Cutout mini dresses are one of the hottest dress trends for women for summer and fall 2022! Not only are they effortlessly chic and fabulous, but they’ll keep you cool on a hot summers day! They’re also ideal for a variety of occasions – from bridal showers to summer wedding guests, outdoor brunch, backyard barbecues, baby showers, garden parties and that’s just the beginning. Amal Clooney is just one of the many celebrities who love this trend!
One of the many things I love about trendsetting cutout mini dresses is that they can be dressed up or down easily and effortlessly! They will look great worn casually with your favorite pair of flat slide sandals and a straw tote to lunch, on a vacation or dinner with friends! That same dress can be dressed up with your favorite statement jewelry, clear pumps or strappy heel sandals and worn to a wedding, a bridal shower or date night. There are so many options!
If you’re searching for a trendy new mini dress for summer, you’re in luck! Today, I’m excited to share 20 of the best cutout mini dresses in every top style, color, print and trend.
Black Cutout Mini Dresses
Over the last few years I’ve become obsessed with the French Connection Whisper Dress line! I just learned that this chic and popular dress is now available as a cutout dress! If you love this style as much as I do, you can’t go wrong with this fab French Connection Whisper Cutout Sleeveless Dress! It is available in quite a few different colors including black, “coral sands”, “sharp green” and summer white. This is one a-line cutout waist dress that you can wear casually with flats or even a pair of Golden Goose sneakers or with heels!
Black Halter Cutout Mini Dresses
This gorgeous Abercrombie Knot-Front Cutout Halter Mini Dress incorporates two popular trends for summer: the fab 70s inspired halter and cutout detailing! It is made of crepe fabric, and is machine washable which is a plus! This beauty is available in a few different colors and in regular, tall and in petite! As someone who is under 5’4″, it can be difficult to find mini dresses that don’t hit below the knee, so I love that it’s also available in petite. This gorgeous dress checks all the boxes and is affordable too! It is ideal for wedding guest season or date night!
Give me all the trendy and affordable summer dresses and I’m happy! This fun LNL Cutout Back Halter Minidress in black is ideal for an evening out with friends or date night. You can wear it with heeled sandals, pumps, mules or low slides. The best part is this fab dress is lined and only $50 with free shipping!
Trendy Black Cutout Mini Dresses In A Variety Of Styles
I’m such a huge fan of Lulus trendy and affordable clothing! This summer I’m obsessed with this Lulus Cutout on the Town Cutout Body-Con Minidress. It’s available in beige, royal blue and black, and is only $44 with free shipping. I love everything about it, especially the cutout waist detailing, 90s inspired spaghetti straps and flattering tulip hem! It’s an absolute must for a variety of occasions, especially at such a great price!
If you love the look of cutout dresses but don’t want to show much skin, you’re in luck! This stunning BB Dakota Body Talk Cutout Detail Stretch Cotton Dress in black is definitely for you! I love the v-neck line, peekaboo cutout detailing, stretchy cotton material and slits on the side. This dress is ideal for your next vacation, a friend’s wedding or date night. Did I mention it’s only $69 with free shipping? Even better!
I’m obsessed with this chic casual 4SI3NNA Oakley Cutout Minidress in black! I can’t get enough of the black flutter sleeves, cutout waist and flowy skirt. This little black cutout dress is perfect for a concert in the park, a birthday celebration with friends or summer vacation season.
Madewell is one of my favorite brands on the planet! I practically live in my new Madewell skort, classic tops, dresses and tees. The clothing is chic and very comfortable, which is right up my alley. This cute Madewell Seersucker Puff Sleeve Cutout Mini Dress is perfect for every day, brunch on the patio with friends or a backyard barbecue with the family. I love everything about it – from the seersucker material to the puff sleeves, cutout waist, and tiered skirt. Another great thing about this dress is it is lined. This beauty is a must for summer and fall too!
Puff sleeve dresses with cutout detailing are everywhere on social media these days! I simply adore this phenomenal Majorelle Tillie Mini Dress in black! I can’t get enough of the elegant puff sleeves “with pearlescent loop button details at cuffs”, the chic square neckline, and cutout detailing at the waist. It is fully lined and has fantastic 4.8 out of 5 stars, which is an added bonus!
