These Are Hands Down the Best Dresses of the Summer

Romantic is the best way to describe these silhouettes — oh, and statement-making, all without trying too hard. What's not to love?

H&M Puff-Sleeved Cotton Dress ($20)

Mango Floral Print Dress ($60)

Mara Hoffman Violet Dress ($277, originally $395)

Zara Printed and Embroidered Dress ($90)

What's easier than a dress this light and beat-the-heat friendly? We also love the way slip dresses look layered with a tee or a cardigan, so you can rest assured this piece will serve you long past summer.

OPT Polka Dot Slip Dress ($118)

Realisation Par The Alba Dress ($240)

H&M Satin Slip-Style Dress ($25)

With crochet and lace detailing, delicate floral prints, and vintage silhouettes from the '40s, these dresses will be the special pieces you'll keep coming back to in your closet.

Rouje Minette Dress ($200)

LoveShackFancy Clemence Dress ($595)

Doen Mandarin Dress ($228)

Mango Pleated Long Dress ($80, originally $120)

Like a second skin, these dresses are made to flaunt your curves and come in a million cuts and colors. They're endlessly versatile for everyday.

Mango Openwork Cotton Dress ($130)

Vince Rib Cami Dress ($195)

Altuzarra Shinobu Ribbed-Knit Tiered Pima-Cotton Midi Dress ($895)

Solid & Striped Knit Tank Dress ($139, originally $198)

Bring the drama with an open-back dress, even if your plans just revolve around cooking dinner at home and taking a stroll in the neighborhood.

H&M Back-Laced Dress ($30)

Staud Apfel Dress ($221, originally $315)

Zara Openwork Embroidered Dress ($70)

Saffron The Morocco Asymmetric Crinkled Ramie Midi Dress ($295)

Smocked detailing is a summer staple, and this season, the options are endless. While these dresses are easy to dress up or down, they're also the ideal dress for just lounging around the house.

Madewell Sanibel Embriodered Dress ($70)

La Ligne Vera Dress ($395)

Ganni Seersucker Check Sleeveless Dress ($285)

Tory Burch Printed Smocked Midi Dress ($478)