Milkmaid Dresses Are Trending Again — 25 Summer Styles To Shop

Milkmaid dresses started going TikTok-viral last spring and fully took off in the summer thanks to fashion It girls like Sabrina Carpenter, Kaia Gerber, and Olivia Rodrigo. Typically characterized by structured bodices, puff sleeves, and A-line skirts, the romantic silhouette is sticking around this summer.These sweet, ethereal styles — including Hill House Home’s beloved Nap dresses — remain a go-to summer dress trend for their breezy, throw-on-and-go ease. And with options ranging from casual minis by celeb-favorite Ciao Lucia to dressier maxis by TikTok-loved House of CB, there’s a milkmaid dress for just about every occasion.Whether you’re dressing for daytime plans, vacation, date night, or a summer wedding, we’ve rounded up 25 standout styles — think florals, gingham, crisp whites, and pastels with delicate details like bowties and rosette appliqués — to bring a touch of vintage whimsy to your wardrobe this season.All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.For more can't-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter.Dôen Quinn DressDôen Quinn Dress, $, available at DôenDamson Madder Becca Mini DressDamson Madder Becca Mini Dress, $, available at Damson MadderJ.Crew Linen Cap-Sleeve Midi DressJ.Crew Linen Cap-Sleeve Midi Dress, $, available at J.CrewOld Navy Waist-Defined Ruffled Midi DressOld Navy Waist-Defined Ruffled Midi Dress, $, available at Old NavyReformation Balia Linen DressReformation Balia Linen Dress, $, available at ReformationQuince 100% Organic Cotton Keyhole Midi DressQuince 100% Organic Cotton Keyhole Midi Dress, $, available at QuinceAnthropologie The Peregrine Midi Dress: Square-Neck EditionAnthropologie The Peregrine Midi Dress: Square-Neck Edition, $, available at AnthropologieMadewell Smocked U-Neck Mini DressMadewell Smocked U-Neck Mini Dress, $, available at MadewellHouse of CB Carmen Bustier SundressHouse of CB Carmen Bustier Sundress, $, available at NordstromAbercrombie & Fitch Emerson Poplin Puff Sleeve Midi DressAbercrombie & Fitch Emerson Poplin Puff Sleeve Midi Dress, $, available at Abercrombie & FitchSelkie Gwyn DressSelkie Gwyn Dress, $, available at RevolveFor Love And Lemons Georgia Gingham Midi DressFor Love And Lemons Georgia Gingham Midi Dress, $, available at ShopbopH&M Puff-Sleeved DressH&M Puff-Sleeved Dress, $, available at H&MAsos Design Curve Wide Strap Channel Waist Midi SundressASOS DESIGN Curve Wide Strap Channel Waist Midi Sundress, $, available at ASOSHill House Home The Pippa DressHill House Home The Pippa Dress, $, available at Hill House HomeLisa Says Gah Claudia DressLisa Says Gah Claudia Dress, $, available at Lisa Says GahUrban Outfitters Rosie Smocked Tiered Ruffle RomperUO Rosie Smocked Tiered Ruffle Romper, $, available at Urban OutfittersSleeper Belle Cotton Dress with Rose DetailSleeper Belle Cotton Dress with Rose Detail, $, available at SleeperFree-est In My Dreams Midi Dressfree-est In My Dreams Midi Dress, $, available at Free PeopleCider Plus Square Neck Strawberry Graphic Lace Trim Midi DressCider Square Neck Strawberry Graphic Lace Trim Midi Dress, $, available at CiderCiao Lucia Gianluca DressCiao Lucia Gianluca Sun Gingham Cotton Dress, $, available at Ciao LuciaGap x Dôen Eyelet Midi DressGap x Dôen Eyelet Midi Dress, $, available at GapFrankies Bikinis Christa Mini DressFrankies Bikinis Christa Mini Dress, $, available at Frankies BikinisTuckernick Gingham Seersucker Landis Maxi DressTuckernuck Gingham Seersucker Landis Maxi Dress, $, available at TuckernuckEloquii Poplin Flare Mini DressEloquii Poplin Flare Mini Dress, $, available at EloquiiFree-est In My Dreams Midi Dressfree-est In My Dreams Midi Dress, $, available at Free PeopleDôen Quinn DressDôen Quinn Dress, $, available at DôenReformation Balia Linen DressReformation Balia Linen Dress, $, available at ReformationGap Eyelet Scoop Neck DressGap Eyelet Scoop Neck Dress, $, available at GapAstr The Label Temperance DressASTR The Label Temperance Dress, $, available at RevolveAbercrombie & Fitch Emerson Poplin Puff Sleeve Midi DressAbercrombie & Fitch Emerson Poplin Puff Sleeve Midi Dress, $, available at Abercrombie & FitchSleeper Cancan Linen Maxi DressSleeper Cancan Linen Maxi Dress, $, available at SleeperHouse of CB Carmen Bustier SundressHouse of CB Carmen Bustier Sundress, $, available at NordstromLike what you see? How about some more R29 goodness, right here?These Summer Dress Trends Are A Nostalgic Dream7 European Summer Staples For Vacation OutfitsHow To Style “Hard-To-Wear” Trends For Petites

Milkmaid Dresses Are Trending Again — 25 Summer Styles To Shop
Milkmaid dresses started going TikTok-viral last spring and fully took off in the summer thanks to fashion It girls like Sabrina Carpenter, Kaia Gerber, and Olivia Rodrigo. Typically characterized by structured bodices, puff sleeves, and A-line skirts, the romantic silhouette is sticking around this summer.

