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How to Style a Tie-dye Dress for Summer


Discover ideas on how to style a tie-dye dress for summer and what to wear for a fabulous look according to various occasions and styles. From vacation and beach to summer festivals or concert outfits, tie-dye dresses are a fantastic choice to wear this season.


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What is a Tie-dye dress?

A tie-dye dress is a garment that features a distinctive, often colorful pattern created through the tie-dye technique, where fabric is twisted, folded, or tied and then dyed to create unique, often psychedelic or bohemian patterns. It bloomed in the 70s with the flower power movement, and it became the hippies’ favorite look because it was unconventional and rebellious. These dresses are popular for their laid-back, artistic, and summery vibe, and they come in various silhouettes like maxi, mini, bodycon, shift, wrap, and more.


How to Style a Tie-Dye Dress for Summer

When styling your tie-dye dress for summer, let the dress be the statement piece and keep accessories and other clothing simple, like neutral shoes and bags. There are several tie-dye color combinations to choose from. Yet, the most popular colors are blue and pink, and the most trending length is maxi.


For a minimalist approach, choose muted or monochrome tie-dye prints. Additionally, you can use denim or other layers like jackets, vests, etc., to tone down brightness for more formal or structured looks. Here are some tips for wearing and styling your tie-dye dress for summer:


1

Casual Day Out

For a softer, daytime look, choose a sleeveless midi tie-dye dress in pastel tones. Accessorize it with a canvas tote or a denim bag and colorful beaded bracelets. Wear it with white sneakers or flat espadrilles.


2

Beach or Pool Day

Wear a flowy, off-shoulder or halter-neck tie-dye cover-up dress with a lightweight, breathable fabric like cotton or rayon. Style it with oversized sunglasses, a straw hat or bag, a shell necklace, and slide sandals or flip-flops.


This summer outfit layout features an A-line dress with a turquoise tie-dye pattern, and pair it with bright accessories in similar shades and boho details.

outfit layout by Joanna_ARTbyJWP via Polyvore

Mood board featured items:

  • RVCA blue dress | rvca.com
  • Monki white lingerie | monki.com
  • Michael Kors earrings | shopbop.com
  • Trezo Lavi bohemian jewelry | simons.ca
  • Cat-eye glasses | quayaustralia.com
  • iPhone case | redbubble.com
  • Nars cosmetic | beauty.com
  • Mac cosmetic | belk.com
  • Benefit sun care | harveynichols.com
  • Clinique sun care | macys.com
  • Nail polish | beauty.com
  • Cream T-strap sandals | shein.com
  • Tote bag | society6.com


3

Music Festival or Outdoor Concert

Combine your maxi or tiered boho-style tie-dye dress with a fringe crossbody bag, layered necklaces, bucket hat, and gladiator sandals for a boho-chic look.


4

Date Night or Dinner Out

Opt for a bodycon or wrap tie-dye dress in darker hues like indigo, burgundy, etc. Add gold hoop earrings, sleek clutch, and strappy heels or heeled sandals. Layer a cropped leather or denim jacket for edge.


5

Work or Casual Office

Try a subtle, monochrome tie-dye midi dress with sleeves and accessorize with simple jewelry, a structured tote, and low-heeled mules or loafers. Layer with a lightweight blazer or cardigan.


6

Weekend Brunch

Select a smocked or tiered tie-dye sundress in cheerful, bright colors to match the vibe. Combine it with statement sunglasses, a woven crossbody bag, and platform sandals or wedges.


7

Evening Party or Event

Opt for a satin slip dress or a high-low hemline with jewel-toned or ombre tie-dye for sophistication. Style it with dangling earrings, metallic clutch, and block heels or elegant sandals.




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