Last Update 07-31

North America Heatwave: Dress That Look Chic Even at 90°F

When temperatures soar, you need a dress that can breathe. Our editors rounded up picks from brands like Quince and Dôen that combine breathable fabrics with elevated tailoring, so you can stay effortlessly chic all summer long.

🔹 Slip Dresses

With their iconic 90s bias-cut design, these dresses hug your curves and flatter your figure—a timeless, mood-boosting staple for any wardrobe.

Image	Product	Price	Link
	SILK LAUNDRY 90s Slip Dress (black silk, classic cut)	$310	Buy
	Sandy Liang Chamomile Slip Dress (lace-trimmed cotton poplin, sweet with an edge)	$395	Buy
	Quince 100% Machine-Washable Silk Slip Dress (champagne, incredible value)	$90	Buy
	Zara Zw Collection Satin Dress (draped design)	$80	Buy

🔹 Nightgown Style

Made from lightweight cotton voile, these pieces are so effortlessly French that even rolling out of bed and heading straight to the coffee shop will earn you admiring glances.

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	Eileen West Sleeveless Ballet Nightgown (knit fabric, comfortable and breathable)	$72	Buy
	Piyama Betty Nightgown (lyocell fabric)	$129	Buy

🔹 Baby-Doll & Halter

Baby-doll dresses are a figure-flattering secret, effortlessly skimming over the hips; halter and strapless styles are your go-to for staying cool—perfect for every summer gathering.

Image	Product	Price	Link
	The Great Cutout Mini Tank Dress (fresh white, a youthful favorite)	$175	Buy
	ST. AGNI Halter Maxi Dress (mesh and crepe, impeccably tailored)	$765	Buy
	Matteau Strapless Low-Rise Dress (sleek black design)	$620	Buy

🔹 Crochet & Shirred

Rich fabric textures add depth and dimension. Crochet styles are a poolside essential, while shirred designs bring a fresh twist to classic cotton.

Image	Product	Price	Link
	Staud Rio Crochet Mini Dress (cotton, artisanal feel)	$225	Buy
	MANGO Floral Crochet Dress (high-street favorite)	$130	Buy
	DÔEN Safia Organic Cotton Maxi Dress (shirred, romantic and relaxed)	$298	Buy