White Cutout Mini Dresses
Not only is this gorgeous ivory Bardot Tillie Lace Cutout Minidress perfect for the bride-to-be at her engagement party or bachelorette party, but is ideal for summer in general! I adore the princess seams, the fact that it’s fully lined and that it has adjustable straps. It will look great on its own with strappy nude sandals, your favorite jewelry and a chic clutch. You can also wear it casually with a denim or moto jacket and flat sandals or ankle boots.
It doesn’t get any better than this lovely lace Lovers and Friends Shoreline Mini Dress in white! I adore the square neckline, puff sleeves, and ruffled cutout trim at the waist. It will look amazing with a pair of white or nude heels and minimalistic jewelry. This dress is perfect for the bride-to-be, wine tasting, or a fabulous event this summer.
Wayf is another great brand for trendy, affordable and well made clothing! I have countless Wayf tops and dresses that are staples in my wardrobe. This must have wraparound Wayf Long Sleeve Cutout Minidress is available in ivory, peach and lavender. You can never have too many long sleeve dresses for cool summer nights! This dress will be perfect for the bride-to-be or any event you have planned all season long.
Speaking of Wayf dresses, I’m officially obsessed with this WAYF Cut Out Mini Dress in white. Don’t you just love the eyelet detailing, puff sleeves, and cutout at the waist? I do, too! This magnificent dress can be dressed up with trendy platform heeled sandals, a pair of minimalistic heeled sandals, wedges or your favorite mules. It will be perfect for any casual summer event or outing you have planned this season and spring/summer 2023 as well!
Like many of you, I’m loving how popular square necklines are this season! That’s one of the many reasons I simply adore this gorgeous MINKPINK Whitewash Mini Dress. It has puff sleeves, a cutout at the waist and back, and a chic bow in the back. This dress is perfect for the bride-to-be’s festivities or for someone who searching for the perfect white dress for summer.
The Best Beige Cutout Mini Dresses
Pink Cutout Mini Dresses
This extremely popular English Factory Women’s Pleated with Cutout Detail Mini Dress (in Fuchsia) has been everywhere on social media as of late. It’s a fashion blogger/influencer favorite and is definitely on my list for summer! This fab short sleeve/puff sleeve dress with cutout detailing is made of 100% cotton, which is one of the best fabrics for summer due to its breathability. I think this dress will look great with your favorite pair of slides, mules, wedges or white sneakers.
I love that Fuchsia is such a popular shade for summer. It’s such a bright, beautiful and cheerful shade of pink. This stunning Morgan & Co. Scuba Crepe Cutout Body-Con Dress is ideal for summer wedding guests, bridal showers, date night and that’s just the beginning. It’s available in quite a few different colors including black, white, Fuchsia and varying shades of blue. This chic fitted dress is very affordable at just $59 with free shipping and will be a staple in your wardrobe all summer long. In fact, you can wear it with a blazer, moto jacket or classic leather jacket come fall!
This beautiful Alice + Olivia Cara Fit Flare Dress in the color bright poppy is an absolute dream! It is ideal for a bridal shower or wedding guest, and is sure to garner compliments every time you wear it. This gorgeous dress will look amazing accessorized with your favorite pair of heels, minimalistic jewelry and a classic bag or clutch!
Blue Cutout Mini Dresses
Like many of you, I LOVE blue dresses, especially bright and beautiful shades of blue like cobalt and Santorini blue! This stunning Susana Monaco Off the Shoulder Cutout Body-Con Dress is perfection. I adore the slim fit and the chic back cutout. This lovely knit off the shoulder dress is also available in the color “sugar”, which is just as pretty and is sure to garner compliments every time you wear it!
The Best Gingham Cutout Mini Dresses
Nothing says summer quite like gingham, and this fab Wayf Jules Cutout Minidress in black and white gingham check is perfection! I love the fact that it’s sleeveless for hot summer days and the classic jewel neckline. It is effortlessly chic and will look great with your favorite flat sandals, low heels, mules, wedges or white sneakers!
Floral Print Cutout Mini Dresses
This pretty floral print ASTR the Label Dorinne Dress is perfection! It incorporates so many popular trends – from puff sleeves to pink floral print, eyelet lace and cutout (waist and back) detailing. I absolutely love everything about it, especially the sweetheart neckline. This dress is an absolute must for every occasion you have planned this summer. It’ll look great accessorized with minimalistic earrings, a classic pair of neutral heeled sandals or pumps and a solid color clutch or top handle handbag.
