The #1 Way to Wear This Type of Dress
We can’t deny the comfort of a long dress and flip-flops, but we’ll be the first to tell you that the comfy look isn’t winning you any style points in the summer of 2015. Since long flowing dresses are a go-to summer uniform for many women, we’ve made it one of our summer style missions to show you how to look cool while flaunting a long dress. When styled right, these floor-sweeping frocks take on an ethereal vibe that’s beautiful for summer, both day and night. To ensure you’re wearing yours in the most stylish way possible, read on and take note!
Scroll down to see 16 examples of the right way to don a long dress, and to shop an assortment of our favourites this season!

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Zara Long Striped Dress ($40) in Black/White
Throw this on with your gladiator sandals and go!
Reformation Clara Dress ($258)
Reformation is an excellent source for stylish maxi dresses. Case in point.
Tibi Silk Handkerchief-Hem Dress ($595) in Momo Peach
This dress is so versatile—wear it everywhere, from a wedding to brunch!
Madewell Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress ($158) in Pure White
Put this dress at the top of your vacation shopping list.
Tamara Mellon Lace-Up Stretch-Denim Maxi Dress ($895)
Who knew that a denim maxi dress could be so chic?
Topshop Fringe Stitch Maxi Dress ($90) in Red
Try wearing this fringed number with white sneakers.
A.L.C. Brock Maxi Dress ($625) in Black
This black maxi dress has closet-staple potential.
For Love & Lemons Breezy Maxi Dress ($282) in White
Try this one over pants (trust us!).
Free People Hey Beau Maxi ($160) in Desert Stripe
This cool dress is made for summer weekends.
Chloé Silk-Voile Maxi Dress ($3580)
Yes, it’s definitely a splurge, but a breathtaking one at that!
Christy Dawn The Piper Dress ($188) in Striped Linen
Keep this one pretty and simple by pairing with neutral accessories.
Next up! How to wear a maxi dress and look modern.