While I do enjoy deciding what to wear in the mornings (right now, my daily debate is between flowing skirts and pleated jeans), a throw-on-and-go outfit is especially appreciated for those rushed sunny mornings. And I think we can all agree that the easiest trick to acing effortless style once the temperatures rise is with a midi or maxi dress – the ultimate breezy outfit formula that, come summer, only requires you to choose your shoes for a polished look in a matter of minutes.

However, not all dresses are made the same and while the new-in sections of our favourite brands are bursting with options, one hassle-free midi dress that we’ve had a close eye on recently is the Combination Sleeveless Dress from Uniqlo. That the top conender for summer 2025’s best dress comes from Uniqlo is hardly a surprise, as the high street label is known for high-quality, reasonably priced clothing that’s as practical as it is stylish. This simple frock in question comes with a contrasting ribbed tank and flowy A-line skirt that look like two carefully picked-out pieces combined into one, making effortless styling a breeze.

But the straightforward wearability of this Uniqlo dress isn’t its only pull, as it’ll become a game-changing wardrobe addition for the balmy months ahead. Thanks to it’s cotton-blend construction, you won’t need to worry about sticky tube commutes or breaking out in a sweat during city-break escapades. Then there’s the sheer comfort of it all – its free-flowing skirt not only invites cool breezes but is soft to the touch and unrestrictive, just like the stretchy tank top.

Of course, it’s no surprise that these dresses have soared in popularity, especially with the rise (and rise) of drop-waist styles that cleverly combine two pieces into one. We’ve seen high street labels such as Mango, COS, and Nobody’s Child jump on the trend bandwagon, but we suspect they’ve followed suit from high-end labels like Ferragamo, who have endorsed split-style dresses for years now. And the more affordable alternatives tend to sell out at record speed.

So, in an effort not to miss out, shop the Uniqlo version below before, like the rest, it sells out.