Find Your Perfect Sundress

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A summer's sun is worth the having.

Most everyone enjoys the warm rays of the summer sun. But frankly, it can get too hot with the same old jeans and t-shirt, and you can't very well wear your swimsuit all season. The solution? Invest in a few great sundresses to keep you cool and free.

Sundresses (sometimes called summer dresses) come in as many styles, colors, and print as you can imagine, so you're sure to find one that flatters your figure and fits your personality.

I've narrowed it down to what seem to be the most popular sundresses along with tons of photos, links, and tips. And if you're interested in any of the dresses featured alongside the Amazon products, just click the image for details.

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First Things First - Finding Your Style 

There are so many different styles of sundresses that it might be difficult deciding which one looks best on you. Good thing this article exists! It'll tell you exactly what styles will flaunt your assets and cover your flaws.

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Simple Sundresses 

  1. Black Jersey Tiered Dress at Betsey Johnson, $310
  2. Emanation Scoopneck at Anthropologie, $49.95
  3. Glass House Dress at French Connection, $178
  4. Milly Crochet Cotton Dress at Net-a-Porter, $275
  5. BDG Terry T-shirt Dress at Urban Outfitters, $48
  6. Pocket Front Knit Dress at Heritage 1981, $16.90
  7. Michael Stars V Cami Dress at Revolve Clothing, $58
  8. Racerback Tank Dress at C&C California, $45

Floral Sundresses 

  1. Floral Shop Dress at Modcloth, $69.99
  2. Vanessa Satin Floral Dress at Forever 21, $24.80
  3. Twenty8Twelve Silk Floral Print Dress at My Theresa, $468.93
  4. Ruby Rox Emma Woven Dress at Dillard's, $46.23
  5. Chiffon Exploded Floral Print Maxi Dress at Arden B, $49.99
  6. Kimchi Blue Floral Chiffon Racer Dress at Urban Outfitters, $58
  7. Tibi Incognito Silk Linen Dress at Chick Downtown, $350
  8. Uttam Cream Floral Dress at Dorothy Perkins, £35 (about $58)

Shopping Tip

You can find great deals on sundresses in the winter when they aren't in demand.

Purple Sundresses 

  1. Jersey Shirred Dress at Splendid, $119
  2. Volcom Dillonex Dress at Zappos, $52
  3. Judie Knit Dress at Delia's, $14.99
  4. Dot Textured Dress at Heritage 1981, $24.90
  5. Marc by Marc Jacobs Primrose Garden Cotton Sundress at Net-a-Porter, $430
  6. Nicole Miller Bell Sleeve Shift Dress at Nordstrom, $115.90
  7. Free People Dream Catcher Dress at Shop Bop, $128
  8. T-BAGS Tiered Mini Dress at Revolve Clothing, $206

Black & White Sundresses 

  1. Journee Collection Black/White Strap Dress at Target, $54.99
  2. The Live Concert Dress at Modcloth, $74.99
  3. French Dress at French Connection, £95.00 (about $145)
  4. Rainbeaux Ditsy Floral Dress with Contrast Strap and Belt at ASOS, £54.00 (about $82)
  5. Polka Dot Chiffon Dress at Forever 21, $22.80
  6. Braided Halter Babydoll Sweater Dress at Arden B., $48
  7. Contrast Ribbon Sweater Dress at Forever 21, $29
  8. Nanette Lepore Jump Rope Dress at Revolve Clothing, $143

Maxi Sundresses 

  1. Tribal Knit Print Dress at Heritage 1981, $24.80
  2. Ranna Gill Gorgeous Green Maxi Dress at eDressMe, $380
  3. Sweetees Mirai White Maxi Dress at Chick Downtown, $144
  4. Adrianna Papell Halter Maxi Dress at Nordstrom, $69.90
  5. Nicole Miller Magenta Incantation Print Silk Maxi Dress at Bluefly, $318
  6. Leopard Chiffon Maxi Dress at Charlotte Russe, $32.99
  7. Haven Lanai Printed Knit Maxi Dress at Nordstrom, $42.90
  8. Splendid Jersey Maxi Dress at Net-a-Porter, $155

Sundresses in Action! 

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Brushstroke by Logan Antill

Emma, barefoot, in a sun-dress, ran through the sunshine under a snapping spray ...

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Almost Candid Couple by MaplessInSeattle

The problem with taking candid photos is every once in a while, you're spotted. ...

Summer girl by SuziJane

A bridesmaid's hat from my sister's wedding, I discovered it went quite well wit...

4-12-08, lazy summer dress by iluvrhinestones

i got this crazy jersey from value village. the print is a graph with triangles,...

dress from XXI! by (nutmeg)

Adorable summer dress by All about the clothes!

Array by Billa

Laura and her mother by Katie@!

Little Laura and her loving mother.

me and ang by mahalie

Here's a glimpse of me pre-Tim! That was our white wine summer :o)

Jenny by Thunderchild tm

薔薇の子 by Yuliya Libkina

Model - No name Photo, make-up, hair, processing etc - me

human-bean by Unfurled

summerlove by reebs*

Enjoying Summer While It Lasts by Joe Shlabotnik

On the F Train in Queens, this woman sat down in front of me, pulled out a towel...

val's new dress from xxi by (nutmeg)

mighty fine day for a wedding -- may 3 (day 3) by theogeo

My cousin Keri got married today by the river in Decatur County. It was a sweet ...

