For the Past 5 Summers, I've Bought My Boho Dresses From This Store
When June comes, I turn into a hippy. Are you the same? If floaty, printed, slightly retro midi and maxi dresses become your go-to, then we likely will share the same taste in summer shopping destinations. So listen up, because I'm about to share a bit of useful intel with you (don't worry—you can thank me later).
To go with my tan suede sandals, oversized yellow-tinted sunglasses and museum of jangly earrings, I always head to Free People when the weather starts to turn. It's my secret source for bohemian dresses that no one else tends to frequent. This Philadelphia-based brand isn't as known in the UK as it is in the States, which makes it a more exclusive option when everyone is probably channelling the inner Stevie Nicks at the same time.
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Soraya Bakhtiar wearing a look from Free People
What's more, I often find that FP's summer dresses are of a better quality than you'd find elsewhere on the high street. Rather than more cost-effective obvious prints, for example, you'll find embroidery on linen instead. In the place of cheaper elasticated waistbands, you'll discover wrap silhouettes or cutaway details. It's partly down to the in-house designs but also a credit to the buying team, which cherry-picks a mixture of pieces from other niche brands as well.
Basically, if your icons range between the Olsens circa 2005 and Talitha Getty in the '70s, you've come to the right story (and the right online store). Keep scrolling to shop my top Free People dresses (before I buy them all).
The button-up feature on this dress works nicely for the office.
This looks like a luxe vintage find.
I just love that neckline.
Any low-key summer brides out there?
This comes in eight colours, but the teal is my favourite.
Still not over gingham.
Who could say no to that beautiful white embroidery?
Who knew hemlines could be so interesting?
Makes everyone's waistline look so trim.
Try this brown dress with white polka dots.
The nicest shape and detailing for an easy LBD.
The coolest way to still be covered up.
So elegant.
Now all you'll need to do is add sandals and go.