The sunshine and high temperatures have finally arrived, declaring the arrival of summer. Most of us have been counting down the days until the warm weather got here, and now it's time for our wardrobes to work extra hard. Striking the right balance between feeling cool and looking sophisticated is something we Who What Wear UK editors are experts at, so trust me when I say the linen minidress is set to be your new summer go-to.
Linen is the smart choice for summer styling thanks to its breathable and lightweight fabrication. What's more, the natural crease of the composition adds to the laid-back feeling that we're all searching for through the summer months. As you can see from some of our favourite fashion people, the LMD (linen mini dress) is undemanding. For this piece, the simpler the styling, the better; just a pair of sandals and a simple handbag will do.
As I like to go above and beyond for you, our dear readers, I've made finding the perfect linen mini even easier by scrolling through hundreds of options to find the very best around in design and colour, at varying price points to suit all budgets.
You'll find a mix of relaxed silhouettes as well as form-fitting dreams. Some are fresh from the new-in sections of our favourite stores, whilst others, like Reformation's Aubree dress that Anna wears above, are best-sellers already. For the minimalists, classic neutrals can be found alongside understated polka dot prints, whilst the more maximalists among us will appreciate pops of colour and bolder patterns that have a distinctly summer feel.
Ready to meet your new summer hero? Keep scrolling the explore the very best linen minidresses around right now.
SHOP LINEN MINIDRESSES:
This easy throw-on dress comes in so many great shades.
Just add sandals and a basket bag.
True to form, this Free People dress comes in a wide range of excellent colours.
If you're looking for something more elevated, let me introduce you to Posse's floral Alice dress.
I love a dress that has smocking at the back to ensure the dress fits to your form.
This dress has the same silhouette as my favourite Balia dress, now in a fun mini length.
I love the summery addition of a halterneck.
Take your denim into the warmer months with this sweet linen-blend dress.
A new name to know about.
A best-selling style for Anthropologie.
Button-down styles are so classic.
I'm so surprised that this hasn't sold out yet.
Square necklines always feel so elevated. Dress this up with a pair of chic heels.
I can't stop thinking about this dreamy yellow dress.
Now back in all sizes.
From the print to the embellishments, there's so many pretty details in this dress.
If you're looking for a linen dress that has serious ease to it, look to this & Other Stories style.
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