LOCI Media Centre

27 June 2023

Do you have a full closet but nothing to wear? It happens to the best of us — even celebrities, who always turn to the same fool-proof summer outfit every year: a midi dress and white sneakers.

Solstice only just happened, and we’ve already seen so many stars step out in the classic uniform. Jessica Alba attended the French Open with her daughter and friends wearing a striped A-line midi and sneakers, Kylie Jenner paired a muted floral maxi with her Marine Serre lace-ups, and Sofia Vergara confirmed the return of the peplum with a hot pink midi paired with white and gray tennis shoes. Hilary Duff also recently went for a muted black maxi and Reeboks to beat the heat.

And these celebs, of course, are not the first to break out the combo at the first sign of summer. In previous years, Lily Collins, Jennifer Garner, and Reese Witherspoon have all put their own spin on the trend.

Dresses Inspired by Celebrities

Tobrief Boho Maxi Dress, $29.06 with coupon (orig. $55.99); amazon.com Zesica Bohemian Summer Plaid Puff-Sleeve Midi Dress, $41.99 with coupon (orig. $48.99); amazon.com Btfbm Floral Wrap Midi Dress, $34.84 (orig. $51.99); amazon.com Lulus Feeling Adorable White Linen Bustier Dress, $55 (orig. $70); lulus.com Madewell x Reistor Puff Sleeve Midi Dress, $96 (orig. $156); madewell.com Treasure & Bond Woven Favorite Dress, $27.30–$29.25 (orig. $39); nordstrom.com

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There may not be an outfit that has better balance or more comfort. Dresses, of course, offer built-in breeze-powered air conditioning, while the flirty details of a puff-sleeved midi or ruffled maxi are perfectly grounded by a casual (and yes, sometimes even a little bit scuffed!) sneaker. There are also very few occasions for which the outfit isn’t appropriate — it’s fit for the movies, the park, a baby shower, and maybe even work, depending on how lax your job’s dress code is.

It goes without saying that we should all have a capsule of flowy dresses and comfy sneaks on-hand in case of outfit emergencies. And Amazon has plenty of affordable, stylish options to choose from, like this blue and white floral midi. It has a square neckline, tie sleeves, and a tiered ruffle bottom, plus it’s currently on sale. Reviewers love that it can be dressed up or down and has the bonus perk of being nursing friendly.

AMAZON

Buy It! Tobrief Boho Maxi Dress, $29.06 with coupon (orig. $55.99); amazon.com

This gingham puff-sleeved midi is a true fairytale moment and has flower field frolicking written all over it. It’s available in 12 colors, is made of a lightweight rayon material, and has an endearing tiered skirt design.

AMAZON

Buy It! Zesica Bohemian Summer Plaid Puff-Sleeve Midi Dress, $41.99 with coupon (orig. $48.99); amazon.com

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White Sneakers Inspired by Celebrities

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Platform Sneakers, $70; nordstrom.com Cariuma Off-White Canvas Sneakers, $79; cariuma.com Loci Origin Ocean Sneakers, $185; lociwear.com Veja V-10 Sneaker, $99.99–$109.99 (orig. $121–$125); gilt.com Reebok Club C 85 Sneakers, $85; amazon.com Superga 2750 Cotu Classic Sneaker in White, $29.99–$69; amazon.com

As for shoes, Converse platform sneakers offer just the right amount of edge to a feminine dress, and they’re a staple slip-on after wearing them in. The platform also adds height (literally and stylistically) to the look.

NORDSTROM

Buy It! Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Platform Sneakers, $70; nordstrom.com

You also can’t go wrong with Cariuma’s sustainably made off-white canvas sneakers, which are under $100 and go with everything — not just flowy dresses. Featuring a vegan memory foam insole, they’re comfy enough to carry you through whatever fun summer brings.

CARIUMA

Buy It! Cariuma Off-White Canvas Sneakers, $79; cariuma.com

The next time you’re staring at your closet not knowing what to wear, you’ll know what to do: Stock up first, and then reach for the summer ’fit that never misses.

AMAZON

Buy It! Btfbm Floral Wrap Midi Dress, $34.84 (orig. $51.99); amazon.com

LULUS

Buy It! Lulus Feeling Adorable White Linen Bustier Dress, $55 (orig. $70); lulus.com

MADEWELL

Buy It! Madewell x Reistor Puff Sleeve Midi Dress, $96 (orig. $156); madewell.com

NORDSTROM

Buy It! Treasure & Bond Woven Favorite Dress, $27.30–$29.25 (orig. $39); nordstrom.com

LOCI

Buy It! Loci Origin Ocean Sneakers, $185; lociwear.com

GILT

Buy It! Veja V-10 Sneaker, $99.99–$109.99 (orig. $121–$125); gilt.com