These Breezy Summer Dresses Were Made for the Worst Part of Summer

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Though most of us are likely enjoying the best parts of spring right now (gardens perking up, beautiful temperatures, and fresh produce, to say the least) we're all too aware that summer is right around the corner. Our Alabama-based editors know the struggle of summer heat all too well—and how long it lasts. Our top tip for the ladies: easy, breezy dresses.

Let's be honest: No one wants to wear pants in the summer. So put down the blouses (we know how cute they are, but they're just not practical). Summer is the season for dresses that are easy to throw on, allow for plenty of airflow, and, most importantly, don't show sweat stains. Another key factor: affordability. Sure, we'll splurge on a dress we can wear to an outdoor event in August, but you won't see us shelling out the big bucks for an everyday dress we'll run to the grocery store in on a Tuesday afternoon. Luckily for you, we've included both options here. So get those clicking fingers ready, girls.

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Sleeveless Sundress

Remember rickrack? It's coming back in the cutest way this summer with styles like this. Get the on-trend look for under $50 with this cute dress.

Ruched Halter Midi Dress

If this pretty floral halter dress doesn't scream dinner by the beach, then we don't know what does. Snag it now before it inevitably sells out! It also comes in an all-white and all-black option.

Amazon Essentials Supersoft Terry Racerback Maxi Dress

We love that this terry dress features a scoop-neck as opposed to the traditional high-neck, giving a more flattering style.

Free Assembly Women's Sleeveless Square Neck Midi Dress

This red-and-white striped dress is classic Americana in all the best ways. Wear it to Fourth of July gatherings or a family picnic! If red isn't your color, then no worries: it also comes in blue-and-white stripes and black.

Mini Dress with Flutter Sleeves

Take a closer look at this adorable dress and you'll notice that the fabric is actually seersucker, and not light blue, which makes it all the more swoon-worthy. It also comes in a gray-and-white seersucker as well as two floral patterns.

Long Sleeve Bohemian Midi Dress

This viral pajama dress is 100% everything it's hyped up to be. It's incredibly comfortable, easy to style, requires little-to-no steaming and ironing, and looks so much more expensive than it is.

Tie-detail Dress

A gorgeous botanical print almost always makes a dress look more high-end, and this couldn't be more true with this tie-detail beauty.

Women's Tennis Dress

These athletic dresses are a wardrobe essential as far as I'm concerned. I wore mine weekly last year. It's so easy to throw on and is just as comfy as shorts and a t shirt but so much nicer looking. It can also be dressed up with cute sandals and a jean jacket.

Sleeveless Striped T Shirt Dress

As comfy as your go-to T-shirt dress, but twice as flattering with a tied waist and striped pattern. Oh, and it has pockets.

Off-the-Shoulder Poplin Dress

The blue-and-white print on this dress reminds us of our favorite vintage wallpaper patterns in the best way. But, if it's not your style, then check out the watercolor floral and cream colored options!

Cutout Poplin Dress with Puff Sleeves

The cutout detail on this dress isn't just flattering, it also allows the tiniest bit of breeze to flow through. And that's something we can all appreciate on a July day.

V-Neck Ladies Dress

The sleeve detailing on this casually elegant dress makes it perfectly acceptable for work and other similar events.

Free Assembly Sleeveless Square Neck Eyelet Midi Dress

The combination of the square-neck, a-line silhouette, and eyelet fabric make this midi dress absolutely next level adorable.

Casual T-Shirt Dress

This one lives up to its name—it's 100% as comfortable as your favorite lived-in t-shirt.

The Pioneer Woman 3/4 Sleeve Tiered Ruffle Midi Dress

Ree Drummond can do no wrong, especially when it comes to her adorable clothing line at Walmart. Example: this flowy green dress that looks just as cute as it is comfy!

Tiered Dress with Tassels

Chambray is one of our favorite fabrics because it is truly the most forgiving. Wrinkles, sweat stains, areas you may want to cover: none are a problem with this dress.

Sleeveless Tiered Maxi Dress

Meet the outfit you'll turn to time and time again this summer. With a smocked top and tiered bottom, this dress isn't just forgiving but also incredibly breezy and lightweight. Pair it with a jean jacket and sneakers for the farmer's market or wedges and a cute handbag for date night!

