14 Printed Summer Dresses Your Wardrobe Needs

There is something completely uplifting and optimistic in itself about a dreamy combination of floating fabrics, pastel colour palettes and playful ditsy prints. For many of us, floral prints are not simply restricted to the warmer months and are often paired with an oversized leather jacket and chunky biker boots or perhaps a chunky sneaker and colour block varsity jacket. But as we begin to approach the warmer months, it is time to take our platform sandals and statement shades out of retirement and show off our uplifting printed pieces. We have collected a range of printed dresses that will help you blossom into summer.

Inspired by the wild beauty of nature and the freedom of the flower-filled meadow, H&M’s conscious collection is one for the environmentally and fashion minded.  Nurturing classic artisanship and preserving the beauty of handicraft, the collection offers dreamy maxi dresses, two pieces, playsuits and scarves made from 100% organic cotton and linen.

Taking inspiration from Kendall Jenner, make the ultimate Cottagecore statement in House of CB’s dreamy collection of floral dresses. From bodycon mini to billowing voluminous maxi styles available in a range of inclusive sizes, the dresses are both flattering and comfortable yet chic and timeless making them a summer must have.

It is no secret that House of Sunny’s 70s inspired piece became the certified cult dress of the Summer and has now been reimagined in a range of pastel colour palettes, adorned with abstract patterning and cut out back detailing. Made from 100% biodegradable natural materials, not only is the dress the perfect summer investment piece but is a step towards paving a more sustainable future of fashion.

Think modern contemporary yet playful approach to printed dresses and you will not be far from Australian fashion label Realisation Par. With a wide range of silhouettes in both muted tones and vibrant hues, the brand strikes the perfect balance between cutting edge yet classic feminine designs that truly speak for themselves.

If ditsy florals and effortless contemporary styles are for you, look no further than luxury Scottish cashmere clothing brand Brora. Paired with a slimline trainer or dressed up with a heel, their timeless, high quality dress designs are both elegant, delicate and make the perfect summer statement.

When it comes to sustainable pieces that do not compromise attention to detail and a stylish finish, the Isabel Manns floral dresses are the perfect match for those in search of an effortlessly chic garment. Committed to zero waste, sustainable fabrics and seasonless clothing, the brand’s printed pieces are not only made for the much-anticipated summer ahead but can be styled across the colder months.

Normalising size inclusivity and celebrating diversity in the fashion world, 11 Honoré are home to a range of luxury designer dresses. Home to labels including Mara Hoffman and Tanya Taylor paying close attention to detailed patterns and flattering silhouettes, the brand are driving for change and truly showing us that style has no size.

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