Jessica Alba, Angelina Jolie, and So Many More Stars Keep Wearing White Dresses This Summer

We’re in the most searing temperatures part of the season, which means it’s time to break out breezy dresses that won’t add bulk or warmth. Enter the white dress, which so many celebs have been turning to recently. 

Angelina Jolie sported a spaghetti strap maxi dress while hailing a cab in New York City. Meanwhile, Jessica Alba opted for a white strapless style in an Instagram post. And they’re not the only ones — Gayle King, Kris Jenner, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Laura Dern have all put their stamp on neutral dresses, too.

White dresses are anything but basic. From mini dresses to shirt dresses, linen to cotton, there are so many different iterations to keep you feeling cool while looking elegant. And, since white goes with nearly everything, they’re also super easy to accessorize with bold shoes, handbags, and jewelry. 

We rounded up white dresses inspired by celebrities at Amazon, J.Crew, Madewell, Abercrombie & Fitch, and more starting at just $24.

White Dresses Inspired by Celebrities

• Wolddress Sleeveless Sundress with Pockets, $27.99–$29.99 (orig. $29.99); amazon.com
• Zesica Crewneck Lace Trim Flutter-Sleeve Midi Dress, $23.99–$31.99 with coupon (orig. $45.99); amazon.com
• Herilios Eyelet Mini Dress, $29.99 (orig. $49.99); amazon.com
• J.Crew Elena Shirtdress, $168; jcrew.com
• Gap Organic Cotton Maxi Shirtdress, $71 (orig. $89.95); gap.com
• Abercrombie & Fitch Strapless Skimming Linen-Blend Maxi Dress, $69.99 (orig. $120); abercrombie.com
• Madewell Cassie Button-Front Linen Midi Dress, $99.99 (orig. $148); madewell.com
• Grace Karin Strapless Maxi Dress with Pockets, $50.99; amazon.com
• Anrabess Tiered Spaghetti Strap Maxi Dress, $43.99 (orig. $49.99); amazon.com

Wolddress Sleeveless Sundress Inspired by Angelina Jolie

This white dress from Amazon is a pretty close ringer for the one Jolie recently wore. Like Jolie’s, it’s a maxi dress with a subtly oversized silhouette and spaghetti straps. The neckline is scoop rather than square, and the fabric is soft and lightweight, according to reviewers. Take a cue from the actress by styling it with a brown purse and oversized black sunglasses.

The popular dress has racked up more than 9,300 five-star ratings from shoppers, who say it “offers plenty of coverage,” is “perfect for a summer evening,” and is “a beautiful addition” to their closets.

Zesica Crewneck Lace Trim Midi Dress Inspired by Gayle King, $24 with coupon

Whether you’re attending a white party in the Hamptons like King, or just want to give your summer wardrobe a breath of fresh air, this white midi dress is a great place to start. The fit-and-flare silhouette has a smocked bodice with scalloped sleeves and a tiered skirt, while the on-trend crochet accents echo the detailing on King’s dress. In addition to white, it comes in 18 other colors and sizes S–XL.

Abercrombie & Fitch Strapless Linen Maxi Dress Inspired by Jessica Alba

Alba played up her strapless white dress with a sparkling ocean backdrop. While we can’t guarantee the waves, we can guarantee that this Abercrombie & Fitch style is an excellent dupe for her pricier Reformation version. 

The maxi dress is designed in a breathable cotton and linen blend, with seamed details, a voluminous skirt with side pockets, and even optional straps. It’s available in limited sizes but is still in stock in petite, regular, and tall lengths. Happy shoppers call the white maxi dress “gorgeous” and “timeless.”

Want to lighten up your summer closet both literally and figuratively? Then keep scrolling for more of our favorite white dresses inspired by celebrities below.

Herilios Eyelet Mini Dress

J.Crew Elena Shirtdress

Gap Organic Cotton Maxi Shirtdress

Madewell Cassie Button-Front Linen Midi Dress

Grace Karin Strapless Maxi Dress with Pockets

Anrabess Tiered Spaghetti Strap Maxi Dress