Yahoo News Best white dresses for summer 2020
Summer dressing is notoriously difficult to nail. Your failsafe ensemble of a cosy jumper, jeans and boots needs to be swapped out for something far more warm weather appropriate. But finding that balance between work appropriate, withstanding the sauna commute and with party ready appeal is no mean feat.
Enter the white dress. While LBDs have long been considered a staple item with the ease to adapt to any occasion, their white counterparts should not be underestimated.
The ultimate solve to summer wardrobe woes, the perennially chic colour should not be reserved solely for nuptials. White dresses are a full mood with an effortless elegance to be donned at any occasions - except of course your best friend’s wedding. Heading to the sofa, the supermarket or even abroad (a girl can dream) - you can pair with sandals, a straw hat and basket bag to take you seamlessly from the streets to the beach.
With endless variations from prairie, to crochet, white dresses are simply timeless. Just steer clear of red wine and you are ready for whatever your spontaneous summer plans will throw at you.
The sartorial asset your wardrobe has been missing, shop the best white dresses below.
Zara Embroidered Midi Dress
Last year Zara’s viral polka dot dress took the world by storm and we can see this embroidered number doing the same. Work or play, you can fashion this chic piece for any occasion. It has a midi length, puff sleeves and floral detailing.
Kimi Silk Blend Dress
This prairie dress from AllSaints revamps the covetable style to create a romantic frock. Crafted from a semi-sheer silk-blend fabrication, it is sumptuously soft and has a universally flattering ruched detail at both the sleeves and bodice.
ASOS DESIGN broderie tiered maxi dress
Elevate your summer wardrobe with this timeless dress from ASOS. With a crochet broderie anglaise design, it will never go out of style and is a true staple piece. If you love the front, you will definitely love the strappy criss-cross open back.
Topshop White Poplin Smock Mini Dress
With a throw-on-and-go quality, you can just pop on this Topshop piece for instant elegance. It has an effortless design but remains flattering with tiered construction and on trend with the subtle billowing sleeves.
Rat & Boa Off-the-shoulder metallic fil coupé mini dress
This fun and feminine mini dress is ideal for any celebratory summer events. It features a gold polka dot pattern, puffed sleeves and a ruched design. Dress up with strappy heels or down with sandals and a basket bag.
Arket Wide Poplin Dress
Dressing for work in summer is nothing short of a minefield but this poplin dress from Arket will have you boardroom ready in no time. It has a formal but fashionable soft V-neck with puff sleeves and a mother of pearl button embellishment.
& Other Stories Satin Side Tie Midi Dress
Stuck for something to wear to a more formal summer bash? This sophisticated dress from & Other Stories will be a godsend. It has a flattering side tie knot and sleeveless construction. Add a pop of colour with accompanying accessories.
Zara Denim Dress
Bringing an edgier feel to the traditional white summer dress, this option from Zara is crafted from denim. It has a collar and front button panelling but our favourite design detail comes in the form of the slightly cinched waist.
J.Crew Ruffle-front maxi dress with braided belt
Whether you have a boho beach wedding or looking for a floaty and breathable piece to brave the sauna-like commute, this frock from J.Crew has got you covered. It has a ruffle embellishment and self-tie belt addition and comes in three additional and bolder hues as well as the versatile white.
Cos Embroidered Dress with Gathered Panels
Tap into Cos’ minimalistic but effortlessly chic aesthetic with this stylish shirt dress. With the subtle design point of an eyelet detailing and a pointed collar, you can wear it just about anywhere this summer, from work to the weekend.
New Look Sunshine Soul White Broderie Mini Dress
With the uncertain British weather, it’s always helpful to have a long-sleeved white dress in your arsenal. This frock from New Look may have a high-neck and long-sleeves but will keep you feeling breezy this summer with the stunning broderie anglaise style design detailing.
H&M V-neck cotton dress
Taking a paired down approach, this is a versatile dress that offers real bang for your buck. This is just one of those pieces that you will keep wearing year after year, creating completely different looks depending on what shoes and accessories that you pair with it. It is also available in both pink and pastel yellow.
Mango Laser-cut details dress
As you swap out your winter wardrobe for more appropriate warm weather attire, you will notice the necessity of a wrap dress like this Mango dress. The stunning laser-cut detailing makes a subtle statement embellished further with a ruffle trim.
Kiss The Sky Broderie Mini Dress
Be prepared for cocktail hour and summer evenings spent in beer gardens with this mini dress available at Urban Outfitters. It has an embroidered detail and ruched design to ensure it is universally flattering, while the puff sleeves solidifies its status as a trend piece.
ASOS Fashion Union mini smock dress
Filling your wardrobe with clean, classic and elegant pieces like this smock dress from Fashion Union will rid you of that daily summer morning dilemma of what to wear. Keep changing up the look based on different accessories.
Verdict:
While all the dresses on this list deserve their place in your wardrobe for different reasons - from the seamlessly adaptable work to play number to the cocktail reception-ready piece - it’s Zara’s floral embroidered frock that has earned our top pick due to its versatility and universally flattering construction.
