Cool and effortlessly stylish is always the look we aim for when planning our summer wardrobe. But most times this is only achievable by the rich and fabulous while the rest of us suffer in the hot sticky Australian heat.

But this does not have to be the case if you are selective about the kind of dress you buy.

This summer’s must-have budget dresses, made from a lightweight breathable fabric, will have you swaying your way through the Aussie summer looking like Bo Derek on a Mexican beach.

What’s more, the dresses comes in multiple colours, styles, sizes, and geometric prints (plus an extremely budget-friendly price) that will suit any colouring, frame, summery occasion, and wallet.

The button-front kaftan

This one size fits most dress (length 50”, bust 70” and sleeve length 20”) will fit a medium to double XL.

Comfortable, lightweight, and featuring an attractive geometric print, you can wear it as a cover up around the pool at home, to the beach or button in up for the neighbour’s New Year’s get together.

Or simply use it as a day dress to get you through a hot summers day.

The chiffon kaftan

This sheer dress which comes in a variety of bright colours and prints is ideal for those beach or swimming pool days.

Ever so slightly transparent, it is a loose plus size and is extremely flattering on most body shapes.

The sheer lightsome fabric will keep you feeling cool and feeling stylish all day long.

Long beach kaftan

This beautiful paisley dress fits size S to XXL.

The deep V neckline enhances your contours while the soft material hugs the shape of your body.

With its bright and colourful prints, you have a dress that boasts a good dose of relaxed, feminine charm.

Partner it with a fabulous hat for a beach cover up or team it up with some strappy sandals or preppy sneakers for some super stylish day wear.

The black kaftan

Nothing says effortless style quite like the black number

This short sleeve cover up will take you from the poolside to the resort bar with just a quick change of your earrings and sandals.

With a bust size 49,6”, waist 49,6” and length 43,7”, it’s flowy and flattering on all shapes and sizes and with a sheer lightsome fabric will keep you cool as your go-to dress throughout summer.

The batwing kaftan

This V-neck kaftan with batwing sleeves is comfortable for all plus size body shapes.

Loose fitting in a black and white print, this dress creates a long stylish line and is perfect for day wear or a day on the beach.

Accessorise with some sparkling earrings and put your hair up for a sophisticated evening look.

With so many styles, colours and prints to choose from and at such a reasonable price, you’d be forgiven for buying more than one of these dresses.