36 Sundresses You’ll Live in This Summer
Summer means time at the beach, picnics under shady trees, and, of course, sundresses. Sundresses are practically the uniform of summer, and not for some antiquated reason, but because they're comfortable and stylish at the same time. You could spend your whole life wearing the same sundress if it's the right dress. But if you're like most of us, you don't actually want to have a single sundress for the season, you'd like a plethora of options that all reflect the fun and flirty summer feelings you're trying to capture. We've hunted through Amazon and scrolled our TikTok FYP to find the best and trendiest summer sundresses for the season, and we think we've come up with a list you're going to be obsessed with!
Thanks for reading about our favorite finds from across the internet! FYI: We participate in affiliate programs and may get a share of the revenue from your purchase.This Simple Smocked Dress Is Always a Good Idea
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Certain dresses are always a good idea for any situation, and this tiered smock dress is one of them. It looks great on everyone, and the ruching across the chest ensures that it can stretch enough to make room for even the bustiest of individuals. It comes in tons of gorgeous summer colors!
See it on AmazonThe Straps on This Tiered Dress Are To Die For
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You're looking for something that's just a little different from the dresses you already have but still delivers the comfort and ease you're looking for in your sundresses. That's where this tiered dress comes in. It's simple and elegant, but the straps across the shoulders are just so fun, exciting, and unexpected!
See it on AmazonThe Cutout In This Dress Is So Fun
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This dress would be a little on the boring side if it weren't for two things: the fun slit straight up the middle of the skirt and the cute keyhole cutout right under the bust. Both features keep the dress feeling young, fun, and more exciting than the other standard sundresses you already own.
See it on AmazonThis Disty Floral Dress Is Great for Summer Picnics
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The "ditsy floral dress" has been trending pretty hard on TikTok lately, especially as the weather heats up and summer approaches. This disty floral sundress captures the essence of the trend, comes in all sorts of great summer colors and patterns, and looks great in practically any summer situation.
See it on AmazonThis Babydoll Dress Is Easy to Wear
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When you're reaching for a sundress, you just want something you can toss on and not think about. You want something that's comfortable and effortless but is still plenty stylish. That's where this babydoll dress comes in. It's a skater shape, but the fabric is lightweight and super moveable, making it an excellent option for the summer.
See it on AmazonThis Wrap Dress Is a Little Sultry
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If you're planning a summer date night, you should consider styling this gorgeous wrap dress. It's the sort of thing that instantly makes you feel put-together and fancy, even if you've picked it specifically because it's low maintenance. There's nothing quite like being fashionable and flirty while also staying comfy.
See it on AmazonThis Ruffle Dress Is Casual and Fun
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The wrap on this ruffle dress is one of our favorite things. It's such a cute, flirty dress that you can wear practically anywhere. It's a little short for business events, but a summer wedding? Or an evening beach date? This dress would fit right in! Plus, it looks just as good with heels as it does with sandals.
See it on AmazonThis Dress Is So Romantic
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Romance is always something you want your clothes to give, and this cottagecore-style dress is about as romantic as you could hope a dress would be. It looks like a sort of modern take on the style of dress Elizabeth Bennet might have worn as she lay beside a river somewhere and read beautiful poetry.
See it on AmazonThis Dress Brings the Sun
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This cutout sundress isn't just great for the sun, it feels like it is the sun with the bright, bold colors it comes in. If you want something that's easy to pull on and doesn't really require any styling, then you're going to want this dress. It's the sort of dress you'll want to reach for anytime you can, even if the event doesn't call for a dress.
See it on AmazonGet All the Cute Ruching With This Dress
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The more ruching, the better. This ruched mini dress looks like an oversized tank top, and it fits like one, too. This dress is a casual number that fits in whether you're going to the beach, running errands, or you're grabbing brunch with friends. Style it with a pair of gladiator sandals for some added texture and interest.
