So the sun’s playing hard to get this season? No biggie.
You can still look absolutely fabulous—without burning a hole in your wallet.
Style writer Sophie Dearden-Howell has done the hard work and rounded up the chicest summer dresses under £100.
From garden parties to beach getaways (or even just brunch), here are the high street finds worth making space for in your wardrobe.
Monsoon’s Must-Have Maxi
We’re talking about the dress that hugs in all the right places and even has—wait for it—pockets.
This ruched, draped beauty from Monsoon is a winner at £75.
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Dress: £75, monsoon.co.uk
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Sandals: £15.99, newlook.com
Hobbs’ Stretchy Sundress for Everyday Chic
Looking for comfort and class? This Hobbs jersey-blend sundress is soft, stretchy, and seriously stylish.
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Dress: £99, hobbs.com
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Hat: £38, seasaltcornwall.com
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Sandals: £70, oliverbonas.com
Floral Retro Feels by Nobody’s Child
Throw on this 70s-inspired print and go big with those sunnies.
Ideal for sunny strolls or vintage market hunts.
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Dress: £99, nobodyschild.com
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Sandals: £99, dunelondon.com
Flirty & Feminine at FatFace
An A-line cut that’s flattering on everyone, and super versatile—switch up your flats for heels when the sun sets.
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Dress: £69, fatface.com
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Shoes: £85, johnlewis.com
Three-Way Wonder from The Summer Edit
Printed midi? Check.
Adjustable styling? Check.
A piece you’ll wear on repeat? Triple check.
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Dress: £75, thesummeredit.com
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Bangle: £44.99, pilgrim.net
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Sandals (held): £29, next.co.uk
Caped and Confident at Next
Khaki with flair? This dramatic maxi is catwalk-worthy—literally, it was spotted at a Chanel show.
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Dress: £72, next.co.uk
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Earrings: £27.99, hm.com
Zara’s Red Hot Drop-Waist
Red never fails, and this structured knit dress is especially great for taller gals.
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Dress: £35.99, zara.com
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Sunglasses: £65, lespecs.co.uk
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Earrings: £60 & Ring: £90, pandora.net
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Shoes: £38, riverisland.com
Tesco’s F&F Proves Bargains Can Be Glam
A breezy bandeau dress for under £30? Yes please.
Show those shoulders and keep cool while looking hot.
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Dress: £25, tesco.com
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Sunglasses: £65, lespecs.com
Oliver Bonas Does Stripes Right
Whether you’re at the beach or running around the city, stripes = instant summer style.
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Dress: £80, oliverbonas.com
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Earrings: £60
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Rings: £90 each
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Bangle: £110, all from pandora.net
The Essential Summer LBD from Arket
Yes, black works in summer too.
This long black dress is breezy, effortless, and always elegant.
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Dress: £97, arket.com
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Earrings: £75, rixolondon.com
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Bag: £79, frenchconnection.com
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Sandals: £79, dunelondon.com
Jaeger at M&S Brings the Citrus Pop
This bright, boxy linen number is perfect for lazy days or quick errands.
And it’s basically your summer shortcut.
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Dress: £89, Jaeger at marksandspencer.com
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Sandals: £35
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Earrings: £27.99, pilgrim.net
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Bag: £69, johnlewis.com
George at Asda Nails Denim Cool
You can wear this shirt-dress solo now and layer it later.
It’s a year-round win.
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Dress: £30, asda.com
Serve Tenniscore at River Island
Channel Wimbledon vibes in this sporty-preppy stunner.
All you need is a strawberries-and-cream moment.
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Dress: £66, riverisland.com
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Basket Bag: £45, phase-eight.com
John Lewis Loves Bold Yellow
Forget pastels—chartreuse is the yellow that actually turns heads.
This dress brings the sunshine even when skies are grey.
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