25 Stylish, Summer Dresses for Europe That Can Handle All-Day Excursions & Still Look Good on Camera

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If you have a trip to Europe penciled into your calendar, an empty suitcase, and the much-dreaded question, “What do I pack?”, a shopping spree is definitely in order. If you have no clue where to start with your packing list and need a little inspo, I’ve scrolled through pages of online shopping sites to find the best dresses for Europe.

My top picks are easily shoppable from Walmart, QVC, Amazon, Nordstrom, Revolve, Zara, and more, and include all of the latest trends. Think ruffles, cut-outs, maxi lengths, crochet materials, and more. I’ve also kept price range in mind, with my selects ringing you up anywhere from $25 to $400, but we kept most picks under $100, because in *this* economy, we gotta look good on a budget.

Best Dresses for Europe at a Glance

• Best Denim Dress: Free Assembly Cotton Utility Mini Dress, $32
• Best Lightweight Dress: Johnny Was Chevron Tank Dress, $398
• Best Silky Dress: Susan Graver Charmeuse Midi Dress, $61 (originally $85)
• Best Linen Dress: Zara Linen Midi Dress, $80
• Best Trendy Dress: Petal & Pup Yana Sleeveless Maxi Dress, $99
• Best Poplin Dress: Zara Poplin Dress With Textured Flowers, $70
• Best Dress for Travel Days: Abercrombie & Fitch Traveler Mini Dress, $69
• Best T-Shirt Dress: Universal Thread Short Sleeve Midi T-Shirt Dress, $25
• Best Dress With Puff Sleeves: PRETTYGARDEN Puffy Sleeve Midi Dress , $60
• Best Dress With Cut-Outs: The Drop Brinda Maxi Dress , $40
• Best Bodycon Dress: Alo Yoga Sport Play Knit Dress, $148
• Best Gingham Dress: English Factory Gingham Tiered Midi Dress, $90
• Best Active Dress: Z By Zella Outscore Active Dress, $40 (originally $75)

Well, I won’t keep you waiting any longer. These dresses will help you turn your romanticized European getaway into reality, and you will no doubt have loads of photos to choose from when posting all about your trip on Instagram. So keep reading to find your new favorite dresses for Europe.

Which Dresses to Wear to Europe, According to a Stylist

What dresses to pack to Europe will depend on several different factors, including trip length, the climate of your destination, and the general list of activities you’ll be doing once you arrive.

“When shopping for dresses for Europe, there are a number of things to consider,” says Samantha Sutton, a professional stylist and StyleCaster’s Shopping Writer. “If you’re trying to pack light, think about versatility and consider designs that can be dressed up and down with different shoes and accessories. If you’re hoping for a standout style moment, choose bold details like prints, embellishments, or cut-outs. You’ll also want to consider temperature. If you’re someone who gets cold easily, maybe opt for a maxi or longer sleeves, and if you go the mini route, make sure it’s one that can easily be layered under a jacket or sweater.”