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Easy, straightforward and the epitome of breezy, chuck-on dresses will become a wardrobe staple.
The virtues of the easy-peasy summer dress have been extolled at large. From the floaty trapeze maxi dress to micro smock mini dresses, a simple frock is a no-brainer when it comes to styling out the warmer months.
But forget everything you thought you knew, because there’s a new girl in town you need to familiarise yourself with: the chuck-on dress.
As the name suggests, the appeal of the humble chuck-on dress lies in its ease. Think promised five-second dressing on a stressful morning – this is exactly why the chuck-on dress exists. This is a souped-up, glorified version of the humble house dresses in which we saw out most of the pandemic.
Chuck-on dresses are the sartorial solution to even the most seasoned of dressers; these are neither form-fitting, nor do they have any notable detailing. They are simply throw-over-your-head-and-get-out-of-the-door dresses, they are the epitome of simple summer styling. These are the 11 we’re snapping up for the warm months that lie ahead (you’re welcome).
Topshop textured poplin chuck-on dress
Topshop textured poplin chuck-on dress Bright bursts of emerald green have always been a style staple for the summer months, but never have they looked better than in the form of this statement-making chuck-on dress.
Never Fully Dressed Pebble Patsy dress
Never Fully Dressed Pebble Patsy dress Never Fully Dressed’s colourful dresses are perfect for making you smile even if the weather isn’t playing ball, and the tie-neck Pebble Patsy dress is no exception.
C/Meo Collective The Tell You dress
C/Meo Collective The Tell You dress Twiin is the London-based boutique that stocks pieces from places that are exclusively sunny, which means it’s a go-to for summer staples, including this black chuck-on dress.
Albaray patchwork print dress
Albaray patchwork print dress Patchwork details are still going strong. Throw this dress over your head, sweep your hair from your face and slip your feet into your favourite trainers for an easy chuck-on dress look.
Simply Be navy checked dress
Simply Be navy checked dress Chuck-on dresses needn’t be floor-sweeping and ankle-grazing, they also take the form of minis too. This checked iteration is perfect for wearing to the office during the summer.
Free People Feeling Groovy maxi dress
Free People Feeling Groovy maxi dress The beauty of chuck-on dresses lies in their minimal to no level of effort. This pretty pink floral version is a prime example of how impactful, yet effortless, they can be.
Nobody’s Child Plus Rachel midi dress
Nobody's Child Plus Rachel checked midi dress Given that it’s wedding season, it pays to consider what you might wear to and from the celebrations this summer. We’ve got our eyes planted firmly on this floral midi to do just the trick.
Superdry limited edition tiered maxi dress
Superdry limited edition tiered maxi dress We’ve never met a dress we didn’t like and that’s certainly true with Superdry’s tiered maxi dress, which is both effortless and impactful.
Hush Tamara sheer maxi dress
Hush Tamara sheer maxi dress The key with chuck-on dresses is to ensure that their fit is loose and not too form-fitting. Hush’s Tamara dress is the perfect example of a chuck-on dress of dreams.
Cos tiered A-line maxi dress
Superdry limited edition tiered maxi dress Tiered dresses manage to keep you breezy but still looking sartorially put-together. Try this maxi with chunky sandals for a simple yet elevated daytime summer look.
Rixo Elena seersucker dress
Rixo Elena seersucker dress Rixo’s seersucker dresses are a no-brainer for summer. Wear this mini with a pair of cat-eye sunglasses and some chunky trainers for a simple style formula that will work time and time again.
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