With the warmer weather comes the desire to dress lightly. And what could be better than a feminine summer dress? The advantage of this garment is that there’s something for every taste and every body type.
Light fabrics, airy cuts and luminous prints make feminine summer dress a must-have for the summer months. Long or short, sober or floral, romantic or structured, each model reflects a style, a mood, a need for freshness. Here are our favourites for the season, to be chosen according to your figure, the occasion or simply the mood of the moment.
Crochet maxi dress: couture spirit and airy silhouette
This is a feminine summer dress that emphasises refinement without sacrificing lightness. Its fluid lines follow the movement, the waist is emphasised with precision, the discreet sleeves barely touch the shoulders…
It stands on its own, but will happily accept a short jacket or a thin jumper if the evening goes on.
Pleated satin maxi dress: chic from morning to night
This dress has a gentle way of making a statement. Its V-neck, long sleeves and beautifully draped waist create a structured yet soft look.
Its fluid fall is the perfect accompaniment to a chic ceremony or dinner party. A confident piece that’s as elegant as it is comfortable to wear.
Short cotton dress: daring structure
Short and structured, inspired by corsets but designed for movement, this cotton dress has a lot going for it. Its square neckline and wide straps give it an immediate presence. The generously pleated skirt anchors the whole look in a revisited vintage spirit.
Pair it with chunky sandals or flat ballet flats, depending on the mood of the day.
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Printed short dress: a guaranteed tropical getaway
The pattern evokes an exotic place, but the cut is urban. The back is bare, the bow is gold, and the fabric is supple and breathable.
Perfect for a stroll along the harbour or a break under the palm trees. Just what you need to feel light, lively, almost on holiday.
Jacquard knit dress: structure and modernity
Its graphic patterns, stretch fabric and skater shape combine chic style, modernity and comfort. Its flared cut, square collar and wide straps suit all body shapes.
Whether worn on its own or layered, it’s just as suited to a summer evening as it is to an office look.
Spring-summer 2025 trends
The dresses we’ve just listed are sure-fire favourites. And they’re all available from Maje.
To take things a step further, the babydoll is making a comeback this season. Short, roomy and easy to live in, it’s hard to beat it for hot days! The more sober shirt dress, with its short sleeves and button-down collar, is also making a comeback in 2025. Casual with flat sandals, more assertive with strong accessories, you can adapt it to suit the day’s programme.
The bohemian dress is also back, with its light fabrics, embroidery and floral motifs. It works just as well for brunch with friends as for a more formal event. And for those who like a more straightforward cut, slit or draped dresses are still the most flattering. They elongate without overdoing it.
The colour palette is softening this year. Soft pinks, sky blues, pale yellows, soft greens… We’re opting for shades that are luminous without being gaudy, and that work beautifully with tanned skin.
Whether it’s a slim-fitting black dress, a long floral dress, a flowing slit, a flared red dress or a denim dress, the feminine summer dress can be adapted to suit every occasion and every taste. To complete your wardrobe, don’t hesitate to sort by cut, collar shape or pattern, and play with materials. Linen, cotton, tencel or jersey, it doesn’t matter, as long as you feel good in it!
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