Women's vintage plaid dress features spaghetti straps, and a knee-length skirt
Popular patterns include floral, paisley, and tie-dye, while the designs range from tiered maxis and wrap styles to smocked bodices and adjustable straps
In 2026, dress shoes are no longer reserved for events with dress codes
FIND OUT MORE AT ELLE COLLECTIVE The best brown dresses, at a glance On the catwalk, the idea of a brown summer dress was put forward by designers from JW Anderson (short, shiny) to Fendi (flowy, coral trimmed) and it has caught on with retailers too
The skirt transforms into a dramatic cascade of tiered ruffles, creating voluminous movement and a soft, airy feel