Sundress Spring/Summer 2026: The New Collection Has Landed

April 16, 2026 Beach Cafe

If there is one brand that captures the spirit of carefree holiday dressing better than any other, it's Sundress. Founded on the French Riviera by Estelle - a woman whose love of travel and global textiles runs through every stitch - Sundress has built its reputation on exactly the kind of beach dresses we reach for on holiday: breezy, beautifully made, and completely effortless to wear.

The Spring/Summer 2026 collection has just arrived at Beach Cafe, and it's the brand at its very best.

What Makes Sundress Different

Sundress isn't a brand that designs to trend. Each collection takes inspiration from a different travel destination - and you feel it immediately in the fabrics, the palette and the detailing. The SS26 edit draws on the rich colours and artisan textiles of sun-soaked global escapes: bold embroidery, hand-finished tassel detailing, vibrant prints and flowing silhouettes that move beautifully in warm coastal air.

Every piece is designed for the "barefoot, wild at heart" woman - someone who wants to look considered without trying too hard, and feel comfortable without sacrificing style. We've been stocking Sundress for years, and the quality and charm of the pieces genuinely hasn't wavered. These are sundresses and kaftans that come back out of the suitcase season after season.

The SS26 Edit: What We're Loving

The new season brings a strong maxi kaftan offer - the kind of lightweight, V-neck styles that drape beautifully over a swimsuit and transition just as easily into a beach bar or a sunset dinner. There are also flirty midi and mini beach dress lengths for those who prefer a little more leg, all sharing the same signature Sundress embroidery and tassel details that make the brand instantly recognisable.

Colour-wise, the collection goes bold - rich jewel tones, vibrant prints, and the warm earthy palette that Sundress does better than anyone. If you've been building a holiday wardrobe around neutrals, a single Sundress piece is the fastest way to bring it to life.

A quick note on sizing: Sundress runs generously. As a general guide, an XS/S fits UK 8–12 and M/L fits UK 12–16.

How to Wear It

The beauty of Sundress is its versatility. Throw a maxi kaftan over your bikini for the beach, tie the waist in for lunch, and you're dressed for the entire day without changing. Layer a shorter beach dress over high-waist bikini bottoms as a co-ord-style look, or wear it completely standalone with sandals and a beach hat for a full resort-ready outfit.

For styling inspiration, pair with pieces from our kaftans and beach cover-ups edit, or complete the look with beach accessories for the full holiday wardrobe.