When you’re working with scorching summer temperatures there are only a few clothing items that you can turn to to see you through your day fluster-free. Of course, Laura Harrier identified two of the chicest, heatwave-proof items in circulation right now for her trip to Milan.
Selecting a lightweight shirred dress with fine spaghetti straps, Harrier’s dress choice employed some clever design tricks to ensure all-day comfort. With a billowy skirt and mid-calf cut, the trending dress delivered constant breathability to fight against the hot Italian sun—as well as an elegant finish that had her looking put-together all day. Wearing her shirred dress with another summer-ready staple, Harrier selected mary jane flats in a trending pale blue shade to wear with her dark black dress. With a flat finish and buckle strap detail, the mary jane shoe trend remains one of the chicest and most comfortable styles on the market this season.
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Whilst Harrier picked an apt place to debut the new shirred dress trend, fashion people in London—who are working with a slightly chillier climate, have already embraced the trend this season. Offering a form-fitting silhouette in the most comfortable manner, the shirred dress trend features ribbing across the bodice that hugs the body, without constricting it—making it an easy choice for hot summer days.
The easiest outfit to throw on this summer, read on to discover our edit of the best shirred dress and mary janes shoes below.
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This affordable dress also comes in red and a blue floral print.
Aeyde
Uma Patent Leather Mary Jane Flats
This pretty pale blue shade is going to be everywhere this summer.
Nobodys Child
Black Shirred Bandeau Annie Midi Dress
The shirred bandeau dress trend must be the most comfortable style on the market right now.
Le Monde Beryl
Crinkled Patent-Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats
These have cushioned insoles for a comfortable stride.
Doen
Ischia Shirred Organic Cotton-Voile Midi Dress
I always come back to Doen for their elegant summer dresses.
Pull & Bear
Velvet Ballet Flats
This also comes in brown and pink, and blue and green.
Doen
Emmaretta Tie-Detailed Shirred Gingham Organic Cotton-Voile Midi Dress
Add a splash of colour to your summer wardrobe.
Jeffrey Campbell
Moira Mary Jane Flats
Style with jeans or wear with a flowing skirt.
The slim straps fasten in to pretty bows at the back.
COS
Pleated Leather Mary-Jane Ballet Flats
These feature a square toe design for a polished finish.
Damson Madder
Pia Midi Dress
This features adjustable straps that can be styled to your preference.
Zara
Leather Ballet Flats
The red colour trend continues to thrive this season.
Faithfull
La Canella Shirred Checked Linen Midi Dress
This features shirring at the waist for an exaggerated silhouette.
Loeffler Randall
Leonie Bow-Embellished Leather Flats
The bow detailing adds a pretty touch.