17+ Best Summer Maxi Dresses of 2023.
Summer is a great season for maxi dresses. You can get bold printed maxis, solid maxis, and a variety of styles of maxis. The best part is that you can wear a maxi for just about any planned summer occasion.
Maxis are my ‘go-to’ fashion item to wear. Usually, I pair my maxi with flats, but when I want to dress up, I add a fun pair of wedges.
I put together a list of some of the best summer maxi dresses I’ve seen online. Comment below and let me know if you’re a fan of them!
Carly-Rae’s Top Best Summer Maxi Dresses of 2023
Trendiest: RHAPSODY POPLIN MAXI DRESS
“I adore this maxi. It is so trendy with the halter style and pattern. I would definitely add some chunky bracelets to complete this look.”
Most Sophisticated:WDIRARA Women’s Square Neck Flounce Shirred Maxi
“For me, the sleeves on this maxi dress add a great touch of sophistication that I love. It gives instantly makes this one I’d wear for a casual work event.”
Best for a Beach Day: OCEANS OF LOVE MULTI OMBRE MAXI DRESS
“This is a great beach day maxi. The colors, the pattern, the style…it screams beach day! You can pair it with simple sandals, and you’re ready to go.”
Most Unique: ZESICA Women’s 2023 Summer Crossover Halter
“This maxi has such a unique neckline. The pattern is also one I’ve not seen before and love!”
1. EMBRACE THE MOMENT ELECTRIC PURPLE HALTER MAXI DRESS
This maxi dress has the WOW vibe I LOVE! It’s perfect for a summer wedding or any summer occasion. The halter neckline and added side slit give this maxi a trendy twist. Plus, I adore the neutral accessories with this.
2. Paola Sleeveless Embroidered Maxi Dress
I selected this baby blue printed maxi dress because I adore the neckline. The slight ruffle in the front gives this dress a great trendy twist. The length is also great because whether you’re short or tall, it can look great without needing the bottom hemmed. Definitely a top fav on my list of best summer maxi dresses!
3. ANRABESS Women’s Casual Loose Short Sleeve Long Dress
This casual maxi dress I had to include in my list of best summer maxi dresses. It comes in a variety of colors and is super soft. It’s perfect for a casual beach day or if you have to do errands and need cute, but simple to wear.
4. Giana Orange Front Tie Maxi Dress
This lemon print screams summer! The tie front adds a touch of trendy too. Pair this with your favorite neutral pair of shoes (or even a pair of yellow sandals), and you’re ready to go to a fun summer party!
5. CANCUN CRUSHING PINK AND YELLOW SMOCKED MAXI DRESS
The bright hues make this maxi dress pop! I love the bright pink added to the yellow hue. It makes this maxi scream summer. I also really like this maxi pair with neutral shoes as pictured above!
6. Isa Cotton Dress
This white maxi dress is great for summer. It has an elegant style that is hard to find in a maxi. Pair this with a simple pair of heels and your look is complete. I love how this maxi does the talking!
7. RHAPSODY POPLIN MAXI DRESS
This maxi dress is great for an occasion! The halter style mixed with the stripes is a great evening summertime look. I adore this maxi pair with a simple pair of heels or flats.
8. ANRABESS Women’s Summer Loose Kimono Maxi Dress
This kimono maxi is on the list because the style is great! The sleeves add a great twist, and so does the tie waist. I also love this bohemian-style print for a summertime night out.
9. ONE FOR FATE BLUE FLORAL HALTER MAXI DRESS
Blue is my favorite summer color! I love the blue hue with the white. It makes this maxi pop, especially for summer! I also love it with the fun pair of neutral shoes!
10. WDIRARA Women’s Square Neck Flounce Shirred Maxi
This neutral maxi dress comes in a variety of colors. The sleeves are a unique edition that makes it an appropriate maxi to wear for a variety of summer occasions. It’s why I included it in my list of best summer maxi dresses!
11. SWEET PARADISE LONG SLEEVE PURPLE FLORAL MAXI DRESS
I adore the fun purple print of this maxi! The different shades of purple make this one stand out from others. I also really like the neckline and the slight ruffle on the bottom.
12. ALWAYS ON THE SUNNY SIDE ORANGE FLORAL HALTER MAXI DRESS
The orange color of this maxi dress combined with the fun floral print makes this maxi pop! I love how you add some bright accessories to this maxi. It makes it a fun girl’s night out summertime look!
13. SWEET BLISS GREEN GINGHAM MAXI DRESS
I love gingham! As soon as I saw this maxi, I had to include it on my list of summer maxi dresses! The gorgeous color and print combined with the neutral shoes make this a fun daytime summer look.
14. Vintage Boho Maxi Dress
This maxi dress has been on my list of most popular since I got mine. The pattern allows for this dress to do the talking, and it’s so comfortable on. It comes in other patterns and colors, so you can pick your favorite and instantly be in style!
15. DAYS LIKE THESE BLACK MAXI DRESS
A black maxi dress is a staple. It can be paired with a denim jacket for a more casual look or with a blazer if you need to go out with clients. I had to include this one in my best summer maxi dresses because of how versatile it is to wear.
16. ZESICA Women’s 2023 Summer Crossover Halter
This unique halter-style maxi dress is gorgeous. I love the bold hues and the pattern. It’s great for date night or a day out with friends. You can pair it with heels, wedges, or flats and still look trendy!
17. GIVE ME SOME HOPE BROWN/WHITE PRINTED MAXI DRESS
This neutral maxi adds just the right amount of sexy. I love the slit and the neckline. Pair this with a neutral shoe, and you are instantly in style for summer.
18. OCEANS OF LOVE MULTI OMBRE MAXI DRESS
This is a beautiful maxi dress to bring on a beach vacation. The light tones add a whimsical feel, and it looks great with a simple pair of flats or heels.
Table of Contents
Are maxi dresses in for summer?
In short, yes! Maxi dresses are in all year round. They are perfect for a variety of occasions. They come in so many different styles and patterns.
Why wear a maxi dress in summer?
Maxi dresses are great for summer because the material is lightweight. They are also versatile and can easily be dressed up or down for any occasion during summer.
Is a maxi dress flattering?
Yes! Maxi dresses are very flattering for all figures because so many different styles are available. You can get petite maxi dresses if you are short and regular (or longer) if you are taller. I really like how maxi dresses have many different fits.