This Simple, Elegant Dress Style You'll See in Every European City This Summer

Elegance has been the fashion word of the year thus far, with designers across the board leaning into sophisticated design details like A-line skirts, drop waists, and hourglass shapes. Now that we've officially entered the summer season, I've noticed designers have put a particularly romantic spin on their summer dresses. From delicate embroidery to tiered silhouettes to sophisticated draping and classic necklines, this summer's dresses are full of whimsical details.
As I've been browsing my favourite brands and retailers in search of summer dresses to add to my own closet, I've been overwhelmed with too many gorgeous options that I just had to share here. Each one is the perfect mix of sophistication and wearability. After all, it is summer, and I want to look put-together while feeling comfortable in the heat. Whether you're headed on a summer holiday or simply refreshing your wardrobe for the season, I think the options below are well worth considering. Here are the 34 best romantic dresses for summer, in my opinion.
Shop the Best Romantic Summer Dresses:
If you have a garden summer wedding on the books, this dress is absolute perfection.
Guess who already has this in their basket.
I can't resist this floral print.

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