For summer, after months of styling heavy colors and shades, you’re looking to give your wardrobe a much-needed breath of fresh air. We saw pale blue dresses all over the spring/summer runways, and now this trend is making its way into stores, and it looks like exactly the palate cleanser I’ve been looking for.
In keeping with the energetic spirit of the warm-weather season, the pale blue dress trend taps into colors that are currently in circulation, with shades of sky blue that we’ll (hopefully) be seeing more of. It is reflected. Featuring an optimistic and calming vibe, this new color trend offers an easy way to elevate your wardrobe without feeling like you need to jump on the bandwagon.
Pale blue may seem like too difficult a color to style, but we’re used to incorporating it into our everyday looks in the form of mid-wash jeans. Paired with almost every color in our collection, the pale blue dress trend takes advantage of the versatility of denim hues to create vibrant designs that somehow feel new and familiar.
Already a mainstay in many wardrobes, I believe the pale blue trend color is one of the few shades that truly looks good on everyone. Curate Your Style’s color analysts Hannah and Sophia confirmed my theory, with a few caveats. “Blue is an incredibly versatile color that appears in all 12 seasons in our seasonal color analysis. The ideal blue depends on the temperature of your coloring. If you’re looking for warmth in your undertones, choose the most Consider blending blue and green for a cool look. Cool-toned people will find it easy to coordinate with pale blues that blend with cool tones.
Color expert Francesca Cairns agrees: “Light blue is often considered a universal color as it complements a wide range of skin tones and hair colors.” Styled well with rich colors such as burgundy and chocolate brown that support brighter hues, this color also pairs very well with “neutral classic looks such as white, beige, and gray.” cairns.
While we’re shopping for midi and maxi styles perfect for the wedding-packed summer, we’ve also been falling in love with the playful pale blue minidresses we’ve been seeing on the high street lately.
From the new Victoria Beckham and Mango collaboration to Reformation and Rixo, we’ve rounded up the season’s best pale blue dresses below. To know more about the pale blue dress trend, read and shop below.
Shop our compilation of the best pale blue dresses here:
reform
Delilah linen dress
This pretty linen dress looks beautiful when paired with pearl or silver jewelry.
mango
Asymmetrical Satin Dress with Gathered Opening – Women’s
This asymmetrical dress is part of a collaboration between Victoria Beckham and Mango, and it won’t be around for long.
Sizes range from 6 to 20.
whistle
Gemma Slim Fit Strapless Stretch Recycled Polyester Maxi Dress
This elegant dress is perfect for summer, when there are many weddings.
This is destined to sell out during the season.
reform
Maven knit dress
Stella McCartney
Asymmetric organic cotton poplin shirt dress
Knee-length dresses go well with high boots,
Ghost
Eddie satin back crepe midi dress
Pair it with knee-high boots or with a Mary Jane.
Zara
plain knit wrap long dress
A long sleeve dress perfect for chilly spring days.
retro fete
Shiloh crystal-embellished silk-blend mesh dress
This floor-skimming gown also comes in beige.
french connection
Effie bouclé shift dress
This elegant mini looks super chic when paired with brown knee-high boots.
Zara
Striped mini dress with lace trim
This billowing minidress will keep you comfortable even on the hottest summer days.
Rotate Birger Christensen
Puff-sleeve pleated satin midi dress
CB’s house
Scoop-neck stretch cotton-blend midi dress
Style it with high heels or pair it with ballet flats.
Simkhai
Jazz Pleated Cotton Blend Poplin Midi Shirt Dress
This design has darts at the waist to emphasize the silhouette.