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Surely, nothing is more unstoppable in the summer than your best linen dresses.
Think about it: they’re just as breathable as your finest pair of linen pants, look great with your favorite denim jacket and nude heels and, when dressed up, can be the lovechild of the tried-and-true cocktail dress and midi dress.
Let’s re-hash the obvious, too. When it’s sweltering and sticky outside, you don’t want to toss anything on but something that (1) feels like a second skin and (2) is flowy to the max.
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Not to mention, whether you’re looking for a toss-on outfit to double as your work dress for your 9-to-5 or a cut-out dress for boozy evenings, one of our favorite linen dresses is sure to be your go-to. We recommend Amazon highly for linen dresses, too.
Ahead, find the best linen dresses we rounded up to style with your most comfortable heels (or sandals!). From fun floral prints to ones that almost resemble T-shirt dresses, you won’t even think about the slight wrinkling that’s characteristic of this material (pro tip: buy a steamer).
The Drop is one of our favorite Amazon private brands and, naturally, we love its Nala Twist-Front Linen Mini Dress. Available in this mango color along with black, dark purple and hot pink, we’re predicting it’ll be the dress of the summer.
With a regular fit, it’s neither too loose or too clingy. Above all else, we love the subtly puffed sleeves and drapey linen fabric that’ll look fabulous with The Drop’s Listilla Espadrille Wedge Sandal ($41).
It’s a modest length, is cinched at the bust (so it’ll be *especially* flattering when you opt for a push-up bra) and is available in petite and plus sizes alike, from XXS to 5X.
Leave it to Reformation to make the most top-quality, sought-after and feminine-fledging dresses. Its Balia Linen Dress is no exception, from its corset-style top to the unbeatable floral pattern. It’s giving stylish tea party, and we’re totally here for it.
Uniquely, that corset-style design makes this style stand out from the rest. Intended to be fitted at the bodice with a flared skirt, it’s the feel-good style you’ll want to saunter all summer. What’s more, it’s available in black, white and blue-and-white pinstripe.
The dress features back smocking, adjustable straps a scoop neckline and — drumroll please — pockets. It’s everything, and wonderfully worth the splurge.
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Banana Republic has some of the greatest linen dresses, namely ones that can transition from work to play. Its Lina Linen Mini Dress is the ideal balance of fitted and relaxed, the in-between wear that you’ll want to slip on just about every day. The V-neckline is traditional and gives it more style, while its humidity-wicking fabric is one you’ll want to take full advantage of.
With an empire waist and a subtle A-line skirt, the style is so well-loved that it also comes in a warm clay brown color to honor more of a neutral look. It also features side seam pockets because let’s face it — who doesn’t love a dress with pockets? Nobody.
Budget-friendly and the quintessential midi dress is the Old Navy Fit & Flare Linen-Blend Midi Dress. Everything from its modest upper to its flow at the bottom makes it one we have our eyes on. Oh, and the thicker spaghetti straps and ability to be layered with a denim jacket? Unmatched.
Available from XS to 4X, it suits a variety of frames and body types. It’s perfect for an alfresco dinner at the beach and for a hot summertime commute to the office alike. Enough said, it’s time to buy.
One of our favorite linen dresses that may or may not be in our closets is the Petal & Pup Odette Midi Dress. If. you love neutrals like we do, this flattering summertime dress with the sweetest bow-tie detailing is yours for the taking.
Comprised of 80% linen, this style has horizontal, vertical and diagonal striping that make it a bit more detailed than the typical dress. It’s incredibly high quality and looks great with just about any shoes or heels you pair it with.
Ladies and gentlemen, Abercrombie is making a comeback. Or should we say, has been making a comeback. A top-rated style that we anticipate will be sold out right before summer begins is the Linen-Blend Button-Through Maxi Dress.
Its fitted waist and tank top-style upper makes it flattering at your neck and décolleté area, while its tiered skirt and petite button detailing is supremely luxurious, an ode to traditional, decades-lasting American style.
The dress is available from XXS to XL; it’s especially fitting (ha!) for petite women though doesn’t boast size inclusivity with larger sizes. However, Abercrombie is known for offering petite, regular and tall sizes to keep length in mind. This style is also available in a lovely black floral print.
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Shopping for a plus size dress may be a difficult feat, but it doesn’t have to be. All you have to do is invest in the Eileen Fisher Washed Organic Linen Délavé Shirtdress, the option that hits right at the knee, is offered in a refreshing hue and doesn’t leave you too loos-y goos-y.
This style has a preppy collar, loose button detailing and comes a bit more fitted near the hips so you’re not a walking cardboard box like you fear you may be. It’s available from XXS to 3X and is set to be one of your most comfortable styles yet.
Hands down, LOFT has some of the best petite styles. Indicative of this is its Daffodil Linen Blend Smocked Flutter Midi Dress that screams “workwear.” However, it’s just as good for a warm-weather date night or weekend party.
Available from XXS to XXL, it has an irresistibly soft feel like most of the brand’s fabrics, topped with an elasticized waist to keep you comfortable all day. The flutter sleeves and back button keyhole add another layer of femininity to the already girly floral pattern.
Nobody rocks a linen shirt dress quite like Quince. Its signature 100% European Linen Shirt Dress is difficult to top and at a reasonable price point that’ll have you feeling easy breezy all day long.
It’s available in sand, blue pinstripe and black, offered from XS to XL. It should, without a shadow of a doubt, be a staple in everyone’s wardrobe. Paired with your favorite belt, you’ll love the ability to make it more structured or loose. Oh, and we can’t forget about the two pockets at the waist. #Score.
In the mood for a splurge? The pattern of the ZIMMERMANN Lexi Belted Floral-Print Midi Wrap Dress alone is enough to have us frolicking to our online shopping carts and readying our credit cards for a $650 purchase. Yet, there’s no better feeling than a *good* dress (like, really good), and this one fits the bill.
Cut from in-house signature florals with a light and airy linen material, it’s the ultimate going-out dress for summer. With your best wedges and fine jewelry, you’re golden.
Shift dresses are still around for a reason: they’re effortless, chic and come in a variety of lengths, each with unique details. The Ann Taylor Linen Blend Belted Split Neck Shift Dress is our top pick, the ultimate LBD (that’s little black dress for short) that’ll serve you well for work or weekends alike.
Ann Taylor is one of our favorite clothing brands because of its top-of-the-line quality. We love the flare, subtle V-neck detailing and relaxed sleeves. It’ll have you feeling good 24/7 and is available from XXS to XXL. In short, it’s perfect for every season, thanks to its style and all-black color.
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