Hot Summer Dress Trends

Summer is coming and that means its time to do some summer shopping. I for one love to shop for dresses in the summer, there is nothing like a nice flowing dress on a warm summers day. And the trends this year are ready for the buying. I have compiled a list of the 5 hottest summer dresses and trends that you simply must have.

The Grecian drape: The old world classic goddess look has to be the hottest trend of the summer. And it is a look that can work for just about anyone. The cut is flattering and it's attractive without showing off to much. This trend has been seen on some of Hollywood's hottest already this year and it doesn't just have to be white brighten it up with a bright color. Nordstrom's and Macy's both have beautiful dresses in this style for an affordable price.

The One strap: This is a trend I was a little nervous about at first. Until I tried on my first gown with the one strap effect. This style offers a modern fun and flirty look to your dress that makes the lines of the dress seem to flow perfectly together. The one strap gown comes in all lengths, and colors. You can get it simple and sleek or dressed up with bead work and extra fabric embellishments. Macy's is a favorite for this style of dress and your local Her Berger's has a wonderful selection as well.

The Maxi: This is the most forgiving of all the summer fashions. A very Rio style with long flowing skirts it's loose and looks good on any shape or figure. You can get the Maxi in solids or prints but I recommend dressing it up and having fun with a bright color print. Feel like you're off to a glamorous beach spot with the stars. You can find versions of this gown everywhere from Target to Bloomingdales.

The Prints: Loud and proud and here to stay. Show off your spirited wild side with the wild prints that are the thing to have. Cocktail dress or a simple sun dress all of them can be found in prints. These are not your Grandmothers small calico prints. The prints of this summer are large and outspoken. Check out your local Vanity store in the mall for some great affordable prints. Don't have a Vanity? Your local Macy's is chalk fool of loud fun as well.

The Tunic: This style is a classic but it stays modern by coming back every season in one form or another. Tunic dresses offer a great way to show off those legs that have been hiding in warm clothing all winter. Pair this dress with a pair of heels and your set to go. Your classic colors would be black and white you can never miss with them. But don't think the tunic is a shrinking violet you can get this dress in loud prints and colors as well. My favorite online dress store shopbop.com has several choices for your tunic dresses and again you can always pop down to a local department store for a wide selection.