The 42 dresses to snap up from the summer sales, before they sell out

SHOP: I've scrolled through the John Lewis summer sale to find the best womenswear bargainsREAD MORE: A chic co-ord is the key to easy summer dressing – these are the 37 best on the high streetSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Updated: 09:46 EDT, 20 July 2026 Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn moreSummer sales season is here, and if there's one category worth raiding first, it's dresses. Whether you're jetting off somewhere hot, heading to a wedding, or just want something easy to throw on for the school run, this year's reductions have thrown up some brilliant buys across every price point and occasion.The beauty of a great summer dress is its versatility. Need something for a garden party or a drinks reception? There are occasionwear pieces with romantic details like scallop trims and delicate prints that feel special without the full-price sting. Prefer your dresses low-key? Everyday linen and cotton styles offer the kind of breathable, wear-with-sandals ease that makes them summer wardrobe staples, destined to be reached for on repeat until winter.This season's polka dot revival is out in full force, proving once again that some prints simply never go out of style. Meanwhile, the humble LBD gets a summer refresh, and crisp white dresses continue their reign as the ultimate warm-weather look - equally at home on holiday or dressed up for an evening out. For anyone who's ever cursed a dress with nowhere to put their phone, there's also a strong showing of pocketed styles, alongside thoughtful details like thicker straps designed to comfortably cover bra straps.I've scoured the sales at Nobody's Child, John Lewis, Reiss, H&M, Mint Velvet and more to round up the pieces worth adding to basket now... DON'T MISS 'I refuse to believe she is 49': Shakira fans marvel over her 'ageless' appearance at World Cup final as her ex-husband watches on Hollywood descends on the World Cup final: Beyoncé, Rihanna, Kylie Jenner, Tom Cruise, Dua Lipa and the Beckhams lend their A-list power to the 'beautiful game' OPINIONNo one's shocked Harry wants to reverse Megxit. 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