Dressing for another humid Miami summer poses a unique challenge: You want to feel like you’re wearing as little as possible, without, you know, getting arrested for indecent exposure. These versatile styles will keep you looking and feeling cool…even when it’s raining and/or 95 degrees outside.
10 One-and-Done Summer Dresses Guaranteed to Look Great in the Heat, Rain and Humidity
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Halter Maxi Dress
One look at this dress and we’re absolutely in love. It’s playful, chic and crazy flattering. So. Much. Yes.
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Button-down Strapless Dress
Because when else can you get away with wearing a strapless button-down without pants?
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Linen Dress
Arming your wardrobe with a linen summer dress will be the best decision you’ll make all season long. Period.
Club Monaco ($229)
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Cold-shoulder Ruffle Dress
This dress can easily take you from an air-conditioned office to a balmy patio happy hour. It’s a win-win.
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Patchwork Dress
Just looking at this dress makes us feel breezy. This could be a perfect option for a date, baby shower or summer wedding.
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Lace Eyelet Dress
Humidity? What humidity? Sorry, all we feel is a nice breeze on our legs and the sun on our back.
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Midi Dress
Step aside, LBD. Summer is all about the little white dress. Go for one with a banded waist and a plunging neckline. It’ll keep you edgy and cool no matter how hot it is outside.
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Short-sleeve Ruffle Midi Dress
Would it really be summer without a cheeky yellow dress? Not a chance.
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Sleeved-smocked Waist Dress
Think long sleeves are just for winter? Think again. Throw on this light and breathable dress and you won’t even feel like your arms are covered. (See ya, sunburn.) Plus, the smocked waist adds a sexy trim.
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Cozy Maxi
If this dress doesn’t scream Italian vacation in Tuscany, we’re not sure what does. Brb, booking our plane ticket now.
Gal Meets Glam ($198)