5 Must-Have Vacation Dresses

5 Must-Have Vacation Dresses

Add a pop of color to your vacation wardrobe with this floral Maxi dress from Milumia. It’s ideal for a day at the beach or walking around a new city and is comfortable to wear for two seasons.

Made of a cotton and lyocell blend fabric, this versatile vacation dress is ultra-soft and minimally wrinkled. It also features a flattering halter neckline with a cute bow that cinches the waist.

1. PrAna Sundress

For travelers and adventurers who want to worry less and experience more, prAna’s Cantine Dress offers a no-fuss wardrobe solution. This halter-style dress is lightweight, quick-drying and wrinkle-free thanks to the bluesign(r) approved fabric blend that is both soft and stretchy. The built-in shelf bra and removable modesty cups ensure that this bluesign(r) dress is both practical and comfortable to wear while traveling.

This prAna sundress will look perfect whether you’re throwing it in your beach bag to head to the boardwalk or putting it in your gym bag before heading out for Happy Hour with friends. At SCHEELS, we carry a variety of prAna dresses and jumpsuits that will elevate your summer vacation wardrobe. Shop our collection to find your new favorite. Available in solids or patterned options.

2. Everlane Weekend The Smock Dress

If you’re heading to the beach or simply looking for an everyday go-to, look no further than this Everlane tiered midi dress. It’s currently 75 percent off and selling out fast, so you’ll want to snag it now before it’s too late. The classic dress features a form-fitting smock at the top with wide, bra-friendly vacation dresses straps and a tiered skirt for an effortlessly polished vibe. Plus, it comes in a variety of eye-catching patterns and is available up to size 3XL.

We love Everlane because of its radical transparency—the brand shares the cost of production (materials, labor, and transport) for every piece, so you know exactly how much you’re paying. Plus, the brand has ethical factories that undergo compliance audits to ensure workers receive fair wages and working conditions. Snag the tee dress in Bluebell Gingham for summer or Autumn Fern for fall, or pick up the printed black floral style all year round.

3. Encircled Chrysalis Dress

Imagine a circle scarf that transforms into a dress, wrap, cape and more — that’s the innovative multiway garment by Encircled. Founded by a former management consultant, the Canadian company specializes in thoughtfully designed modern basics and convertible travel pieces that are sustainably made. The Chrysalis Cardi was their first design and is now their best-selling multiway garment – and for good reason. This versatile wrap dress can be worn a total of eight ways, including as a scarf three ways, a tunic, a one-shoulder dress, a cape and a halter.

To wear this piece in all of the ways, you simply snap together different sections of fabric with a hidden series of snaps. The sizing is also unique: You can choose between a petite and regular Cardi, and the regular size is intended to fit women from sizes 2-14.

The Lenzing Modal Spandex fabric is soft and drapes beautifully, and it’s a lightweight, wrinkle resistant choice for warm weather travel. It’s also easy to layer with a tank top, and this dress would be lovely with a pair of wedges or heels for a night out in the city.

The X-back halter look is the most versatile option and works great for beach to plane wear. The neckline is a bit low, so you vacation dresses may want to wear it with a sports bra underneath (or a strapless bra). I find the regular Cardi to be a bit loose for my body type, so I’d recommend going down one size if you have a curvier figure.

4. Karen Kane Floral Dress

Leap into Spring with this statement-making Karen Kane dress in romantic rosy hues. It features a flattering mid-length silhouette with extended cap sleeves, handy side pockets, a cinched waist and belt and tiers of fabric that give it movement and dimension. Add a chic cardigan for an extra pop of color.

Shop the latest collection from Karen Kane to find styles fit for any occasion. Discover a range of wraparound dresses with delicate prints and stripes, or find a long-sleeve Karen Kane dress that will keep you stylishly warm. You can also look for rhinestone embellished bodycon styles and sleeveless animal-print skater dresses to add to your wardrobe. You can even get a versatile tie-front front top to pair with your favorite denim jeans for day outings and date nights. Add a chic jacket and a few accessories to complete your look. Make your way to the beach and beyond with this Karen Kane dress style that exudes femininity.