The White Beach Dress: the Summer Essential For Every Occasion
Lounging by the water, strolls along the beach at dusk, a nice dinner in the cabana: a white beach dress really does it all.
Ah, the summer. It's a time when you're either lounging by the water or dreaming about your next beach vacation. And the must-have for de-stressing in the sand is, of course, a white beach dress.
The perfect staple, a white beach dress works double time for any vacation need. You can wear a crocheted cover-up over a swimsuit and be ready to cool off in the waves at any point. Or, you can dress up a sundress with heels and a nice clutch for an effortless beachside dinner. With so many ways to wear it, a white beach dress is perfect for tossing a single garment in your luggage and coming out with countless looks. So, keep scrolling for our top picks of the perfect white beach dress for the perfect beach vacation.
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One classic beach silhouette is a puff sleeve with lace panels and button detailing. Comfortable and easy to throw on after tanning all day, this midi dress from House of CB is a great option for an evening outdoors.
House of CB Eviana Silk Midi Dress, $210, Selfridges
For when the air gets cool and breezy by the water, you're going to appreciate that you packed that stunning long-sleeve white beach dress. The buttons on this one give it some versatility as you can decide how many you want to leave open.
Billabong Starry Skies Maxi Dress, $60, Billabong
A pleated white beach dress is a classic, and Staud has some great options. The neckline and scoop-back on this one are so darling for those breezy nights.
Staud Wells Dress White, $285, Staud
Frankies Bikinis knows how to do beachwear. Not only do they have some irresistible swimwear, but their dresses pair perfectly for vacation, too. The slightly sheer fabric and ruched neckline make it a great white beach dress for walking by the waves.
Frankies Bikinis Christabelle Ruffle Maxi Dress, $170, Frankies Bikinis
Not only is crochet perfect for the beach, but so is a matching top and skirt. Wear together for a coordinated look or just the skirt over a bikini and the top with a pair of jean shorts. The options are endless!
Free People Jainsons Nautilus Set, $330, Free People
Anthropologie also has a great selection of beach dresses, all so elegant. But this white beach dress is a casual maxi made for sipping Aperol spritzes on the Amalfi Coast.
Anthropologie Let Me Be Cutout Tiered Dress, $190, Anthropologie
For some cute and feminine dresses, LoveShackFancy is the place to go. This mini dress has adorable cutwork embroidery, and... are those pockets we see!? Nothing gets better.
LoveShackFancy Cinnamon Mini Dress, $325, LoveShackFancy
For another mini option, mix puff sleeves with an eyelet design for an adorable white beach dress for any vacation need.
For Love and Lemons Jocelyn Mini Dress, $279, Revolve
To incorporate a little pop of color, go for something elegant that won't overpower the simplicity of the white. The gold detailing on this eyelet design is so stunning while still maintaining the perfect white beach dress style.
Temptation Positano Strapless Long Gold Dress, $477, Shopbop
Ties are another classic for a white beach dress, especially front ties. This white beach dress keeps it classy but adds a level of interest with the cool side cut-outs.
Nicholas Betty Tiered Cutout Midi Dress, $198, The Outnet
Come for the halter neckline and ruched midi length, and stay for the lovely nautical detailing in the braided trim and ties.
Veronica Beard Tucker Dress, $548, Shopbop
If you couldn't already tell, some of the best places to look for those stylish and beachy summer dresses are from swimwear brands with their own clothing line. Solid & Striped doesn't just rock their cool patterned swim, they also know how to craft a gorgeous crocheted dress.
Solid & Striped The Kimberly Crochet Dress, $318, Solid & Striped
Infinite volume to blow in the wind makes running through the sand down the coast a whimsical dream. A simple plunge neck puts all the focus on the gorgeous billowing hem of this maxi dress from Khaite.
Khaite Lally Sleeveless Cotton Maxi Dress, $2,500, Saks Fifth Avenue
