Superdry : How Do You Stay Warm in a Summer Dress?

Now the sun is starting to come out, so are summer dresses. But will there be warm weather? Or will we be left shivering? Here's how to layer up your summer dresses to keep you warm and dry whatever the weather decides to do.

Let's take a look at some summer fashion ideas for different types of summer dresses and how to stay cosy in unpredictable weather.

Dress it up with a wrap

Feminine and floaty with an all-over print, theSummer Wrap Dresswas made for warmer months. Until we can rely on the weather, swap sandals for ankle boots, and add an edge to the prettiness of this dress with atasselled leather jacket.

Stay cool and casual with a T-shirt dress

T-shirt dresses are the ultimate in laid-back style. The relaxed fit makes them a great choice for lazy summer days. Make like our model and add a brightboyfriend truckerto theBoho T-Shirt Dressfor a pop of colour and added warmth. Ourhigh-ankle basket trainersare a great addition for an off-duty look.

Consider a shirt dress

A shirt dress is a classic transitional piece that will take you from season to season. TheTencel Shirt Dresslooks great worn with adenim jacket. Add some edge with abackpackto pop your jacket into if you get too warm.

Can you still wear mini dresses when it's colder?

Sitting just above the knee and featuring spaghetti straps, theAlana Cami Dressisthequintessential summer dress and it adapts perfectly whatever the temperature. Show it off on cooler days by layering over aclassic white T-shirtand pairing with chunkyChelsea bootsfor smart casual styling.

Get cosy with knitwear

How do you warm up a summer dress? Simply throw on a slouchy cardigan like theGrace Oversized Cable Cardiganover your summer dress and you'll stay cosy all day. A chunky knit can be layered over any outfit when it's cold outside and adding a knitted layer is a particularly good choice if you're spending the evening outdoors. TheLong Sleeve Tencel Dresslooks stylish teamed with a big cardigan, taking you from day to night.

How do you wear a maxi dress in the summer?

Floaty, bohemian maxi dresses are great for casual summer dressing. TheAmira Maxi Dressoffers the ultimate dressed-down look, with a tiered skirt and billowing elasticated sleeves. The long sleeves will keep you warmer, and it'll also look good layered with a denim jacket orsuede bikerin a contrasting colour.

Are midi dresses a good summer option?

With a hemline that hits the leg between the knee and ankle, midi dresses are universally flattering. Wear theJersey Midi Dresswith abomber jacketand trainers for a summer outfit that will work just as well in colder months.

Where can you buy stylish summer dresses?

From minis to maxis, you'll find all of the dresses we've featured and more in theOriginal & Vintage collectionalong with all the layering options you need to keep warm - and look stylish - in your summer clothes.