The fashion edit: retro-inspired sundresses

For anyone booking a sunny vacation this summer, channel your inner Jackie O and Elizabeth Taylor with these retro-inspired dresses. From statement wafty caftans to off-the-shoulder cotton pants, these will take you from the pool to a glamorous beach bar.

Palm Beach Dress by Cheeky Vintage: A beautiful light breezy dress, this one is available from American brand Cheeky Vintage The Sil. Made in Texas from 100% hot pink cotton with a retro orange scalloped collar, cuffs and hem. It’s also one-size-fits-all (sizes 0-10) and is available in other colorways, including all-white and navy green detailing. A flat slip-on ensemble like the orange-pink Oran sandals by Hermes.

Sauvage Psychedelia Silk-Satin Jacquard Dress By Thaler Marmo: For glamorous loungewear by the pool, check out Milan-based Thaler Marmo for jacquard clothing. Expect orange silk-satin psychedelia-inspired swirls on the body, a plunging neckline and wide sleeves. It’s the perfect number to channel your inner Elizabeth Taylor. Add extravagant jewelry like Fred Leighton’s 1940s gold citrine ring.

Mila Floral-Print Crinkled Voile Midi Dress by Dodo Bar or: This dress was 1960s style with blue, pink and pale yellow floral prints on a brown body with spaghetti straps. Stack with yellow gold bangles like London jewelers Tilly Sveyas.

Scallop-Front Gingham-Boucle Mini Dress by Lisa Marie Fernandez: A gorgeous A-line sleeveless dress from New York stylist Lisa Marie Fernandez, this oozes ’60s style. It’s made from gingham buckle in pale pink and white, and the detailing comes with front scalloped edges and oversized buttons. Pair bow-embellished satin ballet flats with baby pink or aquamarine midnight slide flats from PORTE & PAIRE.

Dominic dress by Evi Grintela: Evi Grintela is known for her elegant shirt dresses that draw inspiration from impeccable menswear. This Oink Vichy Seersucker Shirt Dress is made from 100% Italian cotton and combines beautiful puff sleeves and lace details on the collar with functional side pockets and a tie waist. Complete the look with Manolo Blahnik Jadarona Mule.

Valeria’s cotton dress by Tierra Colson: Sweet off-the-shoulder dress by French designer Thierry Coulson.This is made of 100% cotton and has a blue and light yellow print. There is also an adjustable waist strap; As for the length, it is cut to the knee. Wear the Oo La La Tote by Jacksons.

Loungewear dress with pansies by SLEEPER: This brand may be known for its sleepwear, but there are also many simple dresses that are perfect for the lounge and holidays. This popular style is oversized and can be worn off the shoulder. Available in this delicate pansy print, retro blue and white gingham print and block colors. Pair the dress with 8 by YOOX Lilac Espadrilles.