Craving some sun? Consider a vibrant vacation dress the centerpiece of all your resort-ready looks to come. Not only does it make for an all-in-one outfit requiring little more than a sleek sandal, raffia tote, and statement jewel, but it also works for any kind of warm-weather scenario, from sightseeing during the day to balmy nights spent beneath the stars.
Vogue’s Favorite Vacation Dresses for Summer
Luckily, this season’s most coveted styles are equal parts festive and fabulous. There are certified classics from resort brands we know and love, like Johanna Ortiz, Missoni, and Pucci, alongside newcomers to the scene, including Aflalo and Auralee. Below, discover why the vacation dress belongs in every summer suitcase—with 12 chic ways to wear it.
For the Beach Club Lunch
You’ve just touched down in the tropics and the beach club lunch— Campari spritz optional—is calling your name. Dress the part in a Missoni dress styled with barely-there lace-up sandals in champagne. Roxanne Assoulin’s beaded necklace and JW Anderson’s raffia tote add to the bohemian spirit.