See it on AmazonThis Dress Was Made for the Waves
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If you're planning to spend a lot of time at the beach this season, you've got to have this tiered, ruffled, and smocked babydoll dress. It's a great option for those lazy beach days when you need something that can quickly go over your swimsuit and keeps you looking cute and fun for walking the sand or eating lunch on the boardwalk.
See it on AmazonThis Maxi Dress Maximizes Style
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Do you want a stylish dress that feels like you're wearing pajamas? Then you're going to love this maxi dress. It's a low-key option that immediately makes you look like you put in an effort, even if you just rolled out of bed and tossed it on. Plus, since it's so long, it doesn't really matter what shoes you style it with!
See it on AmazonThis Dress Is a More Structured Ditsy Floral Option
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You love the ditsy floral trend, but you want something that feels a little more structured and put together. That's exactly what this fun dress has to offer! It's lightweight, floral, and fun, but it's just enough structure to make you feel almost like you're wearing a tailored dress that was made to fit you.
See it on AmazonThis Dress Has a Secret
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The secret is that it's not actually a dress! This romper looks like a dress and moves like a dress, but it actually has legs. The reason it had to go on this list is because no one can tell unless they're wearing it, which means you can wear the dress you've been told to wear but keep the comfort you need.
See it on AmazonThis Boho Dress Is Ripped Straight From the Magazines
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This floral, boho dress looks like it came from an editorial shoot for Glamour. It's elegant and lightweight and moves like it was made to be picked up on any gentle summer breeze. We can't get enough of the reviewer-provided pics, and you should take a look at them to see how great the fit is!
See it on AmazonThis Dress Feels Magical
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This boho dress gives a little more coverage than the other boho dresses you're used to seeing. The best thing about that is being able to wear it anywhere you go without worrying about exposed shoulders or uncovered cleavage. Plus, this gorgeous floral dress feels like a magical summer moment.
See it on AmazonThis Tiered Maxi Is Good for Any Season
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Sure, you want sundresses meant for the summer, but this tiered maxi dress can be worn in pretty much any season. You can wear it as-is in the summer when it's sweltering, and if you're a little chilly in the spring or fall, you can pull on a thick cardigan or even wear it over your favorite jeans for some added texture.
See it on AmazonThis Tube Top Dress Is Sweet and Simple
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Simple is sometimes better; this tube top dress proves that. This dress is easy to pull on and doesn't feel like you're wearing much of anything at all. But despite being a tube top, it's still a maxi dress and brushes the floor to give you full coverage of your legs for a bit of a different look from top to bottom.
See it on AmazonThis Bodycon Dress Is a Shorter Version of Your Favorite Style
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You're obsessed with that boldly colored cutout dress you've seen circulating on TikTok (and that we've added to this list!), but you're really more of a short-dress kind of person. Luckily, that trendy dress has been made in a midi size, so you can rock the style you love at the length you love, too.
See it on AmazonThis Satin Sundress Is Unexpected
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You don't really think of satin when you think of sundresses, but that's what makes this dress such a great idea! No one else is going to have a dress like this in their summer arsenal, so you'll be able to stand out in the summer crowd. Plus, the cheeky cutout and tie at the chest add some extra fun.
See it on AmazonThis Mini Dress Is Super Trendy
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You've probably seen dresses like this all over TikTok but with astronomical price tags. Fortunately, this Amazon mini dress is super affordable and still has that particular style and shape you're looking for. The square collar and puffy sleeves just look and feel like a summertime picnic.
See it on AmazonThis Strapless Dress Is a Dream
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The print of this strapless dress is so fun and funky, and we're obsessed with how great it looks with all your favorite summer shoes and accessories. If you want something easy to wear and feels a little casual but still has tons of style, you want to style this strapless dress whenever possible!
