Statement Skirts & Dresses Are Going To Be The Go-To Trend For Summer 2024

With things heating up around the country, it's time to place the cardigans and the trousers into storage and break out our go-to skirts and dresses. While you can never go wrong with some linen skirts and a classic, sleeveless LBD, for summer 2024, we're ready for a bit of fun. This means vivid tones, unique cuts, and bold pairings. Thanks to A-list celebs like Jennifer Lawrence and Olivia Rodrigo, polka dot dresses have been trending hard, and are expected to continue their reign through the fall. We're also seeing some y2k fads make their way onto summer runways and store shelves. Meanwhile, handkerchief hems have poked their heads back into the conversation after laying dormant since the '90s — and their whimsical effect looks absolutely gorgeous on floral printed skirts and dresses.

Whatever the particular style you choose, move ahead with skirts and dresses this summer with confidence. Crochet pastel mini skirts, checked midi skirts, and cupcake wrapper dresses are giving us mood-boosting wardrobe upgrades. Bold is beautiful, and we're all about making a major statement. 

Talk about balletcore. Evocative of the mille-feuille pastry, a multi-layered ruffle skirt is a declaration of romance and fun for the summer. The tiers of fabric playfully express the easy flow of such a statement-packing skirt. Balance the voluminous layers with something cropped or fitted on top, and pair with tonal heels. It's a dreamy way to step into warm weather without holding anything back. Looks pretty delicious. 

Wrap maxi dresses are summer's secret weapon. The breezy fabric is surprisingly cooling, and if thigh chafing ruins your summer, you can easily slip on a pair of chafe-free bike shorts underneath for maximum mobility and comfort. No one will have a clue. Crisp whites and bold blues in the print conjure up images of Santorini, transporting us to the Mediterranean. Pair with a woven bag and simple, leather sandals to keep the dress as your focal point. 

Crochet isn't just for scarfs. The needle craft is a most welcome base for standout summer looks. Get dolled up in a second with a matching set, made up of a crop top and mini skirt. Pastel tones are trending hard, and the soft vibes of lilacs and cotton-candy pinks make for an unexpectedly sweet combination in a two piece outfit. 

This summer's statement dresses are all about volume. Easy movability meets candy-coated whimsy, as you craft a chic look around the billowy structure. Keep your look sleek and modern by sporting a middle-part bun, and tone down accessories by going for a tonal bag and shoes. The dress is enough to make noise for days, which is exactly what we want! 

Go for a midi-length skirt that's joyfully populated with flowers, blossoms, and vibrant tones. The joy of wearing a statement skirt is that you can also pair it with statement shoes, like lime green sandals that incorporate the bliss of the flowing skirt. Keep the rest of the look simple by wearing a basic staple tank and a chic, straw sunhat for protection and the perfect final accessory. 

The grown-up version of the handkerchief hemline is a sharp, asymmetrical hem. Such an unexpected finish to a skirt gives you both a knee-length look and a midi-look all at once. Coordinate with a matching jacket, or bring out the inner renegade by pairing your geometric skirt with a whimsical top, like a peasant blouse. Mirroring the sharp lines in the hem, go for modern cat eye sunglasses to add some sophisticated angles. 

Mini dresses can pack just as much of a punch as the maxi ones, particularly if the dress in question features a voluminous bubble hem. The rounded finish of the bubble hem is very vogue in the summer of 2024. Cinch at the waist with a statement belt to offset the volume at the base and in the sleeves. It's airy enough to remind us of clouds.