The Travel-Friendly Dress: What to Look For and Our Favourites

The best holiday dress is the one you can wear on the way there, at the café after, and again at dinner. It should feel light, move easily and not ask for much. Here is what to look for, and which of our dresses fit the idea.

What makes a dress travel-friendly

• Breathable fabric. Cotton and light chiffon feel cooler on warm days.
• Room to move. A softly flared or A-line skirt is easy for walking, sitting and getting in and out of cars.
• A pocket. Handy for a phone, a ticket or a room key.
• An adjustable waist. Ties and drawstrings let you change the fit through the day.

1. Pure cotton for warm days

The Poppy Polka Dot Midi Dress in Cream is made of lightweight, breathable pure cotton with a softly flared A-line skirt and one functional pocket. It is right for brunch dates, beach walks and travel days.

The Jasmine Embroidered Tiered Midi Dress in White is cotton too, with a cotton lining, a relaxed regular fit and a tiered skirt. It is made for warm days, from market strolls to beach holidays.

2. Light chiffon that feels airy

The Lotus Wrap Fit & Flare Dress in Aqua is lightweight dobby chiffon with a wrap-style V-neckline and a tie-up waist with belt loops, so you can set the fit as you like.

The Bluebell Button-Down A-Line Midi Dress in Powder Blue is airy dobby chiffon with a tunnel tie-up waist and soft balloon sleeves, made for sunny brunches, garden lunches and holiday days.

For a sleeveless option, The Hydrangea Botanical Sleeveless Fit & Flare Dress in Mint has a self-fabric tie belt and a side pocket.

3. A relaxed maxi for slow evenings

The Dune Dress in Sand is an open-back maxi in a breathable fabric with a lightly crinkled texture, a tie at the back to adjust the fit and a double-layered bust. It is made for slow mornings and sunset strolls.

Packing tips

• Pick two or three dresses in colours that mix with the same flats and one bag.
• Choose styles with pockets or adjustable waists so one dress covers several plans.
• Carry a light shawl or jacket for cooler evenings.
• Check the fit with our Size & Fit Guide before you order, so your holiday dress fits well from the first wear.

Related reading: What to Wear on a Beach Holiday: Dresses That Pack Well

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