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Are you on the hunt for the ideal black summer dress to level up your wardrobe?

A black dress is a staple to any closet. Whether you’re heading to a pool party or going on a night out, a black summer dress is your go-to piece for achieving a chic and sophisticated look. From brunch with friends to formal gatherings, this versatile piece makes it easy to select your outfit for the day, without putting any effort.

This J.Crew Clio Dress in Textured Gauze is 100 percent cotton. It’s also made from textured gauze, offering super soft yet durable feel with a delicate windowpane pattern, according to the brand. If that’s not enough, this floor-length dress also offers a flattering smocked waist, creating a stretchy and form-fitting look. With its adjustable shoulder ties, you can customize the fit to your liking and add a stylish touch by tying them into bows.

Simplify your outfit selection and get this dress in all three colors: Fresh Lemon, White, and Black. This is one of those dresses you will want in every color because of its easy throw and go feature. You don’t have to do much, you’ll just slip into it and go about your day. You can also dress it up or down.

J.Crew Cleo Dress in Textured Gauze

$138

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If you are still on the fence on whether or not to purchase this dress, check out the reviews. One J.Crew customer said, “The dress is beautiful, comfortable fit, the color is accurate online and is a soft yellow. I also like that it’s floor length instead of midi.”

Another J.Crew customer said, “Makes you feel like sunshine. I’m so happy I bought this dress! It is so comfortable for summer weather. I wore it to drink wine in the sun with my friends and you definitely could not tell that I was sweating which rocked. True to size and has some stretch…random strangers were telling me I looked so cute while I was walking…I will probably buy this dress in all the other colors it comes in too.”

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