Wear them on their own to look effortlessly chic or glam them up with accessories for a dressier occasion; they're ready for either dresscodes. 

The summer holidays are here -- time to break out the bikinis, pack extra sunscreen and get comfy in sandals as you hit the beach for a full afternoon of cocktails and canapes. 

After your dose of sun and sea, get glammed up for dinner while still maintaining that prized bohemian island vibe with maxi dresses.

The brilliance lies in them looking dressy yet casual enough. Wear them on their own to look effortlessly chic or glam them up with accessories for a dressier occasion; they're ready for either dresscodes. 


Michael Michael Kors

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Be one with your tropical island destination with this palm print matte jersey maxi dress from Michael Michael Kors.


Tory Burch

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Textured silk blend lends a nice sheen to this maxi dress from Tory Burch while still keeping things cool and breezy for afternoons in the sun.


Alice + Olivia

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 The perfect floor-grazing length, this Alice + Olivia maxi dress with large tonal pink blossoms is designed with slim adjustable crossover straps to flatteringly frame your back.


Anna Sui

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 Inspired by the designer's recent visit to Tahiti and Honolili, this Anna Sui maxi dress features playful pineapple motifs on a luxurious fil coupe silk-blend chiffon that moves beautifully with every step.


Chloe

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Fine silk-mousseline lends this Chloe maxi dress an incomparable free-spirited femininity complete with billowy sleeves, tasseled ties and ruffled tiers.


Etro

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The vibrant coral on a lightweight silk crepe de chine makes this Etro maxi dress perfect for laidback dinners on balmy summer evenings.


Lanvin

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If you're looking for something to up the romance factor, this Lanvin dress with blue and gold rose blooms, ruffled hem and a split up the side for a glimpse of skin will do just the trick.


Mara Hoffman

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 Featherlight crinkle-voile makes this Mara Hoffman number perfect for long walks on the beach and that plunging neckline adds just the perfect touch of sexy.


Vince

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Designed to fit loosely over the body, this Vince maxi dress will make you fall in love with the way it drapes and moves, finished with flattering pleats and a high neckline to make you look taller.


Zimmermann

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Personify dreamy romance with this floral maxi number from Zimmermann that comes with a bow-embellished sweetheart neckline, waist-defining cutout and pretty broderie anglaise trims.


Another trend that's perfect for a summer holiday: Chokers.