A maxi dress is a long dress that tends to reach your ankles or, in certain cases, the floor. It's a casual outfit that looks smart enough for occasions that call for a little extra effort and is super comfortable. Often form-fitting at the top and flowy and airy towards the bottom - just the outfit we require in this scorching heat! But beyond just this season, the maxi dress is officially timeless. Jennifer Lopez even said to back in January! So if you're planning to jump on the maxi trend, read on to know about some of the best brands where you can shop at, be it a high street store, your favourite designer or upcoming indie labels.
A Wardrobe Essential, Shop Maxi Dresses From These 11 Brands Across Budgets
Label Ritu Kumar
This well-known premium label known for its distinctive style and reflecting ancient traditions of Indian craftsmanship in contemporary ways. They have a range of maxi dresses that can be dressed up or down, according to the occasion. This navy printed dress has a mid-riff cutout detail and is the perfect combination of colours for summertime! And also this blue printed one that cinches the waist for a more flattering appeal.
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 2250
Amala Earth
Amala Earth as a brand is rooted in Indian origin and built on the foundation of conscious living. It brings together brands, products, and experts. You'll find maxi dresses from different brands here with the commonality of being ethical and responsible. This kaftan style maxi dress caught our eye for the summertime - breathable material, super comfortable, airy and a cool colour tone! In the same beautiful indigo colour find this ruffled maxi dress as well.
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 1699
Okhai
Okhai, is an online brand that offers handcrafted apparel and lifestyle products created by rural artisans from across India. On selecting a product on their website, you'll be shown details of the artisan who made it. This tie-dye dress (lovely to beat the summer heat because of the colour and cotton material) for example was made by Ramiben Nangesh from the village of Arambhada.
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 1,900
Happi Space
Started by Jhalak Mittal in 2020, Happi Space offers comfortable colourful clothing, worn by various celebs like Gabriella Demetriades and also influencers like Juhi Godambe. This maxi dress with a watercolour pattern is an ideal pick for summer as it's made from 100% cotton and the belt can be tied according to your fit.
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 5500
Myshka
Find awesome kurtas, palazzo sets or a dress in pretty floral prints at Myshka. This blue printed maxi dress was our summer dress pick as it's made from georgette which is light, flowy and fairly breathable. This one is also an LBB best seller, with over 400 positive reviews for the brand.
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 600
Oceanista
With the sun glaring, we're all looking for some breezy casuals and Oceanista offers just that. This indie brand sells a great range of casual tops, dresses and jumpsuits for women as well, that aren't just comfy but are guaranteed to turn heads as well. The floral print of this flared sleeve dress matches the season's vibe and the price matches almost any budget!
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 699
Amalgam
Amalgam has a variety of cotton maxi dresses that from the looks of it feel quite light and pleasing. All of them are hand block printed in various designs, like this printed white pleated dress that's got comfortable three-quarter sleeves to save us from the tan!
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 1400
Monk And Mei
A sustainable brand that offers beautiful and easy-breezy clothes? Presenting Monk And Mei. They work with different master-jis, stylists, tailors, and designers. The designs are minimalist, yet have elements playing together in terms of patterns, sleeves and designs, like this floral embroidered detail green dress.
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 2499Mati
The meaning of Mati in Sanskrit is soil. Soil can be moulded into any shape and designer Fatima K. Punjaabi seeks to capture this essence of it. The brand is all about comfortable silhouettes. The raw, organic feel comes from sustainable and handwoven fabrics, shapes that are inspired by nature and colours that are earthy and natural. Like this orange rust dress or this blue one.
Price: Maxi dresses start at INR 3000
Malie
Now if you're looking to splurge and shop from a luxury brand then checkout Malie's elegant collection. We've spotted influencers like Masoom Miniwala in their playful silhouettes, like in this bright yellow meringue dress that has voluminous tiers and statement sleeves.
Price: Dresses start at INR 14000
House Of Soi
With plenty of coral colours, vibrant prints and breezy silhouettes, House of Soi’s new collection Desert Rose is an ideal one to shop this summer. You'll find buttery yellows and bright oranges to sport on the beach vacation. If you prefer to tone it down, do so with blue, green and even a few pinks. Most of this new collection is made from crepe and satin linens that are not ideal to trudge to the mall in, but like we said, vacation ready is that the collection is about. For those elegant soirees, you'll find skirts and co-ords too. But we're here for the maxi dresses!
Price: INR 5,200 upwards