Cotton fabric is super soft and comfortable, and great for those hot summer days thanks to its ability to absorb large amounts of moisture. Did you know it’s also good for those summer storms or static shocks? Electricity doesn’t build up readily onto cotton clothes.

But really, who care so much about facts, right? All we care about is how amazing cute cotton summer dresses look and feel!

From flowy and flirty to short and sexy, cotton dresses are perfect for day or night. For daytime relaxing, choose something that isn’t too tight, and avoid darker colors! Bright, light colors help to reduce heat, while darker colors tend to absorb heat. Stay cool in a flowing, bright colored maxi, or if you want to show a little more skin, try a chic halter dress. For a night on the town, try a slightly darker color, with a medium-short length and scooped or v-shaped neck line. Empire waists and flowing, slightly ruffled fabric is totally in now for cute cotton summer dresses.

It’s easier than ever to find super cute plus size summer dresses, all you need to know is the right place to look. I love shopping online, it’s simple, fast, and you can find so many different places that offer plus sized clothes! My favorite shops are ones like woman within, igigi, torrid (they have hello kitty shirts!!)

For plus sizes, I recommend wearing dresses of a medium length, with an empire waist or a belt that wraps around, as these accentuate curves and draw the eye away from anything you might not like. Single colors mixed with vibrant patterns is so in, and it conceals all the right places, giving you a sleek, curvy, sexy figure.  I love the “breezy morning dress” at igigi. Blue and white, with a delicate swirling pattern at the bottom and a white band around the top below the bust, it’s absolutely adorable and perfect to wear to that up coming summer party!

Bold prints

Bold prints are in, baby. Bright colored floral prints, ethnic tribe designs, animal print, they’re all super popular right now. If you want to wear a bold patterned print, I recommend a small strapped, v-neck dress or a cute wrap around maxi, which totally fits in with the flowy summer vibe. Don’t add too many accessories also, as they will overwhelm bold prints easily. Keep it simple with maybe a bohemian necklace, like Vanessa Hudgens likes to wear, some cute strappy sandals or some wooden bangles.

Longer, sleeker lines

It’s no longer cute to wear dresses up to there. Long, sexy lines are key now. Empire waists, long flowing fabric, those are definitely in tune with this years cute casual summer dresses. For a daytime, flirty, casual look stick with dresses at knee length or longer, ladies. It may sound old school, but those super cute, bright color bohemian dresses are totally in, and the more flow, the better. Plus it gives you an excuse not to shave your legs.

If you’re more of a night owl, then a sexy, bright colored cami dress is perfect. I personally love Erotokritos cami dress, with it’s mix of pink and black, and just a hint of silver, it definitely says “time to party!”

Off the shoulder

Like those gorgeous peasant blouses, dresses that have one, or both straps off the shoulder are absolutely fabulous. Simple, light colors are key. I love off the shoulder tee dresses, you can wear them anywhere! And they’re perfect for pairing with cute accessories and bulky purses. Remember, keep it simple!

Now that you know what to look for, the next question is, where to find it?
My personal picks are places like Forever21, Blooms, Charlotte Russe, etc. They’re all super affordable.
Windors is my next favorite, because although they do have a selection of rather expensive dresses, if you look in the sale sections they have really cute cheap ones. I bought a tube dress there for only $20, it’s gorgeous!
Department stores and vintage thrift shops also have nice selections, especially for the bohemian, 70s/80s dresses, since they have such a wide variety of styles and prices.
American Eagle, Pacsun .. those are typically more expensive, but they always have a nice beachy style.

Most importantly when shopping for cute casual summer dresses, is to have fun!

Enjoy Summer

xoxo