This Darling Puff-Sleeve Gingham Dress May Be The Perfect Summer Ensemble—And It's On Sale

Summer is a flurry of events, whether it’s celebrating a new bride for an upcoming wedding or a themed backyard barbecue with elaborate tablescapes. But truthfully, you shouldn’t need an occasion to look good, and you certainly shouldn’t be discouraged from looking good because you lack the summer closet essentials. In a season where we covet the cool breezes that give us relief in the summer heat, flowy and lightweight dresses like this Zesica midi are the way to go. 

This one in particular provides ample coverage and is designed to allow enough airflow so that you won’t trap in any heat. Not only does the dress look and feel good when you wear it, it’s currently marked down by 34 percent to be a little kinder to your wallet, too. 

Zesica Plaid Square Neck Puff Sleeve Dress

The combination of gingham, puffed sleeves, and square neckline are enough to ensure you show up to brunch, dinner, or even church looking perfectly classy. Add the flowy A-line midi length skirt to the mix, and you have a dress that softly sways as you move for an even more feminine flair. “It fits perfect and is very flattering,” shared one postpartum shopper. “I’ve received so many compliments on this dress! Will be buying more!” It’s helping some shoppers feel their best, too. “I haven't felt this pretty in a while,” confessed another shopper. 

Looks aside, how the dress fits is of course important. The midi length alone means you’ll have plenty of coverage regardless of how you move in it, but the stretchy nature of the smocked bodice gives you plenty of give (and support) in your torso. “The smocking fit is so flattering on every body type,” wrote one five-star reviewer who also said “the length is perfect.” It’s why it’s a go-to for many pregnant shoppers looking for something forgiving and comfortable—and cute, of course. Some even say that the stretchy bodice makes it perfect for nursing moms, too. “I’m most impressed with the comfort of the dress. It just feels good on. Airy but covered. And very easy to breastfeed in,” said a final shopper who calls this one of their favorite dresses.

Comfortable and stylish, the dress also hits the mark for being easy to maintain. Shoppers confirm that it doesn’t wrinkle easily and even post wash the dress doesn’t shrink, either. And with it being available in 12 different gingham colors, you’ll rest assured that no shoppers have noticed any fading in their dresses either. 

The perfect, lightweight summer dress is here. Wear it to photo shoots, brunch celebrations, or outdoor events to look a little fancied up without feeling constricted or hot in summer temperatures. But you’ll want to shop it now while it’s on a limited-time sale for just $39. If you’re hoping to expand your summer dress selection even further, find more of our favorite ones below—they’re all on sale!

Prettygarden Wrap V Neck Maxi Dresses

Zesica Flowy Smocked Swing Midi Dress, 

Btfbm Floral Wrap V Neck Ruffle Cap Sleeve Dress

Tobrief Square Neck Ruffle Maxi Dress

Prettygarden Floral Ruffle Puff Sleeve High Waist Midi Dress