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Top 20 Summer Dresses and How Much They Cost: The 2025 Edition
Here’s your definitive guide to the most‑wanted summer dresses of 2025—complete with prices, fabrics, style notes and where to click “add to cart”.
Top 20 Summer Dresses
Quick‑fire overview
| # | Dress | Price* | Why it’s hot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zara ZW Collection Linen‑Blend Midi | R 999 (sale) | 100 % linen feel, coastal neutrals |
| 2 | H&M Linen‑Blend Wrap Dress | $59.99 ≈ R 1 110 | Classic wrap, Premium Selection fabric |
| 3 | Mr Price Drop‑Waist Dress | R 199.99 | Cheapest on the list—TikTok favourite |
| 4 | Foschini Elasticated‑Waist Sundress | R 699 | Ombre colour‑fade, stretch bodice |
| 5 | Mango Crochet Long Dress | R 1 599 | Ibiza‑worthy open knit |
| 6 | Sissy Boy “Drew” Denim Dress | R 1 699 | Corset seams + braid detail |
| 7 | Truworths Floral Tiered Midi | R 750 | Boho tiers in Güeldar midnight blooms |
| 8 | Forever New “Fran” Linen Mini | R 1 699 | Fit‑and‑flare + side‑seam pockets |
| 9 | Poetry Wrenley Denim Mini | R 1 199 | Country‑core puff sleeves |
| 10 | Woolworths Pintuck Linen‑Blend Shirt Dress | R 799 | Work‑to‑weekend pintucks |
| 11 | Reformation Celosia Linen Dress | R 3 293 | Sustainable, four colourways |
| 12 | Faithfull the Brand “Stacia” Floral Midi | R 3 885 | Bali‑made, puff sleeves |
| 13 | Rails “Marseille” Gauze Midi | R 4 218 | Double‑gauze cotton, resort vibe |
| 14 | Ganni Midi Smock Dress | R 2 808 | Copenhagen cool, smocked waist |
| 15 | Self‑Portrait Contrast Chiffon Midi | R 14 708 | Signature lace‑and‑chiffon mix |
| 16 | Zimmermann “Illuminate” Picnic Dress | R 13 412 | Runway ruching, linen‑silk blend |
| 17 | Jacquemus “La Mini Robe Trapeze” | R 16 465 | French minimalism, micro‑hem |
| 18 | Primark Denim Mini Dress | R 432 | Viral budget dupe |
| 19 | New Look Milkmaid Midi Dress | R 900 | Puff sleeves, lace inserts |
| 20 | Country Road Tiered Mini (sale) | R 799 (down from R 1 799) | Linen blend, earthy tones |
Trend takeaways for 2025
- Linen reigns. Seven of our 20 picks lean into breathable flax—from Zara’s oyster‑white midi to Reformation’s tomato‑red stunner.
- Tiered & puffed. Cottage‑core silhouettes (Truworths, New Look) continue to dominate Instagram grids.
- Crochet comeback. Mango’s airy ecru maxi and Jacquemus’s open‑weave panels give Y2K a luxe upgrade.
- Denim after dark. Sissy Boy and Primark prove indigo works beyond jeans—fitted, frayed, and flirtatious.
- Price polarity. A healthy split between sub‑R1 000 steals (Mr Price, Woolies) and five‑figure investment pieces (Zimmermann, Self‑Portrait).
Where to shop (& shipping tips)
Most local labels ship nationwide for < R100 or free over R500. International favourites—Reformation, Ganni, Self‑Portrait—now partner with DHL Express to Johannesburg in ≤ 5 days; duties pre‑paid at checkout.
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