The best sundresses to shop this summer: Abercrombie & Fitch, Rag & Bone, Gap and more
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Summer is here and with it comes the return of the sundress. You may be obsessed with the cotton sundress that doubles as a cover-up and has lived in your closet for the last couple of years—it’s a summer go-to and a comfort outfit that always makes you feel good. We’re here to give you a much-needed upgrade that’s going to turn heads. The sun dress is a summer staple, and we have some amazing options that you’re going to find yourself reaching for again and again.
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1. Abercrombie & Fitch Crinkle Textured Skimming Mini Dress
This short and sweet Crinkle Textured Skimming Mini Dress from Abercrombie and Fitch is the perfect addition to take your daytime look to the next level. The floral print is bold and versatile. It’s easily paired with white sneakers or dressed up with heels and a blazer for after-work drinks.
The crinkle texture fabric and adjustable cami straps make this dress flattering and breezy—perfect for the summer heat. You can shop the style in three prints in women’s sizes XXS to XL.
2. Alice + Olivia Carli Spaghetti Strap Denim Mini Dress
We love the Carli Spaghetti Strap Denim Mini Dress by Alice + Olivia. This denim take on the classic shape gives you a unique look that can be paired with an endless array of shoes, sandals, accessories, and outerwear. The cut is chic, and the spaghetti straps and smocking in the back give you movability that’s hard to find in denim.
You won't regret adding this mini dress to your summer rotation. Shop the Carli in blue and white denim in women’s sizes 0 to 14.
3. Asos Midi Tea Dress with Buttons
The simple Midi Tea Dress with Buttons in black from Asos Design is daywear done right. Everyone has a staple little black dress in their closet—and this is the perfect daytime, warm-weather version for the summer. The waist cinching and buttons offer this dress the fit it needs to elevate the look.
You can pair this with your Nike dunks for some weekend errands, or pair it with sandals and a tote bag when you’re heading to the beach. We’re also loving that Asos offers this sundress in women’s sizes 0 to 26.
4. Free People Moondive Maxi
The mix of bold prints and rich colors in the Moondive Maxi from Free People creates a gorgeous tapestry that will have you turning heads everywhere you go. A billowy silhouette paired with a tie at the waist gives you the option to accentuate your waist or embrace the maximum movement of the dress.
We're confident that this will become a warm-weather staple you’ll find yourself reaching for time and time again. Best of all, the dress comes in four vivid prints in women’s sizes XS to XL.
5. Gap Crochet Mini Dress
It’s no secret that ‘70s trends have been enjoying a newfound resurgence—and crochet, knit, and textured fabrics are hotter than ever. This Crochet Mini Dress from The Gap is the perfect way to embrace the trend while still beating the heat this summer. Shop this summer must-have in women’s XXS to 2X.
6. J.Crew Knit Broken-In Jersey Tiered Mini Dress
The Knit Broken-In Jersey Tiered Mini Dress is a classic sundress that will live in your closet for years to come. This easy-to-style mini dress from J.Crew has a fluttery sleeve and a tiered skirt to make you stand out and look great. It can easily go from day to night and work to play in a one-and-done manner that’s hard to find.
We also love that J.Crew is committed to sourcing sustainable materials and offers this stylish dress in sizes 3XS to 3X in four summer-friendly colors.
From $28 at J.Crew (Save up to $42)
7. Rag & Bone Reed Shirt Dress
The Reed Shirt Dress is breathtaking, and there’s no doubt that everyone will be asking you where it came from. It comes with a higher price tag, but the good news is that Rag & Bone is built to last. They want every piece you purchase to be perfect—and if you find it’s not made properly their customer care team is quick to help make it right.
If you’re looking to invest in a sun dress that will drop jaws, this white shirt dress is the perfect choice. Shop the style in women's sizes XXS to L.
8. Lane Bryant Ruched-Strap Double Elastic-Waist Dress
Every woman loves a dress with pockets–and the Ruched-Strap Double Elastic-Waist Dress from Lane Bryant gives you that delicious little detail and so much more. It features a gorgeous scoop neck, ruched straps, and a lightweight linen that will keep you cool all summer long.
This dress is a versatile vacation staple that you’ll be reaching for over and over again. The Ruched-Strap Double Elastic-Waist Dress is available in women's sizes 12 to 28.
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