Whether you're going for super-chic or a relaxed and comfortable fit, it wouldn't be the summer we know, without plucking your favourite dress from the summer wardrobe.
After months of less than stylish lockdown attire, we think we can speak for the masses when we say, we're quite looking forward to getting dressed up - even if there is still minimal places to go.
You might not get to wear your new dress on the tropical island you were hoping to this year, however, you can still enjoy the sun at home and you can do so in style.
High street chains like H&M and Marks and Spencer have a huge range of affordable summer style available, if you're looking for designer buys, check out online stores such as Amazon and ASOS.
Find our full list of summery style dresses in our roundup below.
Best summer dresses for women to buy
1. H&M Wide Dress
A light and airy feel, complete with some of fashions biggest summer must-haves for SS20, what more could you need?
This short dress has a frilled collar, with a low back and ties for fastening. We love the balloon sleeves and gathered seams, which add a bit of dimension. It's also available in three different colours.
Price: £19.99, H&M - buy here now
2. Zara Lace-Up Shirt Dress
For a little bit of understated style, this lace-up shirt dress from Zara is perfect, it's also currently less than half price down from £89.99 which is just one more reason to love it.
It has a round neck dress with long sleeves and buttoned cuffs, simple but regal style. It also has a matching pleated fabric detail on the front, along with a tie fastening.
Price: £29.99, Zara - buy here now
3. Cotton Traders Patchwork Dress
If you prefer a bolder style, this patchwork and mix-matched paisley print dress, with handkerchief hem is the perfect summer statement.
The dress has long sleeves as well as belt loops ideal for cinching in the waist with a matching tie belt.
Price: £27, Cotton Traders - buy here now
4. Calvin Klein Women's Maxi Oversize Shirt Dress
Keep cool with this cotton, oversized dress from Calvin Klein.
Made form 100% cooling cotton, with a flattering fit and stylish flounced hem, the dress is suitable for casual and more dressy summer occasions.
It's sleeveless and comes with a waist belt to flatter your figure to your exact liking.
Price: From: £48.25, Amazon - buy here now
5. ASOS DESIGN Petite Twist Front Cami Midi Dress with Pleat Skirt
For stylish summer soirées, this midi dress with pleated skirt is floaty, light and airy, as well as being the perfect summery tone.
The front of the dress has a twisted design, showing a little skin but not too much, the pleated skirt really sets this design apart from the rest. All you'll need to do is find the perfect accessories and shoes to pair with it.
Price: £35, ASOS - buy here now
6. COS Sleeveless Scuba Dress
Never mind understated, go full colourful glam with this online exclusive dress from COS.
The amazing pop of colour is complimented by the textured fabric, formed from a scuba fabric that is great for summer, but also not too bad as it starts to cool down too.
Price: £79, COS - buy here now
7. & Other Stories Ruffled Cotton Dobby Midi Dress
White and textured sleeves were high up on the list of must-haves from designers this season. This dress from &Other Stories embodies both, as well as all the other features you'd want from a summer dress.
The sleeveless design boasts ruffled shoulders, a flared skirt and side waist tie all to flatter the final look.
One thing we're sure every woman will also appreciate - it has pockets (on both sides) yes, actual pockets.
Price: £85, Stories - buy here now
8. M&S Collection Linen Belted Midi Shirt Dress
Featuring Cool Comfort technology, this linen number from M&S will allow you to stay nice and refreshed all day, even on the really warm days.
With it's smart pointed collar and belted waist to cinch you in as needed the linen blend dress oozes style, but could also be worn for quick trips out and about. It's also an easy-iron fabric so you wont have to spend too much time getting ready.
Price: £31.60, Marks and Spencer - buy here now
9. Tommy Hilfiger Women's Essential Shirt Dress
The Essential Dress range from Tommy Hilfiger come in two main colours, blue or pink pinstriped designs. The light and flowing cotton fabric is perfect for staying cool this summer.
Pair with sandals an a natural woven bag for complete beach style.
Price: From: £62, Amazon - buy here now
10. Missguided Yellow Leaf Print Mesh Balloon Sleeve Plunge Mini Dress
If you're ready to emerge from lockdown this summer, with a bang - we'd say this is the dress to do it in.
The mini dress has amazing bold mesh, balloon sleeves teamed with yellow leaf designs embellishes across the dress. The lightweight organza material is a match made in heaven for warm summer days.
Price: £28, Missguided - buy here now
11. Boden Maggie Midi Dress - Yellow Ochre Stripe
A simple design that can be worn in a multitude of ways, whether it's for dressy or casual occasions.
The longline dress is fitted at the waist, making it nice and flattering while the lightweight linen blend keeps you feeling cool, even when it's not so cool outside. Team with trainers for day time style or crack out the heels for summer evening attire.
Price: £44, Boden - buy here now
12. Oliver Bonas Mosaic Print White Pleated Midi Dress
This bold print dress from Oliver Bonas has a design quite different to those featured on the list. The halterneck, geometric mosaic design is perfect for those who like bolder prints or experimenting with colour.
It features a keyhole and button fastening and even has a waist tie for a flattering silhouette.
Price: £69.50, Oliver Bonas - buy here now
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