Maxi dresses. They’re comfortable to wear and quite easily a staple in almost every woman’s wardrobe. It’s no secret that summer here in Qatar gets exceptionally hot and so dressing appropriately for the weather while adhering to local customs is really important. Enter the all convenient maxi dress.

Granted, wearing maxi dresses during the summer months isn’t particularly a ground-breaking move. However, in this part of the world where summer feels like it goes on forever, it’s practically a necessity. So we’ve turned to Instagram to see people’s dresses of choice for this summer- and it is all about the print!

A vibrant print screams summer. Pair with accessories that complement the look like the statement tassel earrings featured here.

Gingham here. Keep it easy with a classic print like this Ganni gingham dress paired with a no-fuss Simon Miller bag. The perfect weekend brunch outfit.

Go for a one sleeve number and turn heads. Let the dress be the star of the show here and keep it simple with a slicked up top knot and hoops. The perfect evening look.

Vintage dresses. Different eras in fashion history presented us with different silhouettes. The 60’s gave us empire line dresses that flatter the waist and were blessed with the slip dresses of the 90’s that were championed by the likes of Kate Moss – there is something for everyone. Team up your vintage dress with the shoes like a pair of Mariam Nassir Zadeh’s a’la the post above.

The cold shoulder. Bardot or off the shoulder, whatever you call it, it is a classic that is re-visited every summer. A style that is elegant and flattering, style with a pair of Chucks or wedges like the image above.

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By Al-Shaima Ayoub