Shades of azure, denim and chambray lend themselves to easy, breezy day dresses, at once classic and cool. For extra impact, try stripes, checks and flirty floral prints.
Style tip: Consider a smock style, the shirt dress of 2020—more relaxed and roomy, yet equally wearable and versatile.
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