This Amazon T-shirt Dress Is Perfect for Summer

I’ve always loved this quote from the late Diana Vreeland, former editor at Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue: “It’s not about the dress you wear, but it’s about the life you lead in the dress.” I couldn’t agree more with the Parisian-born fashion writer (whose name is in the International Best Dressed List Hall of Fame, so clearly she knows what she’s talking about). Still, I think sometimes, the life you lead is also made possible by the dress you wear. For example, I’m a travel writer and I’ve worn this ultra-comfy yet stylish Amazon T-shirt dress everywhere from onboard a superyacht in the Adriatic to a safari in the Kalahari Desert. And, right now it only costs $33 when you use this coupon.

Although it’s not exactly high fashion (we aren’t talking about Jennifer Lopez’s iconic green Versace number from the 2000 Grammys), this comfortable summer dress is versatile, packable, and machine-washable — three prerequisites for most things that make it onto my packing list. I love that it’s an affordable summer outfit: One day, I’ll be in the market for a (used) Vera Wang. But for now, I prefer to spend my disposable income on plane tickets to exotic destinations. 

Merokeety Striped T-shirt Dress With Tie Waist 

Made with a super soft polyester and rayon blend, this dress is both comfortable and stretchy, mimicking the feel of the T-shirt you reach for when you want to curl up on the couch. Yet, it looks like a dress you can wear on the golf course. 

In May, I wore this dress on a Via Croatia superyachting trip. My travel companions were luxury travel advisors with $3,000 Louis Vuitton trunks, while I traveled with a $250 Monos Carry-on. But every time I wore this dress, I got at least one compliment. Thanks to the nautical stripes, I was channeling Coco Chanel (and no one knew I was doing so on a budget). 

But it isn’t just its style that I love. The Merokeety T-shirt dress is also so breathable and lightweight which made it perfect for wearing on a recent safari in the Kalahari Desert. I sported it on mid-day game drives without overheating. It was even nice enough to wear afterward to my seven-course tasting at Klein JAN, a restaurant founded by Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen, the first South African chef to be awarded a Michelin star. 

Because I primarily travel solo, I also love that it’s a pull-on piece (I hate asking strangers to zip me up). The two front pockets offer perfect convenience, too. They’re deep enough to hold my essentials and, most importantly, my hands (I never know what to do with them in photos). The tie-waist also won me over. Because I have Crohn’s disease, I get bloated easily. With this dress, I can simply adjust the waist so it never feels too tight or uncomfortable. It’s also fun to play around with the bow placement to switch up the style. And, if you want more than one option for your next trip, you can choose from 16 colors, or buy the same dress with longer sleeves if you’re looking for shoulder coverage. 

Merokeety Striped T-shirt Dress With Tie Waist 

As much as I wish this dress was a custom creation, it’s obviously not — in fact, it’s incredibly popular. More than 1,200 dresses, including the longer-sleeved version, were sold in the last month. Together, both looks have nearly 23,000 five-star ratings, with most people praising its versatility. 

“It kept me cool enough in extreme heat & humidity. It’s conservative enough for family events, if needed, but can be dressed up for dates too,” wrote one traveler. “[It] packs nicely and was not a wrinkled mess,” mentioned another person who wore theirs over a bathing suit for day trips and excursions. One traveler found it was perfect for a work trip that required business resort wear, writing: “I loved this dress so much that I came back and ordered a second color.”  

Merokeety Striped T-shirt Dress With Tie Waist 

Many people also mentioned getting tons of compliments while wearing this dress. I recently wore it on a trip with my fashionista friend, fellow travel writer Laura Studarus. Not only did she shower me with flattering comments, but she also asked where I bought it, assuming it was fresh off the rack from somewhere like J.Crew, Nordstrom, or Banana Republic instead of Amazon.

Because this dress is so travel-friendly, I can genuinely lead my best life while wearing it. It’s my ticket to looking cute and feeling comfortable on the road, on a cruise, or even on safari. And of course, I’m bringing it when I go to Paris next month for the Olympics. No matter what type of trip you’re embarking on, save room in your suitcase for this versatile piece. 

Interested in even more options? Below are a few other highly-rated t-shirt dresses from Amazon. 

More T-shirt Dresses at Amazon:

Zilcremo Women Denim Shirt Dress

Molerani Women’s Summer Casual T-Shirt Vacation Dresses

​​Btfbm Crew Neck T-shirt Dress

Anrabess Loose Short Sleeve Long T-shirt Maxi Dress

Lillusory Bodycon Ruched Tie-waist T-shirt Dress

At the time of publishing, the price started at $33. 

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