26 of the Best H&M Summer Dresses

last updated 26 July 2023

If this onset of glorious weather has you feeling like you're in need of some summer dresses stat, then you're in luck. We found ourselves in a similar position this week and, of course, went straight to our favourite high-street brand for affordable but impressive dresses: H&M. As usual, we didn't walk away disappointed, since the brand's new-in section is positively overflowing with seriously expensive-looking styles that we wouldn't blame you (or your friends) for thinking were designer. You know, the kind of dresses that someone stops you on the street to ask you where it’s from.

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I'm wearing H&M's embroidered cotton dress here.

Below, we've put together an edit of the very best ones that will elevate your summer looks now but also last for many seasons to come. There are plenty of pretty, throw-on dresses, which H&M always does so well, but also some more minimalist options that would work for the office and, of course, great wedding guest options that you'll wear again and again after the event.

Most importantly, they are all really versatile, and you could just as easily throw them on with chunky sandals for a beach day as you could with strappy heels for date nights or balmy holiday evenings.

The only thing to note about good H&M dresses is they tend to sell out pretty quickly, so I can't guarantee that our top choices below will be around for long. Keep scrolling, then, to see the edit, and shop the best H&M summer dresses.

Shop the Most Expensive-Looking H&M Summer Dresses

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Draped Bodycon Dress

I honestly can't believe this is from the high street.

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Smocked Bandeau Dress

This is such a fun piece.

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Linen-Blend Shirt Dress

A gorgeous everyday option.

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Fringe-Trimmed Dress

You can easily dress this classic black style up or down.

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Oversized Off-The-Shoulder Dress

This is a timeless dress you'll pull out year after year.

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Draped One-Shoulder Dress

I'd wear this to a wedding or dressier occasion.

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Long Wrap Dress

I saw this on social media recently and thought it must be designer.

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Ruched Dress

I've got my eyes on this.

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Lace-Up Dress

I love this colour.

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Cut-Out Dress

Such an easy throw-on style.

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Jersey Bodycon Dress

This looks so comfy but could also work with heels for events.

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Long Flounced Dress

I'm obsessed with this throw-on dress.

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Drawstring-Detail Dress

Ruched details just look so expensive.

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Bandeau Dress

Simple and effective!

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Tie-Detail Cotton Dress

Such a gorgeous print.

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Textured Kaftan Dress

Make a statement with this!

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Fringe-Trimmed Silk-Blend Dress

I love the fringed edging on this

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Rib-Knit Dress

So affordable.

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Off-The-Shoulder Dress

Hello, ruffles!

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Collared Dress

Such a cool summer print.

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Pleated Chiffon Dress

This feels so luxe.

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Crochet-Look Dress

The shape of this is perfect.

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Pleated One-Shoulder Dress

Everything in black this summer, please.

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Halterneck Bodycon Dress

The detailing on this is heavenly.

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