Fashionistas who still cringe at the term “minidress”, never fear. Our favorite labels are helping us brave the heat with mid-thigh looks that are designed with universally flattering details like smooth comfy bodices and swirly skirts. Length matters with these scorching hot minidress looks that take Summer vacay style to the max, just in from Cynthia Vincent, Nanette Lepore and more!
Tropics, Here We Come
Suntan-friendly hues and clean, sexy shapes to fit nearly every body type (above, left to right). A sweetheart bodice and slight empire waistline make the Vacationer Dress ($248) by Nanette Lepore an A-list look that transforms from day to night in a snap! Contrast its cool Parrot blue with Nanette Lepore’s Multicolor Stripe Sandal (below, $295), available at Neiman Marcus.
What does your Summer wardrobe need? A curve-smoothing mini in flawless jersey matte. Choose from two must-have shades of the sleeveless Trishelle Dress ($108)) by Velvet. It’s short a-line style hugs the body without clinging too tightly.
Add lengthy accessories like the 18-karat Knotted Necklace ($220) by Nicole Romano. Available now at Shopbop.
Romance in Bandeau
This season’s trendiest top style stays on the classic back empire dress that sways. Cropped-top Lace Bandeau Dress ($275); Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, Shopbop.com.
Glitter as you walk that walk with Miu Miu peep-toe Crisscross Pumps ($595), available in 2 colors at Neiman Marcus.
