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After a decade of wearing nothing but neutrals, I found myself in a deep process of reconnecting with my feminine side. one of many wonderful outcomes of this journey is a growing passion for red dresses. I’m not afraid to state that a red dress is a mood in itself. Everyone will look at you in a red dress, no matter how sexy or cute it is. And even though red is a color that works for every season, it’s a vibrant match for summer. Besides, with the right blue and white accessories, it’s the easiest outfit for the 4th of July. From a basic red bandeau dress to a sophisticated nightgown, here are some of the trendiest red dresses for summer.


Red Dresses For Summer


Basic Bandeau Red Dress

Sizes: XS-XL

Basic Bandeau Red Dress
Pretty Little Thing
$8
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Calling all the Kardashian fans.

Even though I live and breathe for intentional shopping, this bandeau dress is an exception, It’s available in 4 colors and if this is your style, I recommend you get one of each for your size, for possible future pregnancy, for Christmas gifts… Just get them.


Red Bodycon Midi Dress

XXS – XXL

Red Bodycon Midi Dress
Photo from H&M
$19.99
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I have a dress exactly like this one and I’d wear it every day if I could. It’s flattering on everyone and with the right shoes and accessories, it adapts to every mood. Pair it with heels or platforms, red nails, and gold earrings when you’re feeling sexy, or flats and sneakers with a denim jacket or checkered shirt to go low profile. But always fierce.


red Corset Dress, house of CB

Sizes: XS-XL

Photo from Nordstrom
$225
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House of CB corset dresses are the crème de la crème and I am obsessed with this aesthetic. It feels like a sexy peasant from Middle Ages or a witch running errands while challenging the patriarchy and I love it.


Cute Tie-Strap Mini Red Dress

Sizes: XS-XL

Cute Tie-Strap Mini Red Dress
Photo from Lulus
$58
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This dress is so cute. The perfect option if you want to wear red to a wedding without looking too sexy. The bow ties on the shoulders and the square neck balance the short length and you’re good to go.


Open Back Red Designer Gown, by Stella McCartney

Open Back Red Designer Gown, by Stella McCartney
Photo from Net-A-Porter
$1,790
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Crepe is the very sophisticated fabric of this simple yet extremely elegant dress. I can never stress enough how much I love the combination of high-end fabric with timeless design. It’s the kind of dress that you’ll wear now, in 10, 20, 30 years. And it will look fabulous.


Sexy & Elegant Red Cocktail Dress For Summer

Sizes: 0 – 12

Sexy & Elegant Red Cocktail Dress For Summer
Photo from Reformation
$248
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The description for this dress on the Reformation website states: elope with yourself. And that’s exactly the mood I get from this dress: a love statement to your existence. To honoring your soul’s desire, to being brave to pursue your dreams even when you’re afraid. And I say all that because not only this dress is designed for a goddess, but also because it’s made out of organic cotton.


Low-Back Mini Red Dress For Summer

Low-Back Mini Red Dress For Summer
Photo from Free People
$50
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It’s time to pack up and head to the beach and this mini dress will be your favorite summer friend.


Loose A-Line Linen Long Red Dress

Regular and Plus Sizes

Loose A-Line Linen Long Red Dress
Photo from Etsy
$107.10
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We love linen dresses at The Mood Guide because it’s a natural fabric, sustainable, lasts for ages, and looks absolutely fantastic.

This loose a-line red dress embodies the free spirit of summer in a comfortable and timeless design.


Strapless Ruffle Tiered Midi Red Dress

Sizes: XXS-XXL

Strapless Ruffle Tiered Midi Red Dress
Photo from Bloomingdale’s
$89
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Of course, I can’t leave my mom readers hanging. Even though I think clothes are clothes and they have the power to express our different moods, this tiered dress gives me 10/10 traditional mom vibes and I love it. If this is your vibe, go for it, queen.


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