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The 7 Dress Trends Perfect for Summer

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Arizona chapter.

Graduation is in exactly twenty-two days, which means summer is also in twenty-two days, but who’s counting besides me anyways? Summer is the perfect time to sport fun and cute fashion trends. I mean who doesn’t love being prepared for a good Instagram picture? So, to help you get ready for the upcoming season’s collection of Instagramable photos, here are the seven dress trends perfect for summer:

TIE DYE

As a kid, there wasn’t one summer where I didn’t get my hands colorful by tie-dying my shirts. This trend is perfect for summer and embracing your childhood side with your adult sense of style. This trend is ideal with bright colors and fun hairstyles.

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ANIMAL PRINT

Animal print became popular in the 1960s during the Bohemian moment, so if you’re looking something that shows off your free-spirited, but super fun side, this is the trend for you. Animal print can help you make that bold statement to your friends, or crush, at your summer outings. This trend also has a wide selection of designs since it is not just specific to the regular cheetah print.

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NEON

You have probably seen Instagram influencers sporting neon, so now it’s your turn! Neon dresses are the perfect way to express your fun and outgoing personality at all your summer outings. Neon is the best new trend so make sure you hop on that bandwagon. 

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PUFF SLEEVES

Puff sleeves are the fashion’s versions of supply us with a built-in air conditioner. The sleeves provide a breeziness that is much needed for those hot summer days ahead of us. Say goodbye to pit stains and hello to puff-sleeved dresses!

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FLORAL

Florals for summertime can never get old, never, or half of my summer closet will be out of trend. They are perfect attire to pack for summer vacations or a fun summer date dress. Florals in summer may not be the most original idea, but some trends may never die.

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CRINKLE CUT

This type of material is fun and can be combined with a bunch of different attires. Whether you want to go for more of a sporty look and pair it with fashionable sneakers or make it more dressed up with a cardigan and heels, this design will be perfect for the summer. And especially perfect when paired with bright colors.

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WALLPAPER

This trend is a fresh take on the usual floral designs that are usually a critical component for summer dresses. The design of the print stands out and is fun to be added with softer tones to allow the dress to make the statement it deserves. You’ll be a trendsetter in no time!

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Dayne DiSesa

Arizona '19

Dayne DiSesa is a senior at the University of Arizona. She is double majoring in Gender and Women Studies and Creative Writing, and working on fulfilling her life long dream of becoming a social worker. Dayne is a proud owner of two guinea pigs (Buritos and Dorritios), 20 dreamcatchers, and a car she named after Betty White. You can follow her on instagram: @sunflowersanddaynishes.