Lightweight Dresses Under $100 (Beat the Heat!)

Self Magazine

by Paige Depaolis



Courtesy of Banana Republic, Macy's, Gap, Anthropologie, Forever 21, BCBG
Courtesy of Banana Republic, Macy's, Gap, Anthropologie, Forever 21, BCBG

Is it just us, or is the summer heat pretty much unbearable these days? We'd be content to wear our scantiest pajamas all day but, ya know, that doesn't exactly qualify as office-appropriate. So, how to dress for the weather?

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These breezy dresses should do the trick. Made with lightweight materials, each is as comfy as your favorite nightie, but these dresses also cover enough to make 'em totally SFW.

Better yet? They're under $100 each.

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But if these picks don't strike your fancy, keep an eye out for the crazy sales that big retailers launch this time of year. You can walk in almost anywhere and find a dress off the rack.

And of course, shop our picks:

1. Banana Republic Drawstring Halter Dress, $98.

2. Rachel Rachel Roy Sleeveless Dress, $69.99.

3. Gap Printed Split-Neck Tunic Dress, $30.

4. Anthropologie Petal Stamp Dress, $79.95.

5. Forever 21 Crochet Dress, $29.80.

6. BCBG Lizze Lace Tunic with Contrast Stripes, $99.20.

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