The best white dresses to buy for summer

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This week, I went down the e-commerce rabbit hole of a shopping-related problem: I’m having an incredibly difficult time finding a white dress to wear this summer. In particular, she has been known to wear white dresses like Miuccia Prada throughout her career. I don’t want a tennis shirt or a denim shirt or a Picnic at Hanging Rock– Kind of dress. I want something mid-length that doesn’t look dowdy, maybe with pleats – but not too much (they should be wide). I want to be able to wear it with a blazer when it’s a little cooler at night but more casually with a tank top and some flats during the day. I might take it to a tailor to have it cut at the waist or raised, but, you know, I’d rather not. And I want it to be quality that will last until next winter but not a gazillion dollars. These are my needs, and – shocker – finding a piece that checks all these boxes was difficult, too in order to I am thinking of buying a white dress instead. But we will persevere. White dresses are a summer staple; They’re simple and can add a touch of sophistication to your look, just like a white top with a bottom. Below are my findings so far. (And a picture of Queen Muccia, you know what I’m talking about.)

The reason I’m here in the first place is that someone bought the vintage Prada dress I was seeing on Reel before I could, so it’s back to the drawing board. These are similar to what I want.

Available in size XS/US 2/IT 38.

Available in size M / US 8 / IT 44.

Available in size XS/US 2/IT 38.

Available in size M / US 8 / IT 44.

Yes, these could technically be tennis dresses, but I prefer ones that don’t look like you’re about to hit the court.

Available in sizes 00 to 24.

Available in sizes 6 to 10.

Available in sizes 0X to 3X.

It’s hard to find the right length for your body, so I’m thinking of buying a long one and fitting it to where I want it.

Available in sizes XS to 4X.

Available in sizes 4 to 10.

Available in sizes 00 to 14.

Available in sizes 8/10 and 32/24.

I wear these to complement a slouchy top or jacket.

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Available in size 4 (only one left).

These all go by quickly, but they are so good I had to include them.

Available in size L (only one left).

Available in size S / US 26 (only one left).

Available in sizes 4 and 14.

Alaia dresses are the stuff of dreams; They have just the right amount of volume, and I love how the brand makes them with a long, open-buttoned shirt.

Available in sizes 24 to 30.

Available in sizes 2 to 12 and IT 38 to IT 48.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

good for you!

Available in sizes IT 36 to IT 44.