Summer style is all about keeping it simple and effortless, while still looking presentable. I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again — dressing for summer can be quite simple, and having a fair share of stylish kurtis and tunics in your closet just makes it that much easier. Take for example, Sara Ali Khan, Alia Bhatt, and Jahnvi Kapoor, they’ve served a good kurti and pants look every once in a while (even at the airport). But summer dressing goes beyond just the choice of clothing, the fabric matters too! Yes, you can’t expect to wear a nylon shirt out in this weather and not perspire. With an array of kurti designs and stylish tunics, you’re bound to find something that meets your needs. While the scorching heat and humidity can make it difficult to find anything suitable to wear, certain fabrics can help one look and feel comfortable even in these temperatures. But the most important thing (and I swear by this) is to opt for breathable fabrics; because you don’t want to feel like a drenched mess before the day even begins, right? So I did some digging and listed out the 5 best fabrics that you need to have in your summer closet. Read on to check it out before your next summer shopping trip.
A Staple White
Nothing screams ‘summer’ like a pristine white dress. The number of occasions it is appropriate for is endless and honestly, we’d opt for looking like a celestial being anyday. This chic white Off Shoulder Mini Dress is something we’d sport on a Greek vacation or on a casual day out shopping. The material is light and the neckline is somewhat reminiscent of the iconic Blair Waldorf. Pair it with some pearls and nude pumps and you’ve got yourself a party look!
Max Out With Maxis
When it comes to summer and different types of dresses for women, maxi dresses might never go out of style. More often than not, they’re made with breezy materials, in a slew of different sleeve styles, necklines and patterns.They’re also pretty double duty in terms of functionality, in the sense that you can wear one to the beach or throw on a blazer, belt and statement earrings for a biz meeting. We’ve honestly lost count of the number of times we have seen Janhvi Kapoor wear one to dinner or just the airport.In fact, she once wore one exactly like this blue Zink London one.
Keeping It Mini
This Ditsy Floral Tie Shoulder Mini Dress is giving Ananya Panday, and we’re here for it! Mini dresses are a summer staple and they give your legs the room to breathe. Opt for ones with ruffles to keep things playful, yet romantic and go for colours such as yellows and pinks to really embody the summer vibe. A sling bag and espadrilles or cute kitten-heeled sandals will help complete the look.
Keeping Things In A-Line
There’s a reason why A-Line dresses have not gone out of style and are a natural choice when it comes to types of dresses for ladies. Fuss-free and easy-to-wear, A-line dresses suit most body types and are incredibly versatile. They’re mostly work-appropriate and often come with a hemline-length that will keep things fun without showing too much skin. We’re pretty sure we haven’t met an A-line dress that we didn’t like and it’s no different for this Mish Purple Solid Pleated Mini Dress.
Sunny Sundresses
Ever had a conversation about summer dress types without the mention of sundresses? Yeah, us neither. They can be as simple as black or white, with humongous or dainty prints or accompanied by a layered or asymmetrical hemline. Either way, they’re THE answer to your “what should I wear today?” question. This powder blue Rare dress, paired with white sneakers, is exactly what we’d wear to a brunch date with the BFFs.
Shirt Dresses FTW
Summer dresses may or may not be the ideal choice for work wear, depending on where you work. If your workplace is a lot more formal, shirt dresses are just what you need. Priyanka Chopra serves as inspiration for styling these bad boys, and we’d totally don this RadhaRaman multicolour piece with a belt to cinch the waist and a well-structured handbag. Go get it today!
Tube Dresses
We’ve saved the best for the last! Tube dresses ensure you’re not feeling stuffy and hot, whilst keeping things super cute and sexy. This NA-KD metallic mini dress in the most gorgeous pistachio hue is exactly what you need for a sophisticated brunch or an evening cocktail party by the beach. It’s very Lily James in Miu Miu, minus the straps.
