India, March 23 -- Summer is not the season to try hard. It's too hot, too humid, and frankly, we don't have the patience. That's when summer dresses come in. The one outfit that does all the work while you just exist, sip iced coffee and look cute. I swear by them. One zip, zero effort, and suddenly you look like you planned your outfit (you didn't). They're breezy, flattering, and somehow work for everything, office, brunch, last-minute plans, even those "I have nothing to wear" days.

You can completely change the vibe with just accessories, with sneakers for chill days, heels for dressy nights, juttis for that desi twist. Basically, one dress, multiple personalities. Here are some of my favourite brands to get chic summer dresses from...