16 Sweet Summer Dresses For *All* Your Activities

Trying to organize a variety of tops and pants in the scorching summer heat is not the move. Enter: these amazing summer dresses that can be easily styled and comfortably worn, no matter the occasion. Picnic with your pals? Pop on a maxi dress. Going out on the town with your gals? An electric mini will do the trick. Whatever you're up to this sunny season, you can count on a summer dress to elevate your look. We've got a few favorite picks here, including casual dresses, plus-size dresses, and maxi dresses. Check them out below!

UO Angelina Lace-Inset Mini Dress ($69)

Perfect for days full of lying in the sun, this mini dress swarms you in light cotton and cools you down.

Abercrombie & Fitch Cap Sleeve Corset Midi Dress in Lime ($110)

This colorful summer dress comes in a lemon-lime hue, an ideal wear for a tropical vacay or girl's nights out!

H&M Pleated Maxi Dress ($43, was $50)

We'll always be a sucker for florals. This casual maxi dress reflects the blooms of summertime!

Reformation Amara Dress in Flambe ($178)

Barbiecore is in full swing with this cute summer dress. Pop on some pink to soak in the sunny days!

Madewell Plus Square-Neck Midi Slip Dress in 100% Linen ($110)

Linen is the optimal fabric to wear in the summer. It is super breathable, keeping you cool and collected!

For Love & Lemons Suzette Maxi Dress ($289)

You'll feel like a human flower garden in this maxi style! The stringy straps and floral patterns make way for some fun experimentation with your next summer look.

Reformation Zaid Dress ($278)

Light up summer nights in this casual dress from Reformation – the deep cut neckline gives your look a totally flirty flair.

Old Navy Fit & Flare Tie-Strap Printed Mini Dress ($18, was $37)

This plus-size summer dress provides an effortless look without too much hassle. The square neckline and bowtie strap details surely elevate this on-the-go piece.

Reformation Gracelynn Dress ($128)

Let the picnic come to you with this mini shift dress for summer!

American Eagle Knit Cami Dress ($28, was $40)

Dresses are always so easy because they're a one-and-done. This style from American Eagle can work as a casual dress, a swimsuit cover, or a nightgown.

By Anthropologie Sweetheart Bubble-Hem Dress ($170)

We're obsessed with the strong color of this cute summer dress. The bubble hem and v-neck bring a sophisticated look to what would've been a super basic maxi.