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This summer I’ve spotted an unexpected dress trend slip onto city streets alongside the more predictable strapless and poplin styles. Slowly, but very surely, the nightie dress trend has been gaining momentum over the past few weeks, and it’s about to hit peak appeal. In fact, it may already have, given the sheer amount of people I’ve seen wearing one lately.
Emulating the energy of a night gown, the nightie dress trend offers the lightweight and breathable styling solution that hot summer days call for. Decidedly romantic in its silhouette and detail—the design often features intricate embroidery or pretty lace hems—a nightie dress is a fun and and flirtatious addition to any frock collection.
The charm of a nightie lies in its breezy fabric and flowing design. Skimming the body in a light and comfortable way, the dress trend pulls from nightgown designs across the decades, offering a delicate and graceful summer dress that can stand up against the heat of summer.
Capturing the hearts of New Yorkers by the day, I’ve spotted the playful dress trend styled with ballet flats and colourful cardigans for a pretty and wearable take. Elsewhere in Europe I’ve seen the trend take off in Berlin and Amsterdam, paired with leather boots and barley-there flips flops.
Not only that but I’ve already seen the growing trend at several of my favourite shops. Naturally, sleepwear brand If Only If hosts a wide and tempting collection of nightie-inspired designs, whilst high street labels including The White Company and Free People have added the elegant trend into their latest collections.
Read on to discover our edit of the best nightie dresses below.
SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST NIGHTIE-STYLE DRESSES:
COS
Lace-Panelled Silk Slip Dress
Style over baggy jeans or wear on its own with strappy heels.
Intimately
Countryside Maxi Slip
This also comes in four other colour ways.
Reformation
Aliceyn Silk Dress
This rich blue shade styles so well with dark navy and light pink.
Rixo
Clarice Lace-Trimmed Woven Midi Dress
This elegant dress has shot to the top of my wish list.
Desmond & Dempsey
Paisley Nightie
Style with barley-there flats on the hottest of summer days.
Sleeper
Zephir Off-The-Shoulder Maxi Dress in White
This elegant maxi dress also comes in black and pink.
Spirit & Grace
Grey Lyra Dress
This features adjustable straps that can be altered to your preference.
Doen
Obelia Corded Lace-Trimmed Silk-Satin Midi Dress
I always come back to Doen for their beautiful summer dresses.
Deiji Studios
Tie-Detailed Gathered Checked Organic Cotton-Poplin Mini Dress
Style with tights and boots on cooler days, before swapping to strappy sandals when the sun comes out.
Intimately
Morning Light Nightie
This features two side splits for breathability and a comfortable stride.
The White Company
Linen Gauze Midi Nightie
Style with a slip underneath for extra coverage.
If Only If
Dillie Primrose
The butter yellow colour trend is taking off this summer.
Next
White Square Neck Ruffle Cotton Nightie Slip
This pretty nightie also comes in black.
Fleur Du Mal
Lace-Paneled Silk-Blend Satin Mini Dress
The adjustable straps allow for the perfect fit.
Lisa Marie Fernandez
Mia Linen-Blend Gauze Maxi Dress
Style with a mary jane for pair with a strappy sandal.
