May 22, 2026
Summer Dresses Fit Guide: Find Your Favorite Silhouette
Our Summer 2026 collection is filled with unforgettable dresses ranging from colorful and casual to celebratory and chic. Finding a new favorite (or two!) starts with figuring out the perfect fit. For the inside scoop on dress silhouettes, we turned to the experts: the Lilly design team. They shared a handy overview of our most popular dress fits, plus some notes on the standout styles you’ll see this season.
Straight: This classic, comfortable-yet-tailored silhouette is fitted at the chest, then cut straight from the waist and hip through the hem. Try it on this summer with...
The Bernice Dress: A social showstopper, this masterpiece print maxi pairs lush florals with romantic bow details at the shoulders.
The Casandra Dress: A striking large-scale shell print adorns this square-neck maxi, finished by an unexpected pop of pink.
The Marguerite Silk Caftan: Elevated style meets endless ease in this diaphanous silk chiffon design with sheer sleeves and a sparkling neckline.
The Rosalena Shift: Heritage lace accents this relaxed take on a Lilly icon, in printed poplin with a hint of stretch.
Fitted: This sleek silhouette is form-fitting throughout the body. Try it on this summer with…
The Adetta Shift: Vintage-inspired trim adorns this vibrant short sleeve style, which transitions from sunny days to casual evenings out with ease.
The Coralia Dress: This impeccably tailored maxi is summer wedding ready in two romantic pastel hues: Pink Muse and Day Dream Blue.
The Davis Dress: Our short and sweet version of this best-selling silhouette returns for summer with fun two-tone details.
The Davis Maxi Dress: Want more of Davis? We’ve got you covered with this full-length edition of a Lilly favorite.
Fit & Flare: This timeless silhouette is fitted at the chest and waist, then finished with a full skirt. Try it on this summer with…
The Allize Dress: A feminine bow waistband adorns this pretty cotton cambric design, scattered with dimensional floral details.
The Arlin Dress: All eyes are on you in this intricate eyelet midi with a sweetheart neckline and scalloped hem.
The Daisey Dress: With a comfy smocked bodice, this throw-on-and-go style is perfect for brunch, beach days, and everything in between.
The Janae Dress: This maxi is the moment in a gorgeously engineered version of our archival Ship to Shore print.
The Mauritzia Dress: Crisp white button-up on top, playful printed skirt on the bottom: this midi is twice the fun.
The Tonya Shirtdress: An instant classic in the ultimate summer silhouette. Add it to your closet in print and versatile blue linen.
The Zanna Dress: Large-scale lace adds a touch of whimsy to this tiered style in bright cotton cambric.
A-Line: This easy-breezy silhouette is relaxed from the chest all the way down to the hem. Try it on this summer with…
The Irella Dress: What could be chicer than slipping into a caftan for your summer RSVPs? This style is celebration-ready with a richly embellished placard.
The Kavalla Dress: The linen top you know and love, now in dress form! Wear it in solid hues or fun Starfishing Embroidered Gingham.

The Scarlette Dress: Scarlette is a summer staple, made from our better-with-every-wear linen and trimmed in dainty ruffles.
Swing: This triangular silhouette is narrower at the chest and flares into a full bottom. Try it on this summer with…
The Norella Dress: One last linen look to round out your summer closet: this go-anywhere style with an airy, tiered skirt and flutter sleeves.
We can’t wait to hear which fit is your fave! xx, Lilly