Skip to main content
your browser is not supported
To use ASOS, we recommend using the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Edge
ASOS home
Begin typing to search, use arrow keys to navigate, enter to select

FASHION

THE FAIRY DRESS IS THE GO-ANYWHERE STYLE YOU NEED THIS SUMMER

By Sarah Waldron, 25 July 2026

In an era of relentless self-optimisation and packed social schedules, we’re always looking for our clothes to do more – that’s why athleisure occupies an ever-increasing chunk of our wardrobes. But what if you need something just as versatile on the opposite end of the glam spectrum? We've got you. Meet the fairy dress – your new summer go-to.
Millie Bobby Brown fairy dress| ASOS Style Feed

Picture: Getty Images

Millie Bobby Brown wearing a floral fairy dress in New York City.

 

The fairy dress is the sartorial equivalent of a glass of sparkling rosé: unashamedly feminine, deceptively chill and perfect for every occasion. You’ll know one when you see one – they're made of lightweight floaty fabric, complete with ruffles or frills, and have a high-low hem or exposed shoulders. Not only will they work for weddings and parties, but they can be dressed down with boho accessories during the day, too. Think Millie Bobby Brown in floral chiffon and flip-flops, or Stevie Nicks with velvet and layered necklaces at the peak of her Fleetwood Mac powers. Here's how you can style yours.

A BOHO LOOK FOR THE DAY

Fairy dress daytime| ASOS Style Feed

Flouncy frilly dresses are made for boho accessories – just ask Isabel Marant, whose spring/summer collections are an eclectic mix of ruffles, florals, suede and fringe. Topshop’s blurred-out, watercolour floral dress can be worn to a wedding with heels, but we also like it on holidays with brown studded sandals and a simple bandana headscarf to match. Dial up the whimsy vibes with a suede clutch complete with dynamic fringe accents.
​

GET THE LOOK

01: NA-KD Suede fringes handbag in tan, £85.95
02: ASOS DESIGN Fallen slider clog sandal in chocolate, £28
03: ASOS DESIGN small headscarf in chocolate, £10

04: Topshop premium chiffon high low maxi dress in watercolour floral, £85

A NOSTALGIC LOOK FOR THE NIGHT

Fairy dress evening| ASOS Style Feed

Pictures: ASOS

Sex and the City fans will feel a sense of nostalgia looking at this ensemble. Kiss the Sky’s aptly-named Carrie style is like an ode to the famous fairy dress Carrie Bradshaw wore to meet Mr Big in Season 3, which ended with both of them tumbling head-first into a pond. Make like Carrie (pre-pond incident) and style your fairy dress with embellished mules, a Y2K pink shoulder bag and delicate silver jewellery. And just like that, you’re ready for a night out in the city.


GET THE LOOK
01: Kiss The Sky 90s Carrie frilly chiffon printed midi dress in coral, £52
02: Stradivarius Lobster clasp shoulder bag in pastel pink, £19.99
03: Pilgrim Prism necklace in silver plated, £27.99

04: Topshop Natasha embellished mule high heeled sandal in silver, £50

SHOP THE STORY Items