Balmy days and long, bright nights are finally our reality, and I’m embracing this golden stretch of the calendar by devoting some time to perfecting my summer capsule wardrobe. After months of heavy layers and muted tones, the moment has finally arrived to welcome back the elegant cuts and pretty shades that felt misaligned with the past nine months.
Brimming with intent, I’ve been gathering new-season styling inspiration, and this week I’ve landed upon something particularly special. Spotted within hours of each other, Victoria Beckham and Blake Lively stepped out in luminous dresses rendered in the glass slipper blue colour trend—and I know I won’t be far behind.
Attending an event in Dubai, Beckham wore a form-fitting dress in a cool-toned, oceanic shade complete with an iridescent finish, which she paired with tonal strappy sandals in the same glossy hue.
An enchanting colour with a calm, romantic energy, this soft shade is imbued with a gentle charm that adds dimension without overwhelming an outfit. With its icy nature, the soft shade feels akin to that of a thickly cut glass piece, hence its ethereal name.
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Just moments later, Lively followed suit in a floaty, romantic Tamara Ralph gown, complete with cut-out detailing and a softly flowing skirt in a similarly luminous hue.
A softer, calmer alternative to the pop of red colour trend that dominated the warmer months last year, this pared-back hue retains all of the intrigue, with a wearable and uplifting energy.
Inspired to channel the magic, I’ve tracked down the elegant dresses that have caught my eye this season. Read on to shop the most beautiful glass slipper blue dresses for summer below.
SHOP GLASS SLIPPER BLUE DRESSES:
Reformation
Oren Silk Dress
This elegant silk dress also comes in six other shades.
Anthropologie
The Lily One-Shoulder Satin Maxi Slip Dress
I’m banking this for wedding season.
Rixo
Sandrine Floral Jacquard Midi Dress
Rixo’s bias cut dresses are a fashion person’s favourite.
Rotate
Alberty Floral-Appliqué Mesh Gown
This elegant gown is perfect for high-summer styling.
Ghost
Willow Satin Maxi Dress
Style with a tonal heel for a Beckham-approved take.
Nobody’s Child
Soft Blue One Shoulder Midi Skylar Dress
I can’t see this staying in stock for long.
Whistles
Pale Blue Mila Square Neck Maxi Dress
Square-neck dresses are a staple in my capsule wardrobe.
Significant Other
Ice Blue Lucile Bias Satin Maxi Dress
This icy blue shade is so easy to slot into a capsule wardrobe.
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