Outfit Details: Merlette Dress, Toteme Bag, Call It By Your Name Loafers (sold out, more colors here), Celine Sunglasses (sold out, similar here, less expensive here)
There is a certain type of dress I reach for in August, when I still want cotton, bare ankles, and the ease of a sandal, but with a shape that feels more memorable than a simple sundress. Something with volume, that stands away from the body, catches the breeze, and gives the dress a shape that feels styled before anything else is added. It’s the difference between something that simply slips on and something that carries itself through the day.
I love when that volume comes through softly, in fabric that gathers, lifts, or swings without feeling overworked. A white dress looks almost sculptural with peplum ruffles, while a dark cocoa shade adds a dose of drama to a maxi. Cotton has a longer calendar than it gets credit for, which is why these are the dresses I want now and still imagine wearing well into fall.
White Midi Dress
Airy volume and delicate detailing give this white dress a romantic, late-summer ease.
Brown Midi Dress
Rich chocolate cotton and intricate embroidery make this an easy bridge into early fall.
Printed Silk Wrap Dress
Burgundy silk and graphic borders bring depth and drama to the fluid wrap silhouette.
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