My Summer Wardrobe Focuses on Skirts and Dresses—39 New Styles I'm Excited to Purchase.
One aspect that has surprised my fellow fashion editors the most about me is that I don’t currently possess any jeans. To clarify, I have worn and owned jeans throughout my life, just not in recent years. Instead, I tend to prefer skirts and dresses, and my summer style reflects that choice. During the warmer months, I find myself attracted to natural fabrics such as cotton and silk, as they provide a lightweight and breathable feel in hot weather. Last spring and summer, some of my go-to outfits included Cou Cou’s pointelle and cotton-voile midi dresses, as well as their coordinating tank-top-and-knee-length-skirt sets.
As a minimalist who often opts for neutrals, I have been seeking ways to add more color into my wardrobe, especially after receiving a color analysis from The Color Countess. I discovered that I’m categorized as a true autumn, meaning that rich, earthy fall shades like tomato, orange, terracotta, moss green, teal blue, mulberry, and others complement me best. I believe that a solid-colored dress or skirt is an easy and accessible way to infuse more color into an outfit. For instance, I recently purchased the Olas cotton midi dress from the Sydney-based brand Faithfull in a tomato hue, which still maintains a polished and chic look. I also adore the mix-and-match tank tops and skirts from the Newcastle label Olga Joan. Below, you can shop for skirts and dresses for summer 2026.
Some of my favorite brands for dresses include Brooke Callahan, Cou Cou, Rixo, Réalisation, Faithfull, and St. Agni.
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EMILY DAWN LONG
Dammit Janet Bias Cut Jersey Dress
RIXO
Lucie Lace-Trimmed Crepe De Chine Midi Dress
MATTEAU
Strapless Ruched Organic Cotton-Poplin Midi Dress
MATTEAU
Gathered Organic Cotton-Poplin Halterneck Maxi Dress
ST. AGNI
Tencel Lyocell Halterneck Midi Dress
Brooke Callahan
Halter Dress
SILK LAUNDRY
Scoop Neck Dress Black
J.Crew
Cotton Voile Scallop-Trim Babydoll Dress
RAT BOI
90's Bias Slip Dress
Sleeper
The Genus Rosa Satin Dress
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Free People
Onda Drop-Waist Tube Midi Dress
Free People
Darling Midi Dress
LIONESS
Luna Rosa Sleeveless Midi Dress
Damson Madder
Moxie Ruffle Asymmetric Midi Dress
SIR.
Panettone Twist Midi Dress
ZARA
Godet Halter Midi Dress
ZARA
Fluid Halter Mini Dress
Helsa
The Silk Celeste Dress
Enza Costa
Bias Slip Dress
Dissh
Toby Cotton Midi Dress
For skirts, I like Charlie Beads, Cou Cou (again), Leset, Olga Joan, and Rue Sophie. Midi skirts will always be a staple in my summer wardrobe, and I am currently on the lookout for more knee-length options as well.
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J.Crew
Pleated Skirt in Cotton Poplin
STAUD
Sands Skirt Swim Cover-Up
Olga Joan
Bias Mini Skirt Turchese
DEIJI STUDIOS
Loop Organic Cotton Midi Skirt
LESET
Barb Satin Midi Skirt
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Damson Madder
Parker Sash Skirt
Free People
Lowen Midi Skirt
Free People
Annette Tee Skirt Set
ZARA
Polka Dot Midi Skirt
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My Summer Wardrobe Focuses on Skirts and Dresses—39 New Styles I'm Excited to Purchase.
Browse skirts and dresses from labels such as Cou Cou, Faithful, J.Crew, Leset, Rixo, and others.
