For summer, I’m all about keeping cool, especially when my calendar is penciled full of outdoor activities.

Whether a family picnic, a play, or a cocktail party, this ruched silk trapeze dress from Banana Republic is both classic and chic, effortless and elegant — easily transitioning me day to night, week to month — for all summer long.

100% silk and hemmed right above the knee, a trapeze dress is the picture of vacation versatility, making it an obvious but still unique choice to be paired with flats or heeled sandals. (via Hope Robertson)