the optional leather belt, depending on your mood.

    $450 at NET-A-PORTER
    $450 at MATCHES
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