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10 of the Best Revolve Dresses That Will Stun All Summer Long, According to PureWow Editors

From sundresses to wedding guest dresses

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Shopping for new clothes is a seasonal occurrence (at the very least) and while we’re all about scoping out the inventory of styles at a variety of our favorite stores, a one-stop-shop is a godsend for getting everything we need at once. This year, we’re stepping up our summer dress game, and our editors have a ton of fantastic picks for the best Revolve dresses that should be in your cart for the season. The site has tons (like, tons) of brands to choose from, but we have a handful of go-tos (like SNYDs, Norma Kamali and L*Space, to name a few) that draw us in every time. Not only that, but you can find styles from simple, breezy day dresses to cocktail dress to formal dresses for fancy events.

The Best Revolve Dresses At A Glance

What Dresses Are in Style for Summer 2023?

This year is the year of comfort and functionality. Prioritizing comfy aspects, like a ruched bodice, adjustable straps and stretchy materials, paired with cute styles that lean more classic than trendy are jumping off points to help you shop. According to PureWow’s fashion editor Abby Hepworth, you can anticipate a lot of recycled trends, too. “My favorite dress trend is definitely the return of the '90s mini dress. We're talking spaghetti straps (or even strapless) and a semi-fitted silhouette that hugs your curves without being an actual bodycon dress,” she says. She also mentions in her 2023 spring and summer dress trend report that stripes are in. “Vibrant stripes—horizontal, vertical, diagonal and mismatched combinations—are one of the most fun trends you can expect to see this spring/summer.”

How We Chose the Best Dresses from Revolve

Our editors are experts at shopping Revolve (we have a lot of practice) so we’ve compiled a list of dresses we love and own, as well as ones we want from brands we know we adore. PureWow editors are picky when it comes to filling our wardrobes, and while searching Revolve’s site we’ve looked for things like material quality, functionality, durability of the dress’s design and how well the style will hold up in years to come.

What’s Revolve’s Return Policy?

In addition to the wide variety of gorgeous products available, we also love that Revolve’s return policy makes it super easy to exchange or return items (all for free, too). You can get a full refund within 60 days of delivery via Happy Returns or FedEx (with a prepaid label), and you can exchange your items within 90 days.

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Best Linen Dress

1. L’Academie Irissa Maxi Dress

L'Academie

  • What We Like: body-skimming shape, 100 percent linen
  • What We Don’t Like: may show sweat stains
  • Size Range: XXS to XL
  • Material: linen

Linen is a go-to every summer season, and this ‘90s-esque style is what drew commerce editor Olivia Dubyak right to it. “I love the straight neckline and the super thin spaghetti straps for a ‘90s vintage aesthetic,” she says. The back has a high middle slit to help with movement, but the linen, while breathable and lightweight, can feel a little stiff in tighter silhouettes making it more difficult to walk.

Best Maxi Dress

2. Ronny Kobo Andrea Dress

Ronny Kobo

  • What We Like: boat neckline, fun print
  • What We Don’t Like: may be too long on shorter frames
  • Size Range: XS to L

There’s something so fun about a vibrant, printed maxi, and this one is form-fitting to show off your shape. “This lightweight stretch dress is body con, which usually is too much for me, but the print softens any figure attributes I don’t want highlighted, while the long sleeves are nice for breezy nights because then I won’t need another layer,” says senior editor Dana Dickey.

Best Party Dress

3. L*Space Down the Line Cover Up

L*Space

  • What We Like: deep neckline, knotted waist
  • What We Don’t Like: may be a little sheer
  • Size Range: XS to XL
  • Material: viscose and cotton blend

Yes, this may be a swimsuit cover-up, but it can totally work outside a beach or pool context. While it still has a sheer material, it will still cover the areas that need to be covered and the lightweight material makes it super breezy. “I totally see myself wearing this to any Fourth of July function then on vacation this summer. And it doesn't hurt that buyers are obsessed with the fit and soft material. And for under $150? I'm fully on board,” says assistant editors, sales and deals, Destinee Scott.

Best Cocktail Dress

4. SYNDYS Thalia Dress

SNDYS

  • What We Like: open back, ruched silhouette
  • What We Don’t Like: neckline may not fit larger chests
  • Size Range: XXS to XXL
  • Material: cotton

Our associate fashion commerce editor Stephanie Meraz can’t get enough of this sexy, sleek summer dress. “It’s everything and more I want out of a summer dress,” she says. “The cotton is really breathable and the smocked detailing is so romantic and whimsical.” It has a tissue hem that’s fun and twirly for weddings or parties, too. “The open back, criss-cross tie detailing allows you to fully customize how tight or loose you want it to lay (aka, no more sliding straps off the shoulders), and the smocked layers are really stretchy along the body,” she adds.

