The shift dress trend is summer's most chic and practical buy

If there’s one thing I’ve learned about warm-weather dressing, it’s that less is more. Nothing is more unflattering than multiple layers on a sweltering day when your hair is sticking to your forehead and your cheeks are red. Instead, I’ve learned that it’s best to stick to one outfit, if possible. In my experience, a shift dress is the perfect piece for this purpose.

This comfortable dress trend falls in an A-line style from the arms and hugs your body without clinging. Perfect for hot summer days, the simple silhouette makes getting ready in the morning easier and less daunting.

A well-known favourite, the elegant dress has been a staple all summer long, but this year it’s more popular than ever, with so much of 2024 fashion revolving around simple, timeless pieces.

It is often worn cutely with trendy flip flops or stylish ballet flats, but on cloudy days we also see the dress trend paired with knee-high boots or loafers, further proving the versatility of the dress.

A classic shape that never goes out of style, this elegant dress has been around since the 60s. Although it has gone in and out of fashion since then, shift dresses for 2024 are primarily made from lightweight linen and cotton and are designed in classic colours that can be worn for the coming summers.

Shift dresses are taking the fashion scene by storm and quickly making their way into store shelves, so from lightweight linen styles by Reformation to beautiful printed dresses by Kitri, scroll through our collection of the best shift dresses to buy this season.