These sweet, ethereal styles — including Hill House Home’s beloved Nap dresses — remain a go-to summer dress trend for their breezy, throw-on-and-go ease. And with options ranging from casual minis by celeb-favorite Ciao Lucia to dressier maxis by TikTok-loved House of CB, there’s a milkmaid dress for just about every occasion.

Whether you’re dressing for daytime plans, vacation, date night, or a summer wedding, we’ve rounded up 25 standout styles — think florals, gingham, crisp whites, and pastels with delicate details like bowties and rosette appliqués — to bring a touch of vintage whimsy to your wardrobe this season.

All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.

For more can't-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter.

Dôen Quinn Dress



Dôen Quinn Dress, $, available at Dôen

Damson Madder Becca Mini Dress



Damson Madder Becca Mini Dress, $, available at Damson Madder

J.Crew Linen Cap-Sleeve Midi Dress



J.Crew Linen Cap-Sleeve Midi Dress, $, available at J.Crew

Old Navy Waist-Defined Ruffled Midi Dress



Old Navy Waist-Defined Ruffled Midi Dress, $, available at Old Navy
Reformation Balia Linen Dress

Reformation Balia Linen Dress, $, available at Reformation

Quince 100% Organic Cotton Keyhole Midi Dress



Quince 100% Organic Cotton Keyhole Midi Dress, $, available at Quince

Anthropologie The Peregrine Midi Dress: Square-Neck Edition



Anthropologie The Peregrine Midi Dress: Square-Neck Edition, $, available at Anthropologie

Madewell Smocked U-Neck Mini Dress



Madewell Smocked U-Neck Mini Dress, $, available at Madewell

House of CB Carmen Bustier Sundress



House of CB Carmen Bustier Sundress, $, available at Nordstrom

Abercrombie & Fitch Emerson Poplin Puff Sleeve Midi Dress



Abercrombie & Fitch Emerson Poplin Puff Sleeve Midi Dress, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch

Selkie Gwyn Dress



Selkie Gwyn Dress, $, available at Revolve

For Love And Lemons Georgia Gingham Midi Dress



For Love And Lemons Georgia Gingham Midi Dress, $, available at Shopbop

H&M Puff-Sleeved Dress



H&M Puff-Sleeved Dress, $, available at H&M

Asos Design Curve Wide Strap Channel Waist Midi Sundress



ASOS DESIGN Curve Wide Strap Channel Waist Midi Sundress, $, available at ASOS
Hill House Home The Pippa Dress

Hill House Home The Pippa Dress, $, available at Hill House Home

Lisa Says Gah Claudia Dress



Lisa Says Gah Claudia Dress, $, available at Lisa Says Gah

Urban Outfitters Rosie Smocked Tiered Ruffle Romper



UO Rosie Smocked Tiered Ruffle Romper, $, available at Urban Outfitters

Sleeper Belle Cotton Dress with Rose Detail



Sleeper Belle Cotton Dress with Rose Detail, $, available at Sleeper

Free-est In My Dreams Midi Dress



free-est In My Dreams Midi Dress, $, available at Free People

Cider Plus Square Neck Strawberry Graphic Lace Trim Midi Dress



Cider Square Neck Strawberry Graphic Lace Trim Midi Dress, $, available at Cider

Ciao Lucia Gianluca Dress



Ciao Lucia Gianluca Sun Gingham Cotton Dress, $, available at Ciao Lucia

Gap x Dôen Eyelet Midi Dress



Gap x Dôen Eyelet Midi Dress, $, available at Gap

Frankies Bikinis Christa Mini Dress



Frankies Bikinis Christa Mini Dress, $, available at Frankies Bikinis

Tuckernick Gingham Seersucker Landis Maxi Dress



Tuckernuck Gingham Seersucker Landis Maxi Dress, $, available at Tuckernuck

Eloquii Poplin Flare Mini Dress



Eloquii Poplin Flare Mini Dress, $, available at Eloquii

Free-est In My Dreams Midi Dress



free-est In My Dreams Midi Dress, $, available at Free People

Dôen Quinn Dress



Dôen Quinn Dress, $, available at Dôen

Reformation Balia Linen Dress



Reformation Balia Linen Dress, $, available at Reformation

Gap Eyelet Scoop Neck Dress



Gap Eyelet Scoop Neck Dress, $, available at Gap

Astr The Label Temperance Dress



ASTR The Label Temperance Dress, $, available at Revolve

Abercrombie & Fitch Emerson Poplin Puff Sleeve Midi Dress



Abercrombie & Fitch Emerson Poplin Puff Sleeve Midi Dress, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch

Sleeper Cancan Linen Maxi Dress



Sleeper Cancan Linen Maxi Dress, $, available at Sleeper

House of CB Carmen Bustier Sundress



House of CB Carmen Bustier Sundress, $, available at Nordstrom

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