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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.
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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.
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.
AllSaints Aida colourblock maxi dress
Summertime and the living is bold and dramatic to match the eye-catching brushstroke print on this dress.
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.
Reformation Catarina dress
From the length, to the glorious print and vibrant colour, this dress is maxi everything!
Free People Struttin' mini dress
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.
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.
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.
Never Fully Dressed Sea Blues block trapeze dress
The small addition of a frilly neckline takes this sundress from simple to statement.
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