What dresses we will wear this summer? The trends for Summer 2018 suggest various styles, colors and patterns. With a constant thread: a nostalgic penchant for vintage styles. Like the pretty 50s style dresses  worn by  Saoirse Ronan in Brooklyn, or the patterns sported by  Duchess Sarah Ferguson in the 80s. A strong-hued déjà-vu with a few pastel tones.

Of course, there are also more innovative styles that play with patchwork and layering, but the apron and baby doll dresses will be all the rage on the beach and in town. See in the gallery a selection of the best summer dresses spotted on the runway and follow our smart guide to choose the dress that will suit you best:

The patterned summer dress, patchwork styles featuring different layered panels and patterns for a vibrant look. Try an oversized and light style also for workThe check & plaid mania: not just for winter, as seen at Prada, where models wore ample pinafore dresses over polo shirts or lightweight blouses. A perfect multi-layered ensembleto flaunt come Spring.The oversized, lightweight dress. Perfect for those who are looking for comfort without sacrificing glamour.The shirtdress: a totally versatile garment, especially in classic white. It’s like a white canvas you can personalize with accessories.The floral dress: leave in your closet tropical prints and embrace botanical patterns. Pastel hued micro florals are back.The polka dot dress: in our opinion it’s the must-have piece for this Summer.The baby doll dress: from Chanel to Emporio Armani to John Galliano, many designers offered romantic mini dressesin lace, satin and tweed, perfect for a ‘Lolita’ look.

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The Best Street Style From Copenhagen Fashion Week Spring 2019 Style inspiration can be hard to come by in August, when the air is thick with humidity and even the most stylish women resort to breezy dresses or cutoffs to beat the heat. Fortunately, we can look to Copenhagen Fashion Week to lift our sartorial spirits in the dog days of summer. It’s extra-warm in the Danish capital right now, so we’ve already seen a few girls in shorts, while several others are choosing easy, one-and-done printed dresses. More surprising is the amount of plaid—picnic-blanket dresses, tie-dyed plaid blouses, and even a plaid slip. Maybe it’s the new gingham? Style du Monde photographer Acielle is on the ground capturing all of the best looks, and New Yorkers should bookmark their favorites now; our fashion week is just a month away. See our latest coverage here, and check back for daily updates. Courtesy of Vogue Global