Summer and dresses go together like sunsets and Aperol spritzes. I can’t explain it, but they just make sense. A great thing about them is that they take the guesswork out of coming up with an outfit. When you have busy summer travel plans or just want to spend as much time outside as possible before another winter arrives, you don’t want to waste precious minutes deciding what top and bottom combination is best. Dresses are a one-and-done situation. The rest is just up to your shoes, bag, and jewelry.
I’ve been doing my fair share of seasonal shopping to get my current wardrobe—specifically, my dress collection—into top shape for summer, and Zara, H&M, and Reformation have some seriously pretty numbers that I refuse to keep to myself. Below are 30 of the best dresses from these three retailers, with a mix of silhouettes, styles, prints, textures, and price points for you to choose between. From everyday shifts to those always-needed summer wedding guest dresses, I think you’ll find a cute new summer dress (or two!) below.
Zara
Zara
Bow Garbadine Midi Dress
White dresses are basically made to wear during summer. I don’t make the rules.
Zara
Gingham Halter Dress
This gingham print is it.
Zara
Animal Print Midi Dress
It’s official: Leopard print is back.
The neckline on this is definitely eye catching.
Mix it up with solid hues, sequins, and prints.
Zara
Sleeveless Minidress ZW Collection
Always a fan of a classic white mini.
Use it as a cover-up or just a regular dress if you’re more daring.
Zara
Knit Halter Neck Midi Dress
Didn’t you hear? Halters are the neckline of 2024.
Zara
Crochet Knit Polo Dress
Obsessed with this crochet polo dress that’s the perfect mix of sporty and beachy.
Zara
Polka Dot Halter Dress ZW Collection
The prettiest dress there ever was.
H&M
The print on this is made for summer.
The ruched top and breezy skirt give this pink number some cool contrast.
The lace trim gives this sheer number some added detail.
Nail the beach-to-bar look with this stylish crochet dress.
H&M
Dress With Flared Skirt
H&M
Cut-Out Dress With Flared Skirt
Twirl the night away in this A-line dress with a halter neckline and cutouts.
This lilac hue is so pretty.
The square neckline and midi length just speak to me.
You’ll look effortless in this belted shirtdress.
Reformation
Reformation
Astoria Dress Es
Sun-kissed skin will look amazing in this white strapless midi.
Reformation
Sadie Knit Dress
White and black is always a classic color combination. You’ll have this in your closet forever.
Reformation
Balia Linen Dress
A structured top and breezy skirt always complement each other.
Reformation
Delilah Linen Dress
Channel the Mediterranean Sea in this stunning turquoise halter.
The ruffled straps are just too cute.
Reformation
Nataly Knit Dress
How’s this for a timeless choice?
You’re going to get so many compliments in this, trust me.
Reformation
Isha Linen Dress
The only thing your vacation plan is missing is this printed dress.
Believe me when I say that you’ll grab for this dress again and again.
Reformation
Aubree Linen Dress
For an everyday summer dress, how about this stylish shift?
