A summer dress should feel as good as it looks. If sleeves and pockets are on your wish list, the next things to consider are fabric, lining and how much room you like through the waist.

These three minnie + MAXXIE styles offer different takes, from relaxed cotton for everyday plans to floral midi dresses for special occasions.

Pure cotton and an easy fit: the Rio Cotton Midi Dress

For a colourful shirt dress with a relaxed feel, meet the Rio Cotton Midi Dress.

Made from 100% soft washed Indian cotton, it pairs vibrant stripes with a collared neckline, button-through front and long sleeves with elasticised cuffs. Side seam pockets keep the essentials close, while side splits add movement.

The fit is generous. Wear it loose for an easy silhouette, or use the optional waist tie when you want more definition. Style it with flat sandals for a casual lunch or a weekend away.

Floral occasion dressing: the Willow Bloom Midi Dress

Prefer a fit-and-flare shape and shorter sleeves? The Willow Bloom Midi Dress combines a pink and purple floral print with a mandarin neckline and ¾ sleeves.

Its main fabric is 50% cotton and 50% polyester, with 100% cotton lining. Side pockets, a button-through front and an invisible back zip bring practical details to an occasion-ready style. The optional fuchsia belt adds a bright finishing touch.

It’s our pick for a celebration or long lunch when you want a floral midi with lined coverage rather than sheer sleeves.

Sheer sleeves and a flexible waist: the Ayla Havana Midi Dress

The Ayla Havana Midi Dress brings soft peach and vanilla cream tones to a floral shirt-dress silhouette.

The main fabric blends 60% cotton, 20% linen and 20% polyester. The front bodice and midi skirt are lined in cotton, while the back bodice remains slightly sheer and the ¾ sleeves are sheer. That distinction matters if opaque arm coverage is a priority.

A shirred elastic panel at the back waistband allows some give, while side seam pockets and an optional sash complete the look. Pair it with wedges for a garden celebration or dress it up with heels.

Choosing between them

Choose Rio if pure cotton, long sleeves and a generous fit are your priorities. Choose Willow Bloom for a floral fit-and-flare midi with lined coverage. Choose Ayla Havana for sheer sleeves, a cotton-lined skirt and stretch through the back waist.

Before choosing your size, compare the garment measurements on the product page with a similar dress you already own. Check bust, waist and length rather than relying on the size label alone. For Ayla, the waist measurements include the shirred panel’s stretch.

Your perfect summer dress isn’t just about the print. It’s the combination of fabric, coverage and fit that makes you reach for it again.