From barbecues to festival food, summertime is filled with great food — and unfortunately many opportunities for bloat. Luckily, that’s where flowy dresses come in. With cuts that conceal and fabrics that don’t cling, there are plenty of styles out there that can hide a food baby — and don’t break the bank.
Below, we rounded up 17 flowy summer dresses that cleverly hide belly bloat — and still look stylish while doing it. Whether you’re looking for elevated styles for work or everyday picks to look stylish on a random Tuesday, these options are major confidence (and comfort) boosters. With prices starting at just $19, you can grab two (or three) while staying on budget.
17 Flowy Summer Dresses That Cleverly Hide Belly Bloat
Comfy, Everyday Picks
1. Our Favorite: You can always depend on this flowy midi dress for comfort, everyday styles and functionality — it has pockets!
2. Must-Have Maxi: With over 6,000 bought in just the last month, shoppers are obsessed with this flowy maxi dress that can be styled with cardigans, belts, jackets and more.
3. Floral and Fabulous: Wear this floral maxi dress when you’re wanting to channel your feminine side for summer.
4. Has Pockets: From errand runs to coffee dates, this loose T-shirt dress will be a go-to for both — especially because it has pockets.
5. Waist-Slimming: Make your waist look snatched with this wrap silhouette midi dress that also glides over the midsection.
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Beautiful and Brunch-Worthy
6. Our Favorite: Who says brunch dresses have to be stuffy? This ultra soft version proves that they can bring the style too.
7. One Shoulder Wonder: From Sunday brunches to outdoor weddings, this floral one-shoulder dress will keep bloat hidden for both.
8. Shape-Enhancing: Make your silhouette look slimmer with this waist-cinching maxi dress that elevates your closet as well.
9. Pretty Pastels: Summer to fall, we’ll never not love a pretty pastel dress — especially this one that has a flattering wrap silhouette.
Polished Office Picks
10. Our Favorite: This loose shift dress is perfect for those work days when you’re struggling to find something to wear.
11. Stylish Swiss Dots: Rule the boardroom in this sleek swiss dot dress that can seamlessly transition to be worn for happy hour as well.
12. Perfectly Polished: Look polished and put-together in this short sleeve midi dress that comes in several stunning prints to choose from.
13. Chic Shirt Dress: Stay cool on hot summer days in the office with this relaxed fit shirt dress that’s made with breathable viscose fabric.
Vacation Getaway Go-To’s
14. Our Favorite: From sunset date nights to sightseeing, this floral wrap dress can be used for all kinds of vacation activities.
15. Smocked and Strapless: Function meets fashion with this floral strapless dress that doubles as a beach cover up.
16. Coastal Minimalism: Channel modern coastal energy with this neutral maxi dress that’s now an Amazon bestseller.
17. Beachy Comfort: Dripping sweat in the sun is already uncomfortable — make it easy with this soft maxi dress that comes in several vacation-inspired prints.
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