14 Open Back Dresses to Help You Feel the Breeze This Summer

This easy, breezy mini comes in four colors and features an elegant triangle cut-out at the back. There are also tons of reviewer-submitted photos so you can see how it looks on someone other than a professional model for a better sense of how it will fit you IRL.

One of the most searched-for backless dresses on Lyst, this maxi by Australian brand SIR features a gorgeous high neck at the front and an adjustable tie at the back to ensure the top fits just right.

Combine not just two but three of summer 2020’s biggest trends into one look: gingham, puff-sleeves and an open-back.

This minimalist body-con dress is giving us major ‘90s vibes and will look just as fabulous with casual slides at the weekend picnic as it does with strappy heels for date night.

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Another great option for dressing up or down, this flirty mini takes all the guesswork out of print mixing with three gorgeous mismatched florals.

A semi-structured bodice with ruching down the middle and seaming under the bust can help provide a little extra support to those worried about going totally braless.

For those who really aren’t keen on letting their bosom run free should opt for a print that incorporates easy colors like black or white. That way the dress can be matched to a coordinating bralette, preferably with pretty lace and/or an interesting pattern at the back.

A lace-up back can also offer a degree of additional support, allowing you to pull the strings tight or wear them loose, depending on your preferred fit.

Breezy eyelet plus an open back makes this midi perfect for those unbearably hot days when you’d prefer to wear as little fabric as possible.

A trio of tightly tied strings at the back, which can be adjusted at will, show off slivers of skin instead of baring your shoulder blades to the world. (Psst, that also makes this cutie a bit easier to wear with a regular bra, should you prefer.)

Perfect for beach days and bridal showers alike.

The gold fan shell pattern is a gorgeous alternative to summer’s more popular florals, stripes and polka dots.

How do you balance out a super-sweet Liberty-esque print on a maxi? With an open back and flirty side slit, of course.

Ruffles and cut-outs and rose blooms? That’s a winning combo. There’s a lot going on with this mid-length dress, but somehow it all comes together to make one romantic frock we plan to wear to every summer bridal/baby shower in the foreseeable future.