Fashion decrees that everyone should consider owning a little black dress, but there's an equally viable case to be made for the little white dress. Not that it has to be little (especially if you're wearing your LWD in the city rather than at the beach), but as long as it's crisp and bright white, then you're good to go. There's just something unapologetically summer-like and optimistic about this shade, be it lacy and whimsical or linen and minimalist. What's more, the basic warm-weather staple was a pretty big deal on the S/S 24 runways.
"Much like the majority of the new-season collections, here we have another summer staple, but one that designers have reimagined in line with the 'keep it simple but never boring' mantra," says Who What Wear UK's fashion editor, Remy Farrell.
Below, you'll find an edit of the best white dresses to invest in now that'll see you through the summer. Before that, however, feast your eyes on the ways influencers wear their little white dresses for all the white-dress outfit inspiration you need.
Shop the Best White Dresses for Summer 2024:
Style Notes: Puffy sleeves are always a good idea—particularly on white dresses.
Dôen always delivers very chic white dresses.
This simple style is so beautiful.
Puffball hemlines are a key 2024 trend.
Minimal but no less special.
This mini is perfect for a holiday or summer in the city.
This hangs so beautifully on the body.
Style Notes: Incredibly versatile, white dresses can be dressed up or down.
Reformation dresses always impress me, but the white styles are in a league of their own.
This feels so authentically '90s. Just add thong sandals.
I think we can all agree, this option is a bargain.
This dress comes in an array of beautiful colours, but the white iteration is the most premium-looking IMO.
A pretty smocked style can be dressed up or down.
A dress that was made for twirling.
You really need to see the detailing on this dress up close.
Style Notes: The trend isn’t limited to midis or maxis—minis also look so striking in white.
Style Notes: Don't be afraid to contrast your white dress with black accessories.
I just know this white dress will sell out fast.
SEA always does the prettiest styles.
What would summer be without some crochet?
This also comes in a black, a gingham and an ikat print.
Modest and so stylish.
Style Notes: Metallic accessories will take your little white dress from day to night.
This will dress up or down with ease.
This was made to be worn with strappy sandals and a raffia bag.
The asymmetric hemline is so elegant.
A shirt dress is great for travelling.
I've seen this in real life, and it's perfect.
The ultimate throw-on.
Style Notes: Flounces and puff sleeves only add to the charm of white dresses.
So sweet.
This also comes in chocolate brown and a gorgeous coral-red.
The perfect LWD.
So easy to wear.
Chances are you've seen this style all over your instagram this summer already.
I personally love a summer dress with a sleeve.
Great for a holiday.
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