This Simple Noughties Dress Is in Every Fashion Person's Suitcase This Summer

2008 is calling, it wants its favourite dress back. That won't be happening any time soon, though. Stylish people everywhere are reclaiming the humble halterneck dress as their own this summer, and they're showing no signs of letting up. Even the coolest celebs are in on it. Everyone we currently look to for outfit inspo, from Charli XCX to Sofia Grainge and Hailey Bieber, has been spotted in halterneck dresses recently. So, I thought I'd do an internet deep dive to find the very best styles on the market right now for us to shop from.

As well as appearing in holiday wardrobes across the globe (via my social feeds), during the recent heatwaves I saw so many people on the streets of London sporting halternecks, and it reminded me just how good the dress style actually is. Universally flattering, just the right amount of sexy and surprisingly versatile—I saw outfits ranging from elegant and polished to uber-cool and casual.

Personally, I can't get enough of Reformation's pretty polka dot Floria dress—that's two major 2025 dress trends ticked off in one key buy. In fact, Reformation have loads of great halterneck dresses, including some gorgeous extended size options. I also wouldn't say no to St. Agni's minimalist iteration—you just can't beat a classic white dress in the height of summer, whatever the occasion. Of course, the high street has this trend covered too, and Zara, Mango and COS all have extremely chic options you should check out. Whether you want a bold printed style or a tonal neutral, silk or cotton, mini or maxi length, I think I've covered all bases with this edit. Keep scrolling to see (and shop) for yourself.

See How Fashion People Are Wearing the Trend:

Sofia has opted for an elegant maxi halter dress in crochet before, and dressed it up with a pointed-toe heel.

Coordinating accessories makes this halterneck dress look feel more grown up.

Hailey proves that a halterneck dress is such a fun holiday wardrobe piece.

Opt for a style with a fitted bodice for an elegant look.

Shop the Best Halterneck Dresses for Summer 2025:

RIXO

Harlan Lace-Trimmed Satin Halterneck Midi Dress

Of course, Rixo has a lot of great halterneck dress options.

Abercrombie

The A&F Julia Slip Halter Maxi Dress

This also comes in a pretty pastel blue.

ZARA

Flowing Open Back Halterneck Dress

Reformation

Delilah Linen Dress Es

This could work for so many different events.

Anthropologie

Ronny Kobo Filippa Halter V-Neck Basque-Waist Midi Dress

I love the flattering fitted bodice here.

Nobodys Child

Floral Halter Neck Lyne Midi Dress

A ditsy floral print adds a vintage feel to a halterneck dress.

ASOS DESIGN

Asos Design Linen Blend Halter Maxi Dress in Chocolate

An excellent budget option to try out the trend.

ST. AGNI

Crinkled Cotton-Blend Poplin Halterneck Maxi Dress

Everyone needs a perfect white dress for summer

Nobodys Child

White Halter Neck Gio Mini Dress

Such an easy mini to throw on during heatwaves.

MANGO

Combined Halter-Neck Dress

I love navy as an alternative to black in summer.

My personal favourite in this list.

Mango

Halter-neck knitted dress

Free People

Good Feels Halter Midi

This comes in four cute colourways.

Reformation

Delanie Dress

This would look great with a leather biker jacket thrown over in autumn.

Never Fully Dressed

Gingham Halterneck Dress

It's giving Hollywood glamour.

Reformation

Jennis Silk Dress

The halterneck adds something interesting to this otherwise simple minidress.

COS

Pima Cotton Halterneck Dress

An LBD if ever I saw one.

ZARA

Gathered Halterneck Maxi Dress

Such a gorgeous shade of green.

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