Two Simple, Fashionable Updates That Make White Summer Dresses Feel More "Unexpected" and "Exciting"

Two Simple, Fashionable Updates That Make White Summer Dresses Feel More "Unexpected" and "Exciting"

      I adore a white dress for its simplicity, comfort, and summery appeal, but it can quickly become predictable, especially as summer progresses. Often, it requires a bit of color or texture to add life, so I’m continually searching for new inspiration. This week, Elsa Hosk provided just that with her perfectly refreshed approach to styling a white dress for early summer.

      To infuse her summery outfit with a pop of color, Hosk embraced one of the season’s most popular color trends. By selecting a soft, sunny butter-yellow knit, she introduced both contrast and a touch of warmth to her daytime look effortlessly. Stepping into another on-trend element, she opted for stylish leopard-print footwear. The combination of the cardigan’s trendy hue and the eye-catching shoes ensured her white dress—currently favored by our editors (the Prada one)—felt modern and fresh. This simple styling formula is something any fashion enthusiast would applaud, creating an easily adaptable look for the entire season.

      If Hosk has inspired you as much as she has inspired me, continue reading for my selection of the best white dresses, yellow cardigans, and animal-print shoes.

      SHOP WHITE DRESSES, YELLOW CARDIGANS AND LEOPARD-PRINT SHOES:

      Prada

      Embroidered Vintage-Look Fabric Mini-Dress

      Pair with knee-high boots on cooler days or with sleek strappy sandals.

      Reformation

      Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan in Parmesan

      The butter-yellow color trend shows no signs of fading.

      COS

      Leopard-Print Pony Hair Ballet Flats

      Add some texture to your summer collection.

      H&M

      Puff-Sleeved Cotton Dress in White

      ARCH4

      Marloes Cotton, Silk and Cashmere-Blend Cardigan

      The faux tortoiseshell buttons provide an extra touch to this cardigan.

      & Other Stories

      Almond-Toe Ballerina Flats in Leopard

      Gap X DÔEN

      White Eyelet Maxi Dress

      DÔEN

      Penrose Cable-Knit Wool, Cotton and Linen-Blend Cardigan

      Style it with jeans or opt for a light cotton dress.

      Prada

      Printed Leather Ballerinas

      I would love to have these on my feet.

      Rixo

      Dove Cotton Mini Dress

      The features of this dress truly evoke a vintage feel.

      Free People

      Nocturnal Solid Cardi in Oil Painting

      This also comes in 12 additional colors.

      ALAÏA

      Criss Cross Patent-Leather Trimmed Leopard-Print Calf Hair Ballet Flats

      The crossover straps give these flats a stylish edge.

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Two Simple, Fashionable Updates That Make White Summer Dresses Feel More "Unexpected" and "Exciting"

Refresh the styling of your white dress for 2025.