When the good weather arrives, we dream of lightness, freedom, pieces that follow our every move without ever restricting us. The short dress embodies all of this at once: a breath of carefreeness, a hint of elegance, and that little something that makes all the difference. At Petite Mendigote, we've created a collection of short summer dresses for women designed to accompany you everywhere, from your busy mornings to your impromptu evenings, without ever sacrificing comfort or style. Inspired designs, carefully selected materials, flattering cuts for all body types... Shall we take you?
What are the trends in summer dresses?
Make way for short, floral summer dresses
Every year, they return to the forefront with a fresh and poetic touch: short summer dresses with floral prints remain the season's big winners. We love them for their ability to brighten our days and enhance all skin tones, from fair to golden. At Petite Mendigote, they come in sunny or powdery colors, and stylized or more bucolic floral patterns, to suit every mood. Perfect for capturing the light, these pieces are designed as true bursts of joy, to be worn as soon as the mercury rises.
Materials, sometimes noble, sometimes light, are making a comeback
It's impossible to talk about summer without talking about materials. This season again, we're giving pride of place to natural and breathable fibers . Cotton and cotton gauze provide that soft and airy touch that we love on bare skin. The Rosa model by Petite Mendigote is a very beautiful illustration of this. Viscose is also one of those essentials that we adopt without hesitation. Perfect for a light short dress in summer , it delicately brushes the body and accompanies each movement with grace.
These materials aren't just comfortable to wear, they also guarantee impeccable hold all day long. Because a summer dress should be able to follow you everywhere, from the hustle and bustle of the city to waterfront getaways, without ever losing its allure.
Discover our selection of short and flowing summer dresses
We're totally falling for short, flowing summer dresses with a bohemian feel that exude freedom. Delicately gathered sleeves, sunny prints and shades, a silhouette that caresses the figure... Perfect details for strolling around town or enjoying an aperitif on a terrace.
But summer is also the season for ceremonies! We then think of more formal models to enhance exceptional moments: a beautiful structure, an open back, a worked or even low-cut neckline, sometimes even subtle sequins... Among the creations Petite Mendigote, Valeriane, Ria or Riviera are, for example, ideal to accompany you in these beautiful moments.
And for women who are active every day, we haven't forgotten the more casual essentials. We're focusing on easy-to-wear pieces: the Rainbow shirt dress with its masculine-feminine accents, the Regina denim dress with a bold look, or the delicate Rutabaga fine knit dress. They slip on without thinking but always make an impact.
Whether it's to turn heads at a ceremony, feel beautiful on vacation, or assert your style in the urban jungle, the short dresses for women in this spring/summer collection are designed to flatter all body types:
Wrap-around cuts elegantly outline the waist,
Straight versions that focus on simplicity,
Skater dresses to assert your femininity,
Flowing fabrics , the promise of a light and relaxed look...
A pleasure to wear, a pleasure to shop… without feeling guilty.
How to wear your short dress this summer?
What shoes to pair with your dress?
It's all about balancing comfort and style. For all your hottest-day getaways, opt for flat sandals or leather flip-flops : a summer wardrobe essential. Sneakers , meanwhile, add an ultra-trendy urban twist to your short summer dress , perfect for strolling around town in casual chic style.
For more special occasions, we let ourselves be seduced by wedge espadrilles , for that 100% holiday look that we love. And if the dress is more dressy, why not dare to wear pumps or heeled sandals ? To enhance your silhouette while remaining natural, these masterful choices make all the difference.
At Petite Mendigote, we celebrate versatile pieces that reinvent themselves to accompany you at every moment, from suspended moments to shared memories.
What accessories go with a short dress?
Accessories have the power to change everything! A short, flowing summer dress ? Highlight your waist with a pretty belt to reshape your silhouette and add a bohemian touch. We love it because it adds structure without weighing you down, and it instantly adds style.
When it comes to bags, you can also adapt them to the occasion. A natural, textured raffia model will be your best friend for vacations, Sunday strolls, or craft markets. For a more urban look or a more formal event, we prefer a structured leather version, to wear on the shoulder or across the body. Chic and practical, it ticks all the boxes.
