A Pretty White Dress Is Still A Summer Dressing Flex: Try These 8 Styles, From €25

Pretty and airy, shop the best white dresses for summer from Sézane, H&M, Zara and Marks & Spencer …

That bucolic white dress that just drifted through your newsfeed? We want one, too. Just like other carry-over trends such as athletic shorts, scallop jewellery and boat shoes, summer 2026 is all about the white dress. And, very much about the details. Cotton poplins, broderie anglaise inserts and lace trims add to the wholesome appeal of summer’s do-it-all styles which work for both beach and city.

What’s the look? The litmus test is that if it resembles a nonna‘s tablecloth, or if it looks like it’s been snapped up from a brocante, then you’re on the right track. Equally, a lot of ‘It’ styles resemble (posh) nighties. On Instagram, one insider waxed lyrical about Zara Home’s selection of nightdresses being a lesser-known go-to for antique-look summer dresses. (Warning: a slip may be required. Better yet: commit fully by slipping on a pair of viral cotton bloomers underneath. We dare you.)

No matter which style you choose, they’re best accessorised with a woven bag and a Mallorcan sunset. Shop the best pretty white dresses from M&S, Sézane, H&M and Faithfull The Brand below.