The Only Dresses You Need For Running Errands

A clever dress is an effortless way to revamp your doing-everything-else uniform. Look for details that bring added value like cut-out shoulders or a ruffled hemline.

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Summer dressed for downtime
photo credit: Lily and Lilac

Summer day dresses: The go-to T-shirt dress

To instantly convey an easygoing attitude, try a T-shirt style dress with sporty stripes. 

Striped Stretch-Viscose Peekaboo Dress, $295 at michaelkores.ca.

Your summer day dress check list:

  1. Whether fitted or loose, a stretch fabric is essential for an off-duty dress you don’t have to think about. Underneath it all, stick to what’s fuss-free.  Maximize the appearance of clean lines by choosing seamless shorts.
  2. Sporting a pair of chic sneakers makes any day better. Look for styles that boast a formula that’s two parts old-school, one part new, like this low-cut, white pair spliced with neon.
  3. Two unisex classics are better than one. Allow a denim jacket and woven fedora to join forces and you’ll instantly pull an outfit together, secure a relaxed look and be prepared for transitional weather.

Here are more (party) dresses you’ll live for this summer.

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Summer Day Dresses, Guess
photo credit: Guess

Summer day dresses: The faux-denim dress

‘Tis the season to have a maxi wrap dress in your wardrobe — but why not step your style up a notch and wear one that’ll have you looking like a denim dream! (Check out how to style your denim like a fashion editor.)

Chambray Ruffled Maxi Wrap Dress, $138 at guess.ca.

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Summer day dresses, Reitmans
photo credit: Reitmans

Summer day dresses: The paisley maxi dress

It’s time to embrace the paisley (if you haven’t already)! With loose-fitting sleeves and a tie at the waist, this is definitely a summer must-have in your wardrobe if you’re a fan of the maxi trend.

Kimono Wrap Maxi Dress, $80 at reitmans.com.

Don’t forget about the 100% fruity summer treat you don’t have to feel guilty about.

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Summer Day Dresses, Ever New
photo credit: Ever New

Summer day dresses: The stripe knitted dress

If you’re looking for a casual staple dress this summer, this one by far takes the cake. No matter what errand you’re running that day, just slip on a pair of sandals (or running shoes) and you’re ready to go! 

Amy Stripe Knitted Dress, $80 at evernew.ca.

Originally Published in Best Health Canada

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