20s velvet dress Karen's Gift: A 1920s confection by Mrs Martina Downing pulls on over head LATE 1920'S SAPPHIRE BLUE SILK

We are in love with the ruching detail throughout the bodice and its flirty, layered ruffle shoulders

Choose a dress that is body-skimming, not body-conscious The perfect slip dress will have room to layer the tee/turtleneck/blouse underneath without it showing through

If you're not a fan of summer dresses, I hope that this post has inspired you to flip that script

For coverage when the sun dips, bring along a lightweight kimono or open-weave duster in a coordinating earth tone

If youre wondering what to wear under dresses, skirts, and shorts in the summer, this list of undergarments has everything you need

Pictured: Glitz & Glimmer dress Church Camp: Go for cool and comfortable chic with a simple pull-on dress and cute sandals or fashionable sneakers