Breezy Does It

Lightweight dresses are this summer's staple.

By Melissa Tessitor

After months of eager anticipation, summer’s sun-dappled mornings, balmy afternoons, and seemingly endless hours of daylight are finally upon us. It’s almost like June is whispering, Slow down, kick off your shoes, and take the afternoon off.

Pulling on a sundress or romper is an effortless way to give in to the call. These one-piece classics have always defined easy, warm-weather style, needing only a few well-chosen accessories to shine. This year, they’re more versatile than ever, thanks to the tailored details and office-appropriate hemlines that allow them to move from a meeting on Friday to sangria on Saturday; just add strappy sandals and a wide-brimmed hat.

Outfit One

“Luxury” Straw Hat by Betmar, $52. Bonnet: 412 NW 11th Ave, 503-954-2271, bonnetboutique.com
Eyelet Dress by Nick & Mo, $90. Narcisse: 1015 SW Washington St, 503-224-2422, shopnarcisse.com
Red Bag $8. Buffalo Exchange: 1036 W Burnside St, 503-222-3418, buffaloexchange.com

Outfit Two

Paper Foldable Hat by San Diego Hat Company, $42. Bonnet: 412 NW 11th Ave, 503-954-2271, bonnetboutique.com
Knotted Necklace by Lisa Freede, $72. Grapevine: 310 N State St, Lake Oswego, 503-635-6009, grapevinestyle.com
Cotton Swimming Hole Romper by Puella, $68. Anthropologie:1125 NW Couch St, 503-274-0293, anthropologie.com
Zebra-Head Enamel Bracelet $36. Three Monkeys:811 NW 23rd Ave, 503-222-5160

Outfit Three

“Luxury” Straw Hat by Betmar, $52. Bonnet: 412 NW 11th Ave, 503-954-2271, bonnetboutique.com
Amber Tassel Pendant by Timeless Treasures, $178. Grapevine: 310 N State St, Lake Oswego, 503-635-6009, grapevinestyle.com
Belted Dress by Corey Lynn Calter, $202. Phlox Clothing Boutique: 3962 N Mississippi Ave, 503-284-1264, phloxpdx.com
Recycled Leather and Wool Mini Saddle Bag by Feel Design, $145. Olio United: 503-542-5000, shop.oliounited.com

Published: June 2009