Styling A Sleeveless Shirtdress For Summer

With summer temps soaring, I’m all about easy, breezy dresses right now. We are officially in the thick of the dog days of summer so let’s get chatting about styling a sleeveless shirtdress!

I have been wearing shirtdresses nonstop this summer. Now that I am working from home, shirtdresses hit all my criteria: they are a chic way to look professional on-camera and comfortable for those back-to-back meetings. Plus, I love their versatility! Pair with a scarf to look polished for work. When the work day ends, I trade in the scarf for a baseball hat and sneakers to look more casual yet put-together on evening walks with Riley. There are a million ways to style a sleeveless shirtdress and I hope this post provides some inspiration!

Styling A Sleeveless Shirtdress Two Ways

Styling Sleeveless Shirtdress Summer - By Lauren Anne

About My Amazon Shirtdress:

I’ve been a loyal Royal Shirtdress wearer for years at this point (style ideas here and here). But I love how this Amazon shirtdress offers sleeveless – key for those hot, humid days.

This $35 sleeveless shirtdress comes in a variety of colors, including navy, black, a medium pink, and hunter green. The fabric is a blend of polyester and linen. While it arrived quite wrinkled, it was nothing a good ironing (delicate setting) didn’t quickly resolve. There is a good amount of stretch to this dress. The dress isn’t lined but don’t worry, it’s not see-through at all!

The swing style means it’s quite roomy so I would recommend sizing down one. I’m wearing a medium. I also love how the v-neck on this dress allows for necklaces to really pop.

And I saved the best part for last – it has two deep pockets!!

Shirtdress Styles

If you love the shirtdress look, there are definitely other variations on the classic style. Try these on for size!

Two Sleeveless Shirtdress Outfit Style Ideas

Style Shirtdress Summer Casual - By Lauren Anne

Amazon Sleeveless Shirtdress (Runs roomy, I’m wearing a medium) // Crewneck Sweater (While this stripe colorway isn’t currently available, I’ve heard rave reviews about this stripe sweater from STIK) // Sperry Backless Sneakers (So comfy for long walks thanks to Memory Foam! Currently on sale for $50) // Layered Necklace Set // Woven Straw Market Tote

Sleeveless Shirtdress and Sweater 

For a chic casual look, can you really go wrong with a sweater around your shoulders? I think not. Even while it’s scorching hot out, I like to keep at least a sweater on me for indoors when the AC is blasting. The stripe pattern on this sweater breaks up the neutrals of this outfit with white sneakers and woven straw tote. Any brightly colored sweater would work well with this outfit!

P.S. This tote is so durable! It’s been perfect for weekend trips to the farmer’s market for summer tomatoes.

Amazon Sleeveless Shirtdress - By Lauren AnneSleeveless Shirtdress Style - By Lauren Anne

Amazon Sleeveless Shirtdress // Lilly Pulitzer Scarf (The DC print here is currently available online!) // J. McLaughlin Wicker Bag (This exact style is currently unavailable but J. McLaughlin has so many adorable wicker and rattan bags on their shelves!) // Espadrilles (Honeymoon purchase from Spain)

 Sleeveless Shirtdress and Statement Scarf

To dress up your sleeveless shirtdress while still keeping it light ‘n breezy, I’d suggest reaching for a lightweight scarf like Lilly’s Murfee. How great is it that the DC print is available online still? It adds all the fun colors to the classic silhouette of the white shirtdress. Add your favorite wicker bag (aka the Sophie Petrillo bag) and your comfiest sandal wedges and you are all set for summer dinners.

 

JMcLaughlin Wicker Handbag - By Lauren Anne

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