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The Best Dresses to Wear This Season
July 21, 2026

What Dresses Should You Buy This Season?

by Vipul Pande
Woman wearing a slip, ruched and denim dress styled with sandals and accessories from Westside

Spoiler Alert! You're about to want more wardrobe space.
Girls. Can we all agree that dresses are having a ridiculously good year?
Seriously!
Every time we check our socials and Pinterest... The cutest dress we've ever seen just pops up!
And every TikTok "Get Ready With Me?" Starts with "Soo I'm just gonna throw on a dress today." “No big deal”
And somehow? They look like they belong in a Nancy Meyers movie... Or they're about to bump into the love of their life at a little café in Italy.
And we totally support the delusion!
At Westside this season's dresses are all about personality. Playful prints. Flattering silhouettes. Easy denim moments. Romantic details. And styles that make getting dressed feel like the easiest decision of the day.
Because life is already complicated.
Your outfit doesn't have to be.

So Which Dress Trend Is Everyone Wearing?

The slip dress.
And honestly? She deserves the attention.
There's something about a slip dress that makes even the smallest plans feel important.
Dinner? Perfect.
Holiday? Absolutely.
Concert? She's ready.
Add trainers for the day. Switch to heels for the evening. Throw on a light jacket when it gets breezy.
Very '90s Kate Moss!
Very effortless.
Very "I woke up looking this chic."

Can We Talk About Ruched Dresses?

Because they have been quietly working overtime.
Ruching adds texture. Shape. A confidence boost. Without ever making the dress feel like over-the-top.
It's one of those details that makes you stop in front of the mirror for extra five seconds.
And honestly? Those are the dresses we remember.
Perfect for date nights. Birthdays. Girls' dinners. Or whenever your camera roll deserves new content.
Very Dua Lipa concert energy.

Are Tiny Prints Still Trending?

More than ever!
Tiny florals. Ditsy prints. Little vintage-inspired patterns that somehow make every outfit feel softer.
The girls are pairing them with chunky sneakers. Cute shoulder bags. And oversized sunglasses.
Very The Summer I Turned Pretty.
Very Sunday farmers' market.
Very "Wait... take another photo."
Because you know that one picture is never just enough!

Wait... Didn't Polka Dots Just Make A Comeback?

They did! And they're having so much fun.
Polka dots somehow manage to feel playful. Timeless. And effortlessly stylish all at once.
They're giving old-Hollywood charm with a modern twist.
Think breezy dresses that do all the talking while you simply add sandals and a smile.
Very Taylor Swift on a day off.
Very "I accidentally look adorable."

Is Denim Having Its Main-Character Moment Again?

Always.
But denim dresses? They're on another level.
Easy. Relaxed. And cool without trying.
Pair one with sneakers for coffee runs.
Boots when you're feeling bold.
Or layer on jewellery and a cute bag for weekend plans.
Very Bella Hadid walking through New York looking like the paparazzi just happened to be there.
Effortless. Or at least very committed to looking effortless.

So What's The Secret To Styling Dresses In 2026?

Don't overthink them babe! The dress is already doing most of the work anyway.
Add your favourite sunglasses. A cute bag. Maybe a stack of bangles. Maybe bold earrings. Done.
You don't need twenty accessories competing for attention.
Every outfit deserves one main character.
Let the dress have her moment.

Which Dress Should You Choose?

The one that makes you smile the second you put it on. Obviously!
The one that makes you spin in front of the mirror.
Yes. We're adults.
Yes. We're still doing the twirl test.
Because if a dress makes you want to twirl... That's usually a very good sign.
Fashion should be fun. Never forget that!

At Westside this season's dresses are bringing playful prints. Flattering silhouettes. And effortless style to every plan on your calendar.

Head to your nearest Westside store or browse online and find the dress that's about to become the favourite in your wardrobe.
Because life's too short to save the cute dress for "someday."

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