45 Sundresses Guaranteed To Make Him Do A Double-Take

Was it too scandalous? Too short? Too "pick-me"? And what really constituted a "sundress" in the first place? These are the important conversations we were drawn into in the summer of 2024. Now, nearly two years later, the sundress is still top of mind for many women and men. Sundresses remain the most feminine (and admired) silhouette available to women during the hottest months of the year. There was good reason behind why our dress sold out within minutes when marketed with the tagline that we were "hard at work solving the population crisis with this groundbreaking fertility tech." Ask any guy what the most attractive thing a woman can wear is, and you'll get some version of the same answer (usually accompanied by a faraway look in his eyes). The dress is essentially a cheat code: bare shoulders, cinched waist, a little leg, a lot of sun. It signals a girl who likes being outside, doesn't take three hours to get ready, and probably owns a picnic blanket. Or, as one guy put it to Glamour , a sundress "gives a man most of the information he needs but makes him want to explore even more." Trends come and go (we're looking at you, barrel leg jeans), but sundresses have the unique ability to make us feel both relaxed and pulled together with ease, year after year. They will always be a staple in a feminine woman's closet who seeks to wear fits that flatter. Below, 45 of our favorites, from the breezy and budget-friendly to the splurge-worthy investment pieces, guaranteed to earn you a double-take (and possibly a marriage proposal). This article may contain affiliate links or paid partnerships. We may earn a commission or compensation at no extra cost to you. All products are chosen independently by our editorial team and reflect our genuine recommendations.