This Pretty Dress Trend Is All Over New York— 30 I Think Are Perfect

While New Yorkers often head east for a summer filled with pickle ball, champagne and linen sets, those who camp out at home know one rule is imperative as the days get longer and significantly warmer: your key to surviving is dressing smartly. Pack up your jeans and fold your boucle quiet luxury dresses elsewhere if you're staying in the city—this summer, the only trend that seems to matter to anyone is delicate, soft, breezy smocked and shirred dresses.

While the romantic style has been around for ages, it girls new and alike have been turning to it for a no-frills, easy summer outfit recipe. Just throw on your smocked dress of choice, slip-on footwear and a raffia bag for a look that'll rival even the coolest girls on the Italian coast.

Below, browse styling inspirations for the best smocked dresses and shop some of the prettiest picks.

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What you need: white smocked dress and crotchet bag

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What you need: sunglasses and a smocked tube dress

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What you need: a delicate, puff-sleeve smocked mini dress

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What you need: a contrast-stitched smock dress and colorful makeup

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What you need: a full-length smocked dress and summer sandals

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What you need: a strapless smocked dress and a lightweight knit to throw over your shoulders

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