Sundress season is upon us, and whether you’re planning a trip to the French Riviera or organising a picnic in the park, a midi-dress is the perfect answer to keeping cool, comfortable and stylish throughout the summer months. While there’s a time and place for itsy bitsy, thigh-grazing minidresses and long, flowing maxi styles, midi-dresses have a versatile appeal that makes them suitable for all kinds of occasions.
If you’re after something minimalist, then look to smart, cotton shirt dresses and wrap-around styles that are just as appropriate for office days as they are for beach stays. Or for something that makes more of a statement, try upcycled styles (like this one from Conner Ives) and dresses featuring bold prints. As for midi-dresses that are wedding guest-appropriate? Contemporary brands such as Reformation and Rixo have endless floral iterations that are worth exploring.
Dresses, as always, were prominent in the spring/summer 2025 collections, with nightie-style dresses seen at Miu Miu, ruffled bohemian dresses at Chloé and polka dots at Valentino. However, it’s easy to become preoccupied by what’s trending, but by sticking to styles and silhouettes that are in line with your own personal style, you’ll assemble a dress collection that will serve you for many summers to come.
Vogue’s favourite midi-dresses at a glance:
What are you waiting for? Scroll on for Vogue’s edit of the best midi-dresses for women, below.
