Dresses

Here's a round up of several summer dresses for the dog days of summer. If you want or need more coverage, I've added a small section of cotton cardigans.

I have posted about dresses for your body shape here: bethanysiggins.com/2022/06/16/the-best-dress-for-your-body-shape/.

If you'd like a personalized shop focused on dresses or summer attire, email me at bethany@bethanysiggins.com. Learn more about me at www.bethanysiggins.com

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Summer Dresses

31 Items

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hobbs.com »
  • Bethany on Aug 10, 2022

    Not summer. A lovely fall cocktail dress. Works for hourglass shapes. Higher waist is good for creating the illusion of longer legs.

cos.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 30, 2022

    This also comes in black. This halter neck and swing style on the bottom would work well for in inverted triangle as we seek to minimize the shoulders and add volume to her lower half. It could work for an apple, but I'd opt for a style that has less volume at the hem.

sundancecatalog.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Could work nicely on the pear shape. Flattering high/low hem.

madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Good for rectangular body shapes to create a shape by cinching under the bust where we are narrow. Open neckline is flattering for those with a bust.

nordstrom.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    The curvier you are, the better this dress will look. The curves will fill out the space well without clinging.

onequince.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Could work nicely on both the apple shape and the rectangle. Very easy style with a little swing to the hem.

madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Easy-going for most body shapes. The material is no iron, which is always nice.

nordstrom.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Another summer work dress. Remove the belt loops and wear loose if you do not have a defined waist. For those with a waist, cinched shows your shape. Could work for most body shapes.

onequince.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Nice for the hourglass shape with a defined waist when tied. Good for casual office or with flat sandals on the weekend.

stories.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    An intriguing shape that works for hourglass and could do nicely on rectangle shapes that need filling out at the shoulder line.

universalstandard.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Great for the apple shape. A slight taper to just under the knee is very figure flattering.

nordstrom.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    A shirt dress is typically best on a person with a smaller bust and with some shape like an hourglass or slight rectangle.

madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Cotton/Tencel blend, this will breath. Makes for a smart office look.

thereformation.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Good for the hourglass that is less curvy. The straight neckline is flattering on a smaller bust.

madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Elegant for a casual summer wedding. Best on hourglass and rectangle shapes.

jmclaughlin.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    This could work nicely on the hourglass, rectangle or pear shapes. Good for nicer summer parties.

jmclaughlin.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Lots of stretch in this dress that could work nicely for a summer party, date night or a concert. Good for rectangle and hourglass.

neimanmarcus.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Diane von Furstenberg

saksfifthavenue.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Birds of Paradis

neimanmarcus.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Dress the Population

saksfifthavenue.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Kay Unger

nordstromrack.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Love this flirty style from Nordstrom Rack.

net-a-porter.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Could work well on a rectangle shape with a small bust.

saksfifthavenue.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Trina Turk

neimanmarcus.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Tadashi Shoji

universalstandard.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Crew neck is good for an apple shape with a smaller bust. Do the v-neck version if you are busy. The tank version could be great on the inverted triangle.

madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    100% silk summer party dress could be nice on inverted triangle shapes, as well as apple shapes.

neimanmarcus.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    Trina Turk

nordstrom.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Another good work dress for the hourglass shape. Could work on a slim rectangle.

gravitasnewyork.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 16, 2022

    It's black and long-sleeved, so not exactly "summer." However, it is one of my favorite dress styles for the oval/apple body shape.

nordstrom.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    This can work for most body shapes. It could be cinched to show a waist or worn loose. Good for the office with a little jacket or on the weekend with flat sandals.

Cardigans

8 Items

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madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Wear this open over shorter (knee-length) dresses. Best for a smaller bust shape.

madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Another good "office" cardigan. I like the ribbed texture.

madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Love the checkerboard pattern on this one.

madewell.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    I own this cropped cardigan and wore the heck out of it before it got too hot.

bodenusa.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    I love the little puff sleeve on this cotton sweater.

bodenusa.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Put over your dresses for more coverage.

bodenusa.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    This printed cardigan is on sale and great over solid-colored dresses.

bodenusa.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    This linen cardigan is cropped and looks a bit more "business." I love all the color combos.

Finishing Touch

18 Items

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bananarepublic.gap.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Braided sandal is a big trend.

seychellesfootwear.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Simple and chic.

jmclaughlin.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Limited sizes available. A gorgeous, classic finishing touch.

jmclaughlin.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    More sizes available in this slide.

seychellesfootwear.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Lots of great color options on this knotted sandal.

stevemadden.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    I'm a fan of the flatform sandal. I wear mine like crazy!

nordstrom.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Sometimes just a simple slide on block heel is what's needed. Good for casual summer parties or date night.

stevemadden.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Another good date night option. Not too high.

bodenusa.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    A low block heel sandal is my current favorite "dress up" sandal.

bodenusa.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    A classic espadrille is never wrong.

bodenusa.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    To show off your pedicure.

us.frankie4.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Love the blush color of this sneaker.

adidas.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Are you ready for sneakers with summer dresses? Try it and see. You may love it. In my opinion, it works best on dresses with a slightly shorter hem like knee length or upper calf.

pamelamunson.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Hard crushing on this straw tote.

markandgraham.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Love this wicker bag.

markandgraham.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Monogrammed is always fun.

markandgraham.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    I've admired this tote for a while.

jcrew.com »
  • Bethany on Jun 15, 2022

    Love this color. Several color options on this rope tote.