Your next summer dress is one of these simple yet sculptural trapeze dresses

Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

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Your next summer dress is one of these simple yet sculptural trapeze dresses

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Stocking up on dresses to see you through the rest of summer? We’ve rounded up 11 trapeze dresses you’ll love.

Some fashion silhouettes are timeless. Despite the fact that it’s been over 60 years since Yves Saint Laurent first decided to apply the trapeze shape to women’s fashion, we’re still enthralled by the simple yet sculptural wonder that is the trapeze dress.

Because the billowing shape makes such a bold statement, accessorising this dress style can be as easy as marrying it with a pair of hoop earrings, your favourite trainers and one of the summer’s must-have rustic string bags. When day turns to dusk, just slip on a pair of mules and swap your string bag for a trendy baguette.

Although we’ve all fallen for the 90s vibe of slinky cowl dresses, warmer days on the horizon definitely call for this easy, breezy alternative that’s less confining but just as chic. Read on for our selection of 11 mini, midi and maxi trapeze dresses that’ll see you through the end of summer.


Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Omnes Thora maxi trapeze dress

Don’t call it a comeback! Cecilie Bahnsen’s Edition collection features re-releases of her most popular designs, giving us all a chance to grab this viral hit form a few seasons ago.

Shop Omnes Thora maxi trapeze dress, £59

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Asos Edition empire trapeze mini dress

Accessorise this neutral dress accordingly and you have yourself the perfect go-to for picnics, weddings, rooftop drinks and every other end of summer event you have planned.

Shop Asos Edition empire trapeze mini dress, £68

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

AllSaints Aida colourblock maxi dress

Summertime and the living is bold and dramatic to match the eye-catching brushstroke print on this dress.

Shop AllSaints Aida colourblock maxi dress, £129

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Never Fully Dressed Mandy trapeze dress

From its lightweight cotton fabric to its low back and skinny straps, this dress was just made for easy summer living.

Shop Never Fully Dressed Mandy trapeze dress, £79

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Reformation Catarina dress

From the length, to the glorious print and vibrant colour, this dress is maxi everything!

Shop Reformation Catarina dress, £218

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Free People Struttin' mini dress

No sun? No problem. Who needs sun-rays with a dress this light?

Shop Free People Struttin’ mini dress, £52

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Damson Madder recycled texture strappy dress

What’s there not to like about this dress? Aside from looking like a cloud of candy floss, it also has pockets. It’s a must-have.

Shop Damson Madder recycled texture strappy dress, £60

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

LaDoubleJ Ventaglio trapeze dress

Citrus colours are all the rage. Channel the colour of the season in this trendy style that’s currently on sale. 

Shop LaDoubleJ Ventaglio trapeze dress, £750

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Cos oversized gathered linen dress

Maximum style with minimal effort, just how we like it.

Shop Cos oversized gathered linen dress, £69

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Collusion cord cami trapeze dress

Issey Miyake’s signature pleats make this dress an investment piece you can wear for many more summers to come.

Shop Collusion cord cami trapeze dress at Asos, £28.50

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Summer fashion 2022: best easy trapeze dresses

Never Fully Dressed Sea Blues block trapeze dress

The small addition of a frilly neckline takes this sundress from simple to statement.

Shop Never Fully Dressed Sea Blues block trapeze dress, £29

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