Best Wedding Guest Dress

5. Faithfull the Brand Bellavista Midi Dress

Faithfull the Brand

  • What We Like: puff sleeves, V neckline
  • What We Don’t Like: button accents aren’t functional
  • Size Range: XS to XXL
  • Material: rayon

From the puff short sleeves to the flirty floral print, this midi dress is a fabulous pick for summer weddings. “I love grabbing wedding guest dresses that I can rewear to other events, and this one’s comfortable and so flattering on my little second trimester belly, but I know it will fit me normally without the belly next year,” says Dubyak. It’s unlined, which makes it even more lightweight and it’s made of super breathable bamboo rayon.

Best White Dress

6. Place Nationale La Lavande Dress

Place Nationale

  • What We Like: flutter sleeves, lace detailing
  • What We Don’t Like: limited size range
  • Size Range: S to L
  • Material: linen

We’re like moths to a flame when we see a pretty white dress for summer, especially if it’s linen. Associate editor, SEO, Marissa Wu, loves this pick for its 100 percent linen material, fluttery sleeves and tiered skirt (for extra breeze) and the delicate embroidered detailing.

Best Formal Dress

7. More to Come Regina Maxi Dress

More to Come

  • What We Like: side slit, adjustable back
  • What We Don’t Like: shows a lot of skin
  • Size Range: XXS to XL
  • Material: polyester

Slip dresses continue to trend, and this one is a fave of Meraz. Her number one color choice, yellow, is sold out, but this baby blue and the three other shades are stunning to highlight your summer glow. The fabric is fully lined and the back is adjustable to tighten or loosen as much as you please.

Best for a Bridesmaid

8. Norma Kamali Diana Gown

Norma Kamali

  • What We Like: full body ruching, one shoulder
  • What We Don’t Like: no zipper
  • Size Range: XS to XL
  • Material: polyester and spandex blend

These days bridesmaids dresses all look the same, so why not opt for something a little more chic and unique? While this dress isn’t labeled specifically for bridesmaids, that’s what makes it a great choice. This color is muted and the body-hugging silhouette is ruched from head to toe for a flattering and comfortable fit. “I went to a wedding and the bride had her bridesmaids wearing this color in different styles of dresses and my eye immediately went to the girl wearing this one, it was such a unique look from standard bridesmaid dresses,” says Dubyak.

Best Summer Dress

9. Show Me Your Mumu Johanna Mini Dress

Show Me Your Mumu

  • What We Like: smocked back, braided neck strap
  • What We Don’t Like: unlined, may appear a little see through
  • Size Range: XS to XL
  • Material: cotton

A nautical striped mini is a great pick for vacation and day parties all summer long. “I got this to wear to a baby shower this summer and it’s so comfortable and breathable for when you’re sitting in the sun, plus your bare shoulders and back will be able to tan without the obstruction of straps,” says Dubyak. The lightweight 100 percent cotton fabric is great for warm days and the smocked back panel will give you some extra stretch.

Best Black Dress

10. Faithfull the Brand Madella Midi Dress

Faithfull the Brand

  • What We Like: strapless, smocked bodice
  • What We Don’t Like: pull-on style can fall easily
  • Size Range: XS to XXL
  • Material: cotton

Lightweight and very breathable, this unlined cotton dress is a must-have for summer festivities. “There are so many different occasions that this dress has come in handy for,” raves director, affiliate strategy, Pamela Masin. “The lightweight, 100 percent cotton makes it easy to throw and go with sneakers while exploring a new city or add heels and it's a perfect summer wedding guest dress. The classic fit-and-flare silhouette (with pockets, too!) means it'll be a workhorse in my closet for years to come.”

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Olivia Dubyak is PureWow's Commerce Editor and textbook Capricorn. She studied journalism at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but has gone from New York City to West Texas to Chicago to Northern Colorado since then experiencing new things to broaden her perspective as a writer. She writes across the board in fashion, beauty, wellness and home, focusing on product reviews and roundups that can elevate your everyday life. She's been writing in the commerce-sphere for nearly five years and loves trying new products, sharing her honest experiences to help you decide whether what you’re buying is worth it or not (yup, Augustinus Bader is a must-have).

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