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Summer is the time for dressing up in comfortable clothes. Thick layers are out and light cotton, satin or chiffon clothes that are soft and comfortable for the wearer are the in-thing. Plain bright colours such as blue, green and yellow are popular. Soft floral or large abstract prints are also in demand as they add a touch of fun and warmth in the hot summer months. Below are various types of dresses suitable for summer wear:
Sundress
The classic sundress is traditionally crafted from lightweight fabrics like cotton. Usually found in light, airy colours, sundresses can be short-sleeved or sleeveless, with flair skirts. When sundress shopping, make sure to check for any transparency in the material. Wear sundresses for a family picnic, or for shopping on hot weekends.
Summer dress in abstract prints
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Bright summer dress in floral prints
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Empire Waist Dress
The empire-waist dress is classified under formal wear. It can be found in any length and material such as silk, taffeta, and satin. It is always high-waisted, just under the bust. An empire-waist dress is appropriate for weddings and more formal summer events.
Elegant strapless empire dress in peach
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Halter neck empire dress in emerald
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A-Line Dress
A-line dresses usually have more structure than many summer dresses. Such dresses have closely-fitting bodices with full A-line skirts. The good thing about A-line dresses is that they flatter most body types because of their structure and can be worn for casual or formal occasions based on the fabric used. For a summer wedding, company picnic, or evening party, look for A-line dresses in silk, satin, taffeta, or chiffon.
A-line dress in abstract prints
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Drop Waist Dress
Often made of in t-shirt materials, the drop-waist is usually a casual summer dress. This dress style’s waist is “dropped” to the hips and may be gathered with a drawstring or an elastic waistband. This style is appropriate for casual wear as a swimsuit cover-up, for a stroll on the beach or for running errands.
Drop waist dress in orange
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Drop waist dress in tweed
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Maxi Dress
The maxi dress style comprises a long skirt, usually reaching to the ankles or the floor, with an empire waist or no waist at all. Maxi dresses can be found in a variety of fabrics, but their unstructured shape makes them appropriate for more casual summer activities. Maxi dresses is considered a benefit for those who wish to cover tummy bulges due to their loose style. Maxi dresses can be worn on the beach, sight-seeing, or for a coffee meet up. Wear with flip-flops for an ultra casual look or dress it up with flat gladiator sandals for a more stylish look.
Maxi dress in abstract prints
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Maxi dress in abstract prints
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Shift Dress
Shift dresses are highly structured and can be worn as a transition piece between seasons. For a summer professional outfit, look for dresses in khaki or light-coloured tweed for spring-to-summer or summer-to-fall fashion. Worn with the right accessory, shift dresses in the right material will suit the workplace in the summertime.
Short shift dress in chilli red
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The warm summer months are suitable for summer dress wear. Consider material and style when shopping for the right summer dress. Such dresses can be dressed up or down depending on accessories used such as handbag, belt, fashion jewellery, a cape, bolero, shawl and foot ware.