elegant pink dress Puffy Short-sleeve Midi The intricate detailing at the bodice and hemline adds a touch of sophistication to the look Luuvis Women Elegant Pink A-Line

Styling Inspiration & Historical Context: Picture Grace Kelly at a summer garden party, or the fashion plates in late-1950s issues of Ladies Home Journal

Cotton and polyester are often the fabric of choice, and a maxi dress can be designed with any number of necklines and sleeve styles

If a brand doesnt offer maxi dresses in actual petite sizing, snagging whats marked as a standard midi is the next best thing

For me, this style is just the right amount of oversized

But were not going to do thatwe dont have to, and thats why were cool. Scroll through to see all the looks from Reformations Summer Wedding Collection (priced from $268 through $488), available in stores and thereformation.com starting April 27.

It has been on my summer table for as long as I can remember