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Pretty Throw On Summer Dresses You Need To Own

When it’s 100 degrees out, all we want is to slip into cool throw-on summer dresses with effortless style! Since we’re pretty sure you want that too, we made it our mission to track down 30 must-have dresses that’ll keep you looking and feeling cool all season long. Oh, and did we mention they take seconds to slip on? So, shop our gorgeous edit of easy-to-wear dresses now and elevate your closet with every coveted designer silhouette! Off-duty dressing just got a whole lot easier – and even more stylish!

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Short Throw On Summer Dresses For Hot Summer Days

If you’re on the lookout for mini throw-on summer dresses you’re not alone. Luckily, we’ve already done the hard part for you! Now you can simply browse our stunning selection and pick out the cutest and coolest minis that you just can’t be without this season. Our advice? Don’t miss adding the Stelle broderie cotton mini dress by Charo Ruiz to your lineup! This adorable white mini dress is undeniably chic with its wide shoulder straps, square neckline, and flattering flared skirt. Additionally, it goes just as beautifully with heels as it does with flats when you want a no-fuss ‘fit for summer evenings!

Meanwhile, if eye-catching prints are your summer vibe, we feel you. That’s why we’re totally in love with the cotton trapeze sun dress by The Oula Company! Firstly, this dress demands attention with its cool green, black, and yellow 70s-style print. Secondly, we adore how its relaxed fit makes for an effortlessly cool silhouette that’s made for pairing with flat sandals. Finally, throw this dress on with your go-to leather sandals for summer and prepare for all eyes on you!

  • ZIMMERMANN Lexi Short Linen Wrap Dress

    $650
  • ANTHROPOLOGIE V-Neck Sequin Deco Swing Dress

    $178
  • ANTHROPOLOGIE Short-Sleeve Draped Tunic Mini Dress

    $178
  • JOHANNA ORTIZ River Classing Floral-jacquard Tunic Dress

    $1,233
  • OSCAR DE LA RENTA Hollyhocks Print Tie-waist Shirt Dress

    $2,190
  • SIGNIFICANT OTHER Long-Sleeve V-Neck Cutout Printed Mini Dress

    $304
  • BARDOT Triple Frill Dress

    $118
  • ZIMMERMANN Lexi Belted Floral-print Linen Mini Wrap Dress

    $650
  • FREE PEOPLE Blue Sundrenched Short-Sleeve Maxi Dress

    $168

Must-Have Dresses To Dress Up Or Down!

As much as we love casual throw-on summer dresses, we just can’t get enough of super versatile designer silhouettes. Dresses that work day or night, like the Mystical Mindset maxi dress by Free People. Firstly, this undeniably stylish black and white maxi looks incredible with flat sandals for summer. Additionally, the subtle cut-out bodice and low back are a dream come true for super hot weather. Meanwhile, when you’re ready to take your look from day to night, simply add a pair of chic wedge sandals and you’re all set!

Alternatively, for bright hues, long sleeves, and a cute mini hemline, look no further than the Leonie belted dress by Alexis. Firstly, this abstract-print dress is one of the prettiest we’ve seen this season. Secondly, we just can’t get enough of those statement blouson sleeves paired with a classic round neckline. Our advice? Pair this must-have mini with tan sandals for a coveted daytime look. Then, style it up with colourful heeled sandals for summer evening plans!

 

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