Fabulous Caftans to Lounge and Entertain in During the Warmer Seasons
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It’s resort season, and a caftan should be first on your packing list for St. Martin or Palm Beach. The garment’s flowing silhouette, light fabric, and breezy aesthetic adds instant, elevated glam to any beach or resort outfit, whether you’re using it as a coverup with sunnies while lounging in your cabana or needing formalwear for a dinner reservation at the hottest (literally) restaurant on-island. Opt for a frock adorned in vibrant embroidery or go more neutral with a wear-everywhere color. Whatever your preference, here are some of the best and most stylish caftans for your warm weather getaway below.
Max Mara
With an elegant floral pattern, and silk fabric, this will be the first dress you want to reach for while on vacation.
Material: 100% Silk
Size Range: 0-16
Lena Caftan
An elevated version of the caftan style for nighttime occasions.
Care: Dry clean only
Material: 100% Sustainable Viscose
Size Range: XS-XL
Tory Burch
A black & white combination has never looked so good.
Care: Hand wash or dry clean
Material: 100% cotton voile
Size Range: XXS-XXl
Loro Piana Yari Dress
Hand-embroidered detailing adds a touch of elegance to a casual caftan.
Care: Professional Cleaning Only
Material: 60% Linen, 40% Silk
Size Range: XS-M
Johanna Ortiz
Breezy and billowy as the palms - wrap yourself in this caftan for instant relaxation.
Care: Dry Clean
Material: Linen
Size Range: XS-L
Maria Cayetana
For a unique color combination, look no further than this blue & green dress.
Size Range: One Size
Details: Belt sold separately
Muzungu Sisters
A standout pattern in a subdued colorway.
Material: 100% silk
Size Range: XS-XXL
Maria De La Orden
Why just have a floral pattern, when you can also have a floral trim? The best of both worlds!
Material: 100% Cotton
Size Range: S-L
D'Ascoli
With a bit of whimsy this caftan will move with you wherever you plan to go.
Care: Dry Clean
Size Range: One Size
Dolce & Gabbana
Bold and punchy, this classic Dolce & Gabbana pattern is sure to illicit double-takes.
Material: 100% Silk
Size Range: IT 36-54
Three-Panel Embroidered Stripe Midi Kaftan
With a varying range of stripes, this elongating pattern is sure to flatter.
Material: Cotton
Size Range: One Size
Flying Dress
Tropical pattern? Check. Billowy Silhouette? Check. Keyhole neckline? Check. Ah yes, the perfect getaway dress.
Material: 100% Cotton
Size Range: XS-XL
Juan De Dios
The perfect transitional caftan is here - a beach coverup, and day-to-night dress - all wrapped in to one.CARE: Machine wash
Material: 100% Linen
Size Range: 0-10
Hooded Striped Linen-Blend Gauze Kaftan
Headed to the beach? Throw this citrus color, hooded caftan on to keep the sun & sand off.
Care: Dry clean
Material: 95% linen, 5% polyamide
Size Range: 0-4
Emmanuelle Floral-Print Dress
Finding a rose in a summer storm has never been easier.
Care: Dry clean only
Material: Polyester 100%
Silk Victoria Kaftan
For an understated look, go for a sleek navy caftan. Dress it up easily with hoops and wedges for drinks or dinner.
Care: Hand or machine wash
Material: 93% silk, 7% elastane
Size Range: One size
Debra Numen Floral Long Tunic
Breezy and billowy as the palms—wrap yourself in this caftan for instant relaxation.
Care: Hand wash
Material: Viscose
Size Range: One size
Charming Caftan
Made in India, this maxi-length cocoa-colored dress features a striking geometric print sure to turn heads.
Size Range: XS to 3XL
Material: 90% cotton 10% linen
Stripe Emerson Short Caftan
A caftan and a boat ride just go hand in hand, right? Lean into the nautical look with a flowy white-and-blue striped caftan easy to throw on and off with the ocean spray.
Care: Handwash, line dry
Size Range: One size
Material: 100% organic cotton
Beverly Shine Kaftan
Your glow from your suntan may be enough, but take the celestial radiance to another level with this dreamy gold weave.
Care: Dry clean
Size Range: One size
Material: Silk, lurex
Silk Caftan Shirt Dress
For a more structured look, a shirt dress caftan with tailored cuffs and a collar can ground your beachy look. Its high-low floor-length hem offers full coverage too.
Care: Dry clean
Size Range: S to XL
Material: 100% silk
By Anthropologie Floral Eyelet Kaftan
Eyelet never goes out of style. Tantalizing winks of tan skin always look fantastic no matter where the day takes you, and this Anthropologie choice is flirty, attractive, and chic. Better yet, it's available in white, black, and light blue.
Care: Handwash
Size Range: One size
Material: Polyester
Jaqueline Kaftan
Just because you're wearing a caftan doesn't mean you have to cover everything up. Consider an off-shoulder caftan, which summons the same light, billowy energy without automatically opting for long sleeves. This one's inspired by Art Basel and Miami's vibrant glamour.
Care: Dry clean
Size Range: XS to L
Material: 100% silk
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