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Classic Print Dresses Your Summer Wardrobe Won’t Be Complete Without

Summer after summer, we’re always on the lookout for the season’s prettiest and most essential, classic print dresses. Firstly, they’re amazingly versatile and undeniably beautiful. Secondly, if you find the right ones, they’ll work for you year after year. After all, from gingham to polka dots to florals, we honestly can’t see any of these timeless prints falling out of style any time soon! So, to make your sunshine dress rotation all the more stylish and eternally wearable, we found 30 of this year’s most amazing printed dresses you’ll want to get your hands on immediately. With designs from Silvia Tcherassi, Caroline Constas, and Self Portrait to choose from, your closet’s guaranteed to get the designer style injection it deserves this summer.

Classic Print Dresses To Throw On And Go

You’ll be glad to know that these classic print dresses are not only gorgeous but also super easy to wear. After all, when the sunshine finally arrives, the last thing we want to do is spend hours picking out outfits before we can leave the house! That makes the Aviva dress by Reformation a warm-weather essential in our opinion. Its classic mini-floral print, sweetheart neckline, and floaty mid-length skirt are simply stunning. This silhouette is timeless for a reason and can even be dressed up or down depending on your plans. Style it with flats for an impromptu picnic date, or dress it up with heels for a garden party. However you wear it, you’re guaranteed to exude an effortless sense of summer style.

If you’re searching out the quintessential throw-on summer dress with sleeves, choose the paisley crepe dress by Faithfull The Brand. Its chic black and white design, elbow-length sleeves, and floaty midi skirt have all the makings of an instant classic. That’s why we’re betting this stunning day dress will quickly become a go-to piece in your closet this season.

Shop more Designer Classic Print Dresses selected and reviewed by our expert fashion buyers and stylists

  • MARANT ETOILE Nadela Asymmetric Gathered Cotton Midi Dress

    $525
  • LOVESHACKFANCY June Ruffled Fil-coupé Silk-blend Georgette Dress

    $695
  • ZIMMERMANN Net Sustain Printed Linen Midi Wrap Dress

    $750
  • ZIMMERMANN Matchmaker Floral Linen & Silk Midi-Dress

    $1,950
  • LOST + WANDER Light of Iris Floral Print Off the Shoulder Dress

    $148
  • SALONI Mitsu Gathered Printed Silk Midi Dress

    $895
  • THE SOMERSET Maxi Dress

    $168
  • AGUA BY AGUA BENDITA Lima Printed Cotton Mini Dress

    $600
  • HEIDI KLEIN Indigo Urchin Tunic Dress

    $348

Classic Print Dresses Too Beautiful To Miss

You know those classic print dresses you come across and just instantly know you need to own? We’ve found a couple more you’re going to want to add to that list! The floral printed midi dress by Self Portrait is understated elegance at its best. From its soft blue hue and dainty floral print to the fitted pleat bodice and tiered fairytale skirt. Undoubtedly, this dress is the answer to all of your summer wedding, garden party, and brunch invites.

When only a mini hemline will do in the height of summer, opt for the Ambrosia printed Broderie Anglaise mini dress by Love Shack Fancy. Its soft pink construction and contrasting bright pink florals are guaranteed to draw a smile. What’s more, the gathered scoop neckline, asymmetrically tiered skirt, and self-tie waistbelt offer up the most irresistible boho-chic vibes for an unforgettable summer ahead.

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