By Greg Emmanuel ·Updated June 14, 2022
Sometimes girls just want to have fun and dress up like barbie dolls! It’s officially summertime and it’s the perfect temperature to bring out sandals, swimsuits and playful babydoll dresses. Most recently, we’ve noticed an uprising trend for dresses with puff sleeves, flirty patterns and dresses with fitted bustiers and bubble skirts. And trust us when we say we understand the obsession – who wouldn’t want to look and feel like a life-sized barbie – which is why we’ve created a shopping gallery filled with all of the babydoll dresses you need this summer.
As we’ve watched babydoll dresses take over our social media timelines over the past month, we decided to find out why the girls love them so much. “As a busty girl, the perfect silhouette is practically a non-negotiable,” says Blake Newby, Essence’s Senior Style & Beauty Editor. “What I love about babydoll dresses is that they perfectly accentuate the girls while doing the exact same to my waist in a way that’s so comfortable and so chic. It really doesn’t matter the occasion, I feel like a babydoll dress is always a moment — you can dress it up with heels or dress it down with a sleek sandal.”
If there’s anything better than new clothes, it’s new clothes that can be worn several different ways – the babydoll dresses ahead are certified versatile. Happy shopping!
01Markarian Gingham Asymmetrical Flounce DressThis gingham number is clearly perfect for summer picnics and Sunday brunch. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Markarian $1,495 Shop Now 02Brandon Maxwell Mini Bubble DressOne of Brandon Maxwell’s most beloved silhouettes designed in a modified gingham pattern. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Brandon Maxwell $1,495 Shop Now 03Ganni Mini DressShe’s cross-seasonal and designed with a full-button closure to leave the styling up to your imagination. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Ganni $375 Shop Now 04Markarian Floral Corset DressCorset bodice? Check. Side pockets? Check. Exposed back? Check. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Markarian $1,495 Shop Now 05Ganni Leopard Babydoll Mini DressIt’s all in the details with this one – beaded tassels, adjustable spaghetti straps and a ruffled neckline. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Ganni $475 Shop Now 06Markarian Puff Sleeve DressFinding an outfit for a wedding can be challenging, but worry no more. This style has just the right amount of elegance and you can choose to wear it on or off the shoulder. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Markarian $1,975 Shop Now 07Brandon Maxwell Mini Bubble DressThe fitted bodice and structured bubble skirt is an undefeated combo. Wear this style as a mini dress or style it over a pair of trousers. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Brandon Maxwell $1,895 Shop Now 08Ganni Cotton Poplin DressThis cotton poplin dress is a timeless classic and it’s the ultimate blank canvas for you to show off your personal style. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Ganni $295 Shop Now 09Brandon Maxwell Silk Bustier Mini DressFloral patterns never looked better. The scooped neckline and fitted bodice will accentuate your silhouette in the most flattering way. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Brandon Maxwell $1,990 Shop Now 10Markarian Off-The-Shoulder Midi DressConstructed with an off-the-shoulder neckline and designed with a floral brocade fabric – opulence at its finest. 
Courtesy of Brand available at Markarian $2,295 Shop Now
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