Blog: Crossroads Style

A midi dress is a flattering and versatile piece for a busy summer season—wear it to all your barbecues, music festivals, and summer date nights. It’s the perfect effortless piece to throw on for any occasion. Not too short, not too long, casual with sneakers, and more dressed up with sandals, it’s easy to see why midi dresses are a warm-weather staple.

Take a look at some of my favorite styles of mid-length dresses that make summer dressing so easy!

Everyday Casual
For those grab-and-go days, throw on a breezy striped wrap dress and a low heeled sandal, and you’re ready for anything the day throws at you!

Summer White
The essential summer dress? A breezy, white, button-down midi that can be dressed up or down!

Off-The-Shoulder
Opt for a more playful look and wear an off-the-shoulder midi dress full of color!

Floral
Because floral for spring and summer will always be on trend.

The Wrap Dress
Beat the summer heat in a flirty wrap dress!

Woven accessories are one of summer’s top trends and for good reason: I’m loving the relaxed, resort vibe that woven, wicker, and raffia accessories add to an outfit.  From straw hats to braided bags and even raffia slides and mules, this trend is only growing. Take a look at some of my favorite ways to style a woven piece with your summer wardrobe!

Statement Bag

Casey of Officially Quigley adds bright color and texture to her breezy summer dress with her woven straw clutch.

Wear-Everywhere Hat

Brittany of Thrifts and Threads tops her summer blouse with a woven hat. This essential summer accessory is so versatile; use it to easily dress up or dress down!

Summery Shoes

Jeans and a Teacup‘s Jessica styles her woven Topshop heels effortlessly with a classic look for the summer.

It’s that time of year again. The mornings and evenings are getting cooler, but summer’s heat still lingers during the day. No matter the actual weather, something about the beginning of September has us itching to pull out our knits, booties, and coats. Dressing with light layers, muted tones, and key fall accessories will tide you over until it’s time to fully transition your closet from warm weather to cold.

Take a look at these 7 outfits to inspire your summer-to-fall style!

Kristen, WhoWhatWear
WhoWhatWear editor Kristen knows that a blazer is the perfect topper during transitional weather. It provides lightweight coverage that a coat would be too heavy for.

Elifnaz, Belle Melange
Elifnaz’s outfit is perfect for early fall. A muted, long-sleeve floral blouse paired with a denim midi skirt and sneakers will keep you comfortable from morning to evening.

Samantha, Could I Have That?
I love Samantha’s refreshing way of layering two lightweight tops for a little extra coverage.

Julie, Orchid Grey
A good hat is the way to my heart, and with a cool breeze in the air, fall is the best time to break out your hat collection!

Olivia, What Olivia Did 
Olivia’s silk burgundy dress is the perfect transition piece; the long sleeves and high neck add slightly more coverage for early fall days.

Paulien, Polienne
Swap out your breezy blouses for more structured, heavier ones. Statement sleeves like the ones on Paulien’s top are still on trend for this season!

Mary, Happily Grey
If all else fails, throw a lightweight bomber on it and call it a day!

As the temperatures start to rise, it’s only natural to hit the beach for some vitamin D and relaxation. Whether you plan on reading by the water or going for a bike ride along the boardwalk, here are a few trendy cover-up options you can wear for any beach occasion.

Any of these outfits is summer-approved and fail-proof for the beach:

Transition from beach day to bonfire with a lightweight sweater. A sweater worn over swimsuit bottoms—as done here—is the perfect look for cozying up next to a bonfire. 

A pair of high-waisted shorts is a closet staple for summer. Want to show off your new bathing suit top? Switch out the usual crop top piece for a tankini or bralette bathing suit top. 

Without a doubt, a pretty patterned dress is always a go-to option for the beach. They’re easy to take on and off if you need to tan or jump into the water (I’m always tempted to do the latter!).

Nail perfect beach style by throwing on a romper over your bathing suit. The one-piece won’t take up much room in your bag, making it perfect for when you’re on-the-go.

A two-piece separate outfit has everything you need to feel beach-time ready. Top off your outfit with a round handle or straw bag that can hold all of your beach essentials.  

Take a style cue from Annabelle Fleur and wear a dress with a plunging neckline to show off a peek of your bathing suit without going overboard.

I typically gravitate towards darker, warmer colors, but the blazing heat of summer has me pulling together any all-white looks that I can. I am loving effortless, breezy fabric for this time of the year. Who has the patience for anything else during the summer? After scouring blogs and Pinterest for inspiration, it looks like I’m not alone in my current white obsession. Take a look at some of my favorite white hot summer looks below!

Economy of Style
Psyche is beating the St. Louis heat in style with a beautiful white maxi pleated dress. A maxi dress is essential for surviving the high temperatures of summer.

Cali Vintage
Erin manages to look chic in 107 degree heat with her matching woven set.

Wide Eyed Legless
The key to make a white dress interesting is attention to detail. The ruffle and stripe detail on Madelynn’s dress manages to catch eyes.

Southern Styled
This boho dress is the perfect effortless dress to throw on during the summer to go from the farmers market to bruch!

Trop Rouge
Christina gets through the summer temperatures of New York with a silky tank and white, structured shorts.

Fashion Jackson
I am a huge fan of the effortless jumpsuit. From being dressed up to down, a jumpsuit can keep you sane during the heatwave.

Nina Suess
Nina dresses down an otherwise structured jumpsuit with sneakers to create a casual balance, perfect for running around town in the heat.

Lonestar Southern
A white blouse and denim is a classic combination that will take you from Memorial Day to Labor Day in style.