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Animal Print Sundresses 

  1. GUESS by Marciano Juniper Roar Mini Dress at Marciano, $138
  2. Kimchi Blue Babydoll Chiffon Dress at Urban Outfitters, $58
  3. Afia Dress in Garden Animal at Diane von Furstenberg, $207
  4. Nanette Lepore Aqua Cheetah Dress at Chick Downtown, $395
  5. Rika Dylan Dress at La Garconne, $247.80
  6. Love Tease Animal Print Bubble Dress at Dillard's, $59
  7. Ella Moss Animal Print Drawstring Dress at Nordstrom, $162
  8. Animal Print Halter Dress at Arden B., $39.99

How to Make a Strapless Sundress

Check out this article at AssociatedContent.com to learn how to make your own strapless sundress.

Funky Printed Sundresses 

  1. Barambu Cubism Halter Dress at Shop Ruche, $37.99
  2. Tracy Reese Paperclip Printed Strapless Dress at The Outnet, $197.50
  3. Abstract Rolled Trim Dress at Forever 21, $27.80
  4. Ecote Smocked Tube Dress at Urban Outfitters, $58
  5. Anna Suit Multi Print Summer Dress at My Theresa, $291.10
  6. World Beat Dress at Modcloth, $49.99
  7. Tribal Knot Dress at Charlotte Russe, $26.99
  8. T-Bags Graphic Print Strapless Sundress at The Outnet, $97.50

Plaid Sundresses 

  1. Floral Plaid Dress at Charlotte Russe, $32.99
  2. Do-Si-Do Dress at Modcloth, $44.99
  3. 213 Industry Plaid Tank Dress at Nordstrom, $118
  4. AE Plaid Dress at American Eagle Outfitters, $44.50
  5. Plaid Tank Dress at Wet Seal, $24.50
  6. See by Chloe Cotton Plaid Dress at My Theresa, $316.05
  7. Plaid Summer Dress at Heritage 1981, $17.80
  8. Rojas Sweetheart Dress at Revolve Clothing, $116

Colorblock Sundresses 

  1. Aqua Combo Colorblock Dress at Bloomingdale's,$78
  2. T-Bags Color Block Maxi Dress at Net-a-Porter, $225
  3. Mary L Couture Colorblocked Halter Gown at Nordstrom, $246
  4. Moa Moa Colorblock Halter Dress at Dillard's, $29
  5. Appropriate Behavior Color Blocked Dress at Macy's, $49
  6. Julian Chang Long Tank Dress at eDressMe, $143
  7. As U Wish Colorblock Layered Dress at Nordstrom, $18.90
  8. Festive Tiered Dress at Heritage 1981, $22.80

Where to Buy Sundresses 

In case you didn't find what you wanted here.

ASOS.com
Features the latest styles from top designers. Tons of dresses and other great clothing and accessories, along with blogs, guides, and lots more related to fashion.
Charlotte Russe.
Officially my favorite store ever! They have a great selection of sundresses, most under $35!
eDressMe.com
Totally hot and stylish sundresses from famous designers. Yours if you're willing to spend some major dough!
JC Penney.
Classy, contemporary sundresses for every occasion at reasonable prices! Check out the flirty dresses too!
Sassy Sundresses.
The name says it all!
Target.
Great styles and colors to choose from, and great prices! Get free shipping on apparel orders over $50!
Urban Outfitters.
Lots of cool, chic sundresses to choose from, most under $100!
Victoria's Secret.
Not only do they sell the some of the sexiest lingerie around, they also sell some of hottest sundresses too!

Striped Sundresses 

  1. Chevron Striped Spaghetti Dress at Fred Flare, $78
  2. AE Boardwalk Dress at American Eagle Outfitters, $44.50
  3. Kimchi Blue Chevron Dress at Urban Outfitters, $58
  4. 6 Degrees Striped Knit Dress at Dillard's, $29
  5. Caranday Dress at Anthropologie, $178
  6. Mandy Minim Dress at French Connection, $79.99
  7. Game Night Dress at Modcloth, $62.99
  8. Striped Top Dress at Forever 21, $19.80

Dyed Sundresses 

  1. BCBGMAXAZRIA Lagoon Ombre Georgette Beaded Halter Dress at Bluefly, $385
  2. Calvin Klein Jeans Dip Dye Tank Dress at Nordstrom, $58.90
  3. Smocked Tie Dye Dress at Forever 21, $19.80
  4. Spiral Silk Tie-Dye Tube Dress at C&C California, $134
  5. Dip Dye Maxi Dress by Kitty at E-DressMe, $97
  6. Batik Bohemia Dress at Modcloth, $62.99
  7. Alice + Olivia Striped Off Shoulder Dress with Tie at Chick Downtown, $440
  8. Leaves of Grass Tie Dye Chiffon Dress at Net-a-Porter, $425

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