Summer Dress Outfits for Vacation Style

A vacation dress can be the centerpiece of all your resort-ready looks. It makes for an all-in-one outfit requiring little more than a sleek sandal, raffia tote, and statement jewel. This season’s most coveted styles are equal parts festive and fabulous, with certified classics from resort brands like Johanna Ortiz, Etro, and Christopher Esber.

Consider Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza’s sunset-orange cutout halterneck dress for a day party. Style it with Jamie Haller’s barely-there leather sandals and Cult Gaia’s turquoise beaded handbag. Add Zara’s shell-adorned necklace and Juju Vera’s sculptural cuff for a bohemian spirit.

For a destination wedding, they recommend RSVPing yes in Etro’s tropical floral-print gown styled with Alaïa’s chartreuse thong sandals. Keep the look beachside-appropriate with Bottega Veneta’s chunky silver earrings and Le Sundial’s shell necklace.

Alémais’s printed sundress is both polished and practical for a trip to the local market or sightseeing seaside. Style it with Polo Ralph Lauren’s derby-inspired white sneakers and Saint Laurent’s raffia tote, perfect for a summer outing.

For a festive tropical vacation night, wear Johanna Ortiz’s puka shell-detailed printed dress. Style it with Maryam Nassir Zadeh’s seafoam wedge sandals and Loewe’s raffia-and-leather shoulder bag.

Faithfull’s minimalist white halterneck dress is perfect for brunch by the beach. Style it simply with Toteme’s sleek thong sandals and Dragon Diffusion’s woven leather tote.

Vacation Dress Styles to Try

There are many ways to style a vacation dress. Christopher Esber’s sultry bandana-print dress is perfect for cocktail hour at sunset. Style it with Khaite’s sculptural white mules and Kallmeyer’s netted pouch bag, ideal for a stylish evening.

For a beach-to-bar look, wear Zimmermann’s scarf-adorned sheer tank dress layered atop Lido’s simple string bikini. Add Celine’s roomy raffia tote and Emme Parsons’s minimalist thong sandals.

Old cobblestone streets can be navigated in style with Toteme’s scarf-detailed halterneck dress. It can be styled with Lié Studio’s roomy raffia tote and a pair of strappy black sandals from A.Emery, making it perfect for a night out.

Tove’s eyelet-embroidered staple is a chic cover-up option. Wear it layered over Loewe Paula’s Ibiza’s palm tree-print one-piece with Jude’s platform flip-flops and Toteme’s roomy raffia pool bag.

For a salsa night, wear Marrakshi Life’s striped ruffled maxi. Style it with Jimmy Choo’s lace-up wedge sandals and Staud’s playful fish-shaped clutch.

Shop the Best Vacation Dresses

Find the perfect vacation dress at a reputable fashion outlet, with many options available for under $300, as reported by the outlet.