Summer dressing doesn’t get easier than dresses. The dress is the outfit, without any time wasted matching tops and bottoms. These airy styles will take you from work to the playground to dinner, with little more than a change of shoes and jewelry. At this $100 to $300 price point, they come with high quality fabrics and design, but without sticker shock. Not fast fashion, but not a decision you have to sweat over—it’s already hot enough out there.
Rhone Course to Court Dress, $118
A tennis dress is perfect for mom life, when you want to look pulled together but comfortable. “This version from Rhone comes with a built-in short—and pockets!” says Layla Lisiewski, CEO of the Local Moms Network. The navy is a fan favorite and sold out; get it before it sells out again.
French Connection Trini Eyelet Maxi Dress, $174
“Nothing beats a white dress for summer. I’ll be wearing this one straight from lunch meetings to the pool with my kids,” says Demetra Ganias, host of MomCast, the podcast powered by the Local Moms Network.
Hill House Ellie Nap Dress, $178
Exceptional quality and fit at a great price, Hill House’s cult nap dress is universally flattering. Want a little more coverage? Try the new Scarlett Dress with puffed sleeves (and part of their Roller Rabbit collab featuring Mommy & Me styles!).
Dissh Pixie Black Linen Mini Godet Dress, $204
“I love how easy and breezy this dress is! It keeps me cool, and the black color means it doesn’t show how messy my kids get me,” says Sophie Wilson the Local Mom Network’s Director of Development and a mom of two.
Pomander Place Lover Knit Susannah Dress, $168
“A knit is chic and also so comfortable. I’ll add flats during the day and wedges for dinner…an easy win,” says Demetra.
Lilly Pulitzer Elsey Shift Dress, $178
Blush pink is everywhere from dress trends to the new Apple Neo. This Lilly shift has a cute neckline, and the cotton/poly blend makes it easy to pack for a summer trip.
DÔEN Emmaretta Shirred Mini Dress, $231
This sweet floral pattern in a perennial favorite from DÔEN, and it’s on sale now in certain colors at Net-a-Porter. Get your size while it’s available.
