Don one of these dreamy, comfortable and flowy maxi dresses this summer season!
July and August are full of days where you can wake up, throw on that easy and breezy maxi dress, simply brush your hair, apply minimal make up and start the day with some fresh summer fruit. To help you savor these carefree days, we’ve rounded up our 6 favorite flowy maxi dresses that are suitable for casual outings, beach coverups and evening gatherings with friends.
Wear them up or down with either cork wedges or simple flats, or go barefoot when lounging in the comfort of a friend’s villa or your own home.
Pictured above, this striking but simple maxi dress is flattering on any body type. The contrast between the vertical and horizontal stripes elongates the legs, while the fitted bodice accentuates the feminine waist. Made in the USA from rayon, the silky feel and easy care of this dress makes it the perfect outfit to pack along for your next getaway. Wear it with chic black leather stilettos or go natural with pair of flat, stripy sandals. $68
This gorgeous maxi dress defines boho chic and is the epitome of the Free People look. Made from 100 percent cotton, this dress is part of Free People’s Maheya Collection, which “is delicately handcrafted using natural techniques and dyes...and embodies the true spirit of Bohemia.” It’s perfect with gladiator sandals and chunky jewelry or cork wedges and tousled, beach fresh hair. $298
3. Evolusion Fashion Maxi Dress
The attractive design of this maxi dress is sure to turn heads, but it is comfortable enough to wear whilst lounging on the couch for a movie night. Made in the USA from surplus viscose, this dress is perfect cross between sailor chic and mesmerizing mermaid. Wear on your next shopping trip or barbecue with friends – add some gold jewelry to glam it up a bit. $45
4. BCBG Max Azria Silk Maxi Dress
This second-hand maxi dress from BCBG Max Azria is available through ThredUp, an online platform where individual sellers can part with garments they no longer want. Originaly $498, this gorgeous maxi dress is being offered up at a 82 percent discount, which is more than a bargain in our opinion! Made from 100 percent silk, this luxurious and flowy maxi dress is your next ensemble for a summer wedding or important cocktail party. Get it before it’s gone! $89
5. Alternative Apparel Maxi Dress – Eco Racer
This basic maxi dress from Alternative Apparel is made from a blend of recycled polyester and cotton, and designed to be a simple, comfortable and flattering summer cover-up. Ideal for beach days or vacations in the tropics, this simple dress will easily take you from day to night, brunch to beach to dinner. Who could ask for more? $64
6. Galuh Kenanga Bali Empress Maxi Dress
If you’re looking for something more colorful and eye-catching, this maxi dress from Indonesia is just the ticket. Designed by Galuh Kenanga and made from traditional Balinese floral batik patterns in shades of purple and brown, this empire line maxi dress is a wonderful option for events or special occasions and dinner dates or formal parties. $78
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