Three cheers go to one of summer’s best and comfiest fashion trends: the sporty dress!
Sporty dresses are extremely easy to wear and provide an effortlessly polished daytime summer look. Plus they’re comfortable, cool and usually pretty inexpensive.
Here are my top 4 picks ranging from pricey to dirt cheap. All are versatile pieces that can be paired with a wedge sandal, flip flops or your favorite runners.
1. Rag & Bone Diem Paneled Knit Dress: $450 USD
This mesh and solid knit dress is more structured than most sporty dresses and allows for a slightly more sophisticated and figure-hugging look. The mesh adds a nod to athletic wear. The color (hard to detect from the photo) is a fresh summer mint – to go along with your julep.
2. Lacoste Retro-Tipped Polo Dress: $150.00 CAD
Lacoste pretty much wrote the book on the sporty tennis dress. This version adds a bit of visual interest by including a tipped collar and sleeves in addition to the cinched but relaxed waist. It comes in the classic navy/white combination but the one pictured in Persian Rose Pink utilizes another summer trend: shades of coral and chili pepper.
3. Gap Drop-waist Jersey Shirtdress: $64.95 CAD
This smart little number screams comfort and style – black and white, yet another summer trend, keeps you current. The weight of this jersey is slightly heavier for those who shy away from super light clingy fabrics. The banded collar, cap sleeves and hidden Henley placket set it apart from your typical pique polo dress.
4. Roots Layering Tunic: $28.00 CAD
It doesn’t get simpler (or more affordable!) than this – layer it, top it with a cardigan, or add some faux (or real) pearls. The cobalt blue is a classic summer shade though it is also available in black and white. Enjoy it poolside with a fruity cocktail, statement sunglasses and a juicy romance novel. Cheers!
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