Best Resort Dresses for Women Over 50 and How to Style Them
Getting dressed up for a beach vacation can feel a little complicated at times –- wearing a long, expensive gown isn’t necessarily appropriate when you’re spending most of your time on the beach or near the water. Cue women’s resort dresses, which offer style, comfort and functionality while you’re spending time in the sun and hopping from one resort bar to the next.
“But what exactly is a resort style dress, and where can I find them?”, you may be wondering. Luckily, Anthony’s has a wide array of resort dresses to wear that are designed for older women of all body shapes. Let’s take a closer look at what defines a resort vacation dress, plus our favorite options and how to style them.
WHAT IS A RESORT DRESS?
Resort wear for women over 50 generally includes long sleeved blouses, knee length bermuda shorts, tank tops, and of course, dresses. Dress styles for a resort are typically made with breathable fabric and flowy design, perfect for navigating the sand and sun without compromising your comfort.
Woman’s World calls a maxi dress the perfect resort style dress option for a resort vacation, as it has the “perfect blend of elegant and fun, making it a great option for nights spent dining and dancing.”
Maxi dresses are great because they have a subtle hint of elegance without being over the top. Plus the flowy design makes it comfortable and inviting for most relaxing resort activities, whether you’re lