A sleek satin dress is a timeless wardrobe essential, offering endless styling possibilities. Both satin slip dresses and the Spice Girls defined 90s fashion, so it’s no surprise that pop icon-turned-fashion designer Victoria Beckham is synonymous with the look.
Her eponymous label is awash with satin pieces and Victoria has worn them on countless occasions, from fashion parties to her husband David's 50th birthday celebrations.
The right satin dress looks classy and chic, and it's versatile. Often simple in design, you can choose how much to amp up your outfit with your shoes and accessories. But not all satin dresses are made equally, so I've found the best on the high street to shop this summer.
- The Victoria Beckham satin dress editor's pick: Victoria Beckham Cami Floor-Length Dress, £850 / $1,250
- The butter yellow satin dress editor's pick: & Other Stories Sleeveless Satin Midi Dress, £97 / $110
- The black satin dress editor's pick: Karen Millen Satin Chain Detail Bias Midi Dress, £59.40 / $107
- The long sleeve satin dress editor's pick: Mango Long Satin Dress, £79.99 / $139.99
Victoria Beckham wearing satin dresses
In case you needed proof VB has been championing the style, here are some of her best fashion moments from recent months. Spoiler - they all feature sleek satin dresses.
© @victoriabeckhamHow I chose the best satin dresses for summer 2025
- Fabric: All of these dresses are made from lightweight satin and silk fabrics - perfect for the summer months.
- Length: Every dress comes in a midi or maxi length, à la Victoria.
- Style: While I've included a variety of cuts and colours, all of these dresses are suitable for your summer occasionwear wardrobe.
Best satin dresses for women
1/8
Victoria Beckham Cami Floor-Length Dress In Ice
Editor's Note:
While many of the satin pieces Victoria has worn are no longer available, the silky maxi she donned for David's Miami birthday party is still in stock. The 90s-inspired ice blue floor-length cami dress is cut on the bias for a figure-flattering drape. It's so chic and the perfect simple occasionwear.
2/8
& Other Stories Sleeveless Satin Midi Dress
Editor's Note:
Wear the butter yellow trend with this beautiful satin midi from & Other Stories. The glossy piece has a sleeveless cut and a round neck, finished with a keyhole closure. I love how it's been styled as a tonal outfit.
3/8
Reiss Anessa Satin Shirred Midi Dress
Editor's Note:
How stunning is the coral shade of this Reiss dress for summer? The satin midi also features very flattering delicate side shirring and an asymmetric high-low hem with an elegant drape.
4/8
Karen Millen Satin Chain Detail Bias Midi Dress
Editor's Note:
For a classic black style, Karen Millen's satin dress is perfection. The bias cut is sleek and so flattering, while the neck chain detail adds some glamour.
5/8
Reformation Anaiis Silk Dress
Editor's Note:
Reformation's Anaiis dress is the ultimate investment for your summer wardrobe. Made from 100% lightweight silk and fully lined, the tactile midi features a cowl neckline and an adjustable tie at back. The bronze shade is reminiscent of a style worn by Harper Beckham.
6/8
Nobody's Child Soft Pink Halter Neck Midaxi Novie Dress
Editor's Note:
Nobody's Child's soft pink dress is occasionwear perfection. The shade was all over the spring/summer runways and the simple halterneck cut is so chic. I love it paired with silver accessories.
7/8
Mango Long Satin Dress
Editor's Note:
If you're looking for a long sleeve satin style, I love this one from Mango. The floaty cut is so flattering, and it would look amazing styled with metallics and pearl-embellished accessories this summer.
8/8
COS Silk Slip Dress
Editor's Note:
With its slinky slip silhouette and sheer panels, this midi dress from COS combines a classic cut with contemporary detail. Available in nude and black, it's bias-cut from luxuriously soft mulberry silk and features delicate tie straps.
