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WITH SUNNY SKIES and a jam-packed social calendar, the last thing we want to be sweating over is our summer wardrobe. That's why you'll find us slipping into maxi dresses again this season. With fun prints and patterns, flowing fabrics and a forgiving cut, the long frocks are great for any shape and size, says Fadia Nemeh, owner of Mademoiselle in Westlake. "Look for something that's going to set it apart, like a different neckline," she says. The trend also includes maxi dresses that are short underneath and sheer on top — "so you can kind of see through it a little bit on the bottom," Nemeh says. Here are three picks to get your laid-back look started.

Finishing Touches

Let your maxi dress play a starring role by keeping your accessories minimal.