See it on AmazonThis Dress Is a Bit More Conservative
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A long, button-down dress like this one might not strike you as a sundress because it doesn't quite fit the template, but it's really just a more conservative sundress. The buttons that go from collar to hem, the flowy fabric, and the cut of the collar all add up to give you a dress that was built for the summer sun.
See it on AmazonAdd a Little Romance to Your Wardrobe with This Puff-Sleeve Dress
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This puff-sleeve dress has a corset-style bodice to help show off your shape, but because it's made from the same soft fabric as all the rest of the dress, you can wear it without feeling uncomfortable or restricted. It's a romantic dream that you'll want to wear any chance you have this season.
See it on AmazonWe Love This Swing Dress
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Summer is a great time for those swingy, swirly dresses that just put a smile on your face, and this button-up babydoll dress is one of those. It's a dress that you'll look forward to wearing and one that you can feel comfortable in no matter the situation, with sandals or sneakers, with accessories or none.
See it on AmazonThis Bodycon Dress Gives the Cold Shoulder
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That's actually what the style is called: "cold shoulder!" With this dress's bodycon style and the fun cutout that allows the breeze in, you can show off your figure and stay comfortable and non-sweaty while doing it. One of the coolest ways to style this dress is with a pair of platform espadrilles and a rattan purse.
See it on AmazonThese Fluttering Sleeves Are Too Good
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The more movement a dress has, the more interesting it looks, and the more interesting a dress looks, the less work you have to do to style it and get ready for the day. Luckily, this swing dress has plenty of movement and, therefore, interest, thanks to the swirly skirt and the fun, fluttery tank top sleeves.
See it on AmazonThis Boho Dress Feels Like Sea Foam
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It looks like sea foam, too! This dress is just so frothy and beautiful and really stands out compared to everything else in your closet. And sure, the front of the dress is stunning, but the back of the dress? That's where it really shines!
See it on AmazonThis Plus-Size Summer Dress Is a Win
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Not all plus-size dresses are created equal, and not all sundresses are made to be plus-sized friendly (though it seems most are!), which is why we were sure to add this gorgeous plus-size swing dress with the cute puff sleeves.
See it on AmazonThis Tank Dress Works for Anyone
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If you're looking for a dress that isn't form-fitting but still feels stylish and fresh, then you're going to want this Amazon Essentials swing tank dress. It doesn't fit too close, swirling around you as you run all your errands, head to the beach, or go out for a summer brunch with your best friends.
See it on AmazonThis Bodycon Dress Feels Relaxed
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Not all bodycon dresses need to be revealing and fancy; they can be more laidback and fun, like this tank top bodycon dress with the fun slit up the side. It's striped and fun and comes in all sorts of great colors, so you can find just what you want to match your summer style. Plus, you can style it well into the fall.
See it on AmazonThis Spaghetti Strap Dress Is Our Favorite
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Reviewers are obsessed with the fit of this dress. It's flattering and true to size, keeping you looking and feeling your best as it clings to your form but still manages to swirl around your legs. And don't worry about finding the color for you because this dress comes in ten different shades for the season.
See it on AmazonReviewers Love This Strapless Bodycon Dress
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If you're on the fence about trying a strapless dress this summer, we recommend getting your hands on this dress. It's just structured enough to keep you comfortably situated while you wear it, and the fit across the chest is tight enough that you don't have to worry about pulling and tugging at it all day.
See it on AmazonEmbrace the Casual with This Dress
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This casual swing dress harkens back to the more casual, baggy styles of the 90s, especially with the fun, floral patterns. It's one of those dresses you can pull on quickly and easily after a day spent splashing in the ocean, or you can wear and style up for those fancier occasions with your favorite heels and accessories.
See it on AmazonGet a Little Extra With This One Shoulder Dress
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You want a fabulous, flirty, fun dress made for the sun, which is why you'll want this tiered, one-shoulder dress. The tiers on this dress all have their own independent movement, and it's just such a fun and swirly thing to put on that you'll wonder if it's possible to wear it every day of summer vacation.
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