Sleeveless Woven Shirt Dress

This editor owned and loved button-down dress is perfect for the office. If you get a little chilly at work, pair it with a cardigan or jacket!

Swiss Dot Mini Dress

And if you prefer the Swiss dot look for a more daytime-ready look, then snag this adorable and flowy mini dress.

Cotton Belted Shirtdress with Long Sleeves

It's never a bad day to wear a button-down shirt dress like this one. We love the added belt to make the dress's silhouette a little more flattering. It also comes in red-and-white striped, chambray, and white.

Side Tie Tank Dress with Rouching

Get ready to stun at your next wedding or event with this midi-length dress. The hemline and neck might be conservative, but the way it highlights your curves is sure to garner attention.

Casual Sleeveless Swing Dress

Sleeveless and swing dress are three of our favorite words in the summer. This adorable number comes in tons of color options and it has pockets.

Collared Shirt Dress

You could easily fool us into thinking this on-trend silhouette came from a much more expensive store than Amazon. It's also incredibly breezy and forgiving!

Women's Shirt Dress

Preppy style, but on a budget. This flowy and forgiving dress can easily be thrown on and paired with some wedges and cute jewelry for a night out.

Casual Summer Maxi Dress

Maxi dresses are so easy to dress up for events, especially this one that comes in the cutest Swiss dot fabric.

Cotton Print Button-Up Midi Dress

If there was ever a dress made for family pictures on the beach, it's this one.

Split Neck Sleeveless A-Line Dress

If you work in an office setting, then you know the struggle to find dresses that are appropriate for work, keep you warm inside, and allow for a breeze when you're out. Pair this sleeveless dress with a jacket or cardigan for an in-office look and ditch it when you're outside.

Sleeveless Mini Dress

This dress is beyond easy to wear—just throw it on and go.

Blue Floret Bubble Sleeve Mini Dress

The whimsical style of this mini dress is a great dupe for the $500 Rhode Ella dress. It shares a pleated a-line bottom half and bubble sleeves but is a fraction of the price—and just as cute! This one can run a hair short, so I recommend sizing up. Since it's already an oversized dress, you won't lose much shape and will gain about an inch on the hemline.

Sleeveless V-neck Stretch Cotton Polo Casual Dress

Coastal grandmother style on a budget. In case you hadn't heard, Breton stripes are back and better than ever.

Embroidery Maxi Dress

This incredibly flattering eyelet dress comes in so many different colors and is perfect for any dressed-up summer occasion.

Shift Dress

We're sure you've caught on by now, but in case you haven't: ruffles and tiers and very on-trend at the moment.

Brit Tiered Ankle Maxi Tent Dress

In case you haven't noticed, tiered dresses are very in-style this year. This maxi one couldn't be easier to wear if it tried.

Freezer III Dress

As you might be able to tell from the name, this dress is made from sweat-wicking fabric that's SPF 30 to keep you sunburn and sweat-free all day long.

Wrap Dress

The print options are endless when it comes to this flowy wrap dress.

Square Neck Midi Dress

If anyone asks you where you got this beauty, we give you full permission to say somewhere much more expensive than Amazon.

Jersey Relaxed-Fit Swing Dress

Few things are as easy to throw on than a swing dress. Pair them with casual sneakers or dress them up with a jean jacket.

Cotton Plaid Puff Sleeve Midi Dress

This grandmillenial style dress has gone viral in the last few weeks and it's easy to see why: it's cute and it's under $40.

Ruffled Sleeve Vintage Check Dress

It's no secret that we're big fans of gingham. This adorable frock is belted to give a defined waist and has ruffled sleeves for a feminine edge.

Tie Front Button Down Swing Dress

This dress comes in a whopping 19 prints, so you're sure to find one that's totally your style.

Floral Print V Neck Dress

For work, for date night, for a casual wedding—the options are endless for this gorgeous dress.

Polka Dot Ruffles Midi Dress

Trust me, this maxi dress will be your go-to through the spring and summer. Pair it with a cute jacket and some mules for an office-ready look or wear it around the house—it's as effortless as possible.

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