Fashionable Vacation Dresses

Fashionable Vacation Dresses

Whether you’re jetting off to an exotic destination or staying close to home, vacations are a great time to break out your favorite travel dresses. Look for ones that are easy to pack (no ironing required!), wrinkle-resistant, and can be worn casually or dressed up for dinner.

From a relaxed poplin silhouette to a jacquard wrap dress, these vacation-friendly pieces can take you from the plane ride to post-beach drinks.

1. PrAna Sundress

SCHEELS carries a full range of prAna dresses including light, floaty styles perfect for a warm-weather vacation. The brand draws vacation dresses inspiration from all over the world so it’s no surprise that every dress carries bold hues and eye-catching prints. Try the Fernie Dress, which is great for throwing on over a bikini at the beach or keeping in your weekend bag for that girl’s trip. It’s made with a crinkle woven fabric so it won’t wrinkle in your luggage.

The Cantine Dress from prAna is another travel-friendly style that never wrinkles. It’s also made from a blend of recycled polyester and spandex, so it’s soft and moves with you while looking stunning for all of your summer adventures. It’s also bluesign® approved and includes an interior shelf bra, removable modesty cups and mesh lining for support. It’s an absolute no-brainer for those who want to worry less and experience more.

3. Farm Rio Halter Dress

The Brazilian label Farm Rio has heaps of ultra-feminine dresses, from swimwear to midi and maxi styles. This particular halter dress is a stunner. Its light-colored illustrated patterning is both playful and tropical. Its slender halter neckline features beaded tassel details for an added touch of flair. Its loose-fitting midi hem is relaxed with deep side slits.

Pair this eye-catching halter dress with nude sandals for a summery look that will keep the crowds oohing and aahing. It’s a great pick for strutting around a beachy town or enjoying a sunset stroll with your significant other.

Aside from its kaleidoscope of bold colors and exotic silhouettes, the brand prides itself on being a sustainable company with an emphasis on giving back to nature. They work with non-profits like SOS Mata Atlantica and One Tree Planted to plant trees in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest and Amazon rainforest. Equal parts effortless and elevated, this halter dress is sure to impress on your next summery escape. PureWow editors select every item that appears on this page, and we may earn commissions for purchases made through our links.

4. Reformation Puffed Sleeves Dress

The LBD gets a darling twist with precious puff sleeves and a sleek curve-hugging silhouette, just like this red silk-satin mini dress from Reformation. Style it with chunky sneakers and a baguette for a casual brunch date, or go sultry by pairing it with strappy stilettos and statement earrings for a night out.

Puff sleeves have ballooned to fairytale proportions over the last few years, and while this trend may be a bit too much for stay-at-home comfort, it is perfect for vacation dresses outdoor adventures. Unlike the sleep-in-style frocks of old, these new styles are made to be seen in, and this Reformation Kenzi mini dress is the perfect example.

Sustainably crafted in Los Angeles from linen, this midi dress features short puff sleeves and a delicate sweetheart neckline with bow detail. Wear it with a straw hat and sneakers for a day at the farmers market, or throw on a blazer and heels as the sun goes down for drinks with your squad. This piece is a Planet Conscious product, which means that it has been independently certified to meet strict environmental and social criteria.

5. Jacquard Wrap Dress

The classic wrap dress gets an elegant makeover with this navy jacquard design. The dark color accentuates your figure and looks polished at all kinds of summer events. It features a V-neckline decorated with flock dots, shirred detailing, a self-tie bowknot at waist to define your curves and pleats at the hem for added flair. Pair it with leather heels or sandals for a look that is as chic as you are. For more laid back occasions, wear this dress as a beach cover-up over your swimsuit or leave it unwrapped for a romantic stroll through the sun kissed sand. This piece comes in a low-maintenance fabric that is easy to wash and travels well. Add a few color pop accessories for a finishing touch.