Trendy Short Sleeve A-Line Dresses for Women

The arrival of warm weather means it’s time to stock your closet with bright and breezy dresses. Lilly Pulitzer’s iconic and colorful summer dresses are a sunny day staple. With styles ranging from A-line, babydoll, and shift dresses to maxi dresses, shirt dresses, and other trending silhouettes, you’re sure to find a sundress for wherever the day takes you!

Stylish A-Line Dresses

Our women’s A-line dresses offer lots of options for finding the perfect casual dress and can be styled for all types of occasions. Square-neck tiered dresses with puff sleeves and pleated details are an elegant and romantic choice for outdoor dinners, while short sleeve and sleeveless swing and midi dresses come with cap sleeves, flutter sleeves, ruffles, and more pretty details to make any occasion feel extra-stylish.

Matching A-Line Dresses for Sunny Days

Looking to mix and match your favorite Lilly prints? Our women's two-piece sets are elevated and chic—perfect for wedding guest outfits and a great alternative to cocktail dresses. If separates are more your style, browse our scoop neck blouses with long sleeves and eyelet details, and pair with flowy palazzo pants or a knee-length skirt for a classic Lilly outfit.

For even more cute looks, share Lilly with your little one! Our bestseller mommy and me looks and matching family outfits are adorable ways to coordinate party dresses, flare dresses, and more with your little girl. She’ll love our pretty prints, pattern designs, and bold colors just as much as you.

Perfect A line dress for Any Occasion

Our collection includes a wide range of A-line dresses to suit every taste. Whether you're looking for a floral dress, mini dress, or midi dress, we have styles perfect for any occasion. For sun-soaked getaways, our vacation dresses for women offer effortless ease and vibrant style you can pack for any trip. For more formal events, check out our formal dresses and evening dresses. If you're after something more casual, we have plenty of day dresses to choose from.

At Lilly, the dress is our strong suit, and it's our belief that you can never have too many, like the ever-popular a-line dress with a history as the "it" dress over the decades.

Short Sleeve a-line dresses work for everyday casual dress-wear or for special occasions. Details at the sleeve, waist, neckline, and hem give added flair like ruffles, pleats, delicate embroidery linings or top to bottom intricately designed lace dresses. No matter the shape or texture, no outfit's complete without a stylish sweater or wrap to top things off.

Shop Short Sleeve a-line pieces in floral print, paisley and Lilly's chic take on animal print in iconic vibrant color palettes and garments to complement and complete your look!

Women's Short Sleeve dresses ready for accessorizing

Nothing beats an a-line so we won't try, but we will keep adding to our ensemble arsenal with more dazzling Short Sleeve dresses. A sheer wrap dress with a smocked waist and metallic pattern accents is great for special occasions and for standing out on its own. While a clean and simple solid-colored Short Sleeve shift dress, like all Lilly garments, is ready for accessorizing. Finish any look with shoes, handbags and jewelry for added wow!

No matter the sleeve design, neckline, or hemline you'll draw eyes in any piece whether the season calls for a sundress or an evening party dress. Mini dresses, midi dresses or maxi dresses can all make a play in your wardrobe lineup whatever the weather or occasion calls for.

It's easy to spot the allure of a Short Sleeve a-line and to make it your own in every way. Shop all these and more versatile styles featuring Lilly's enchanting collection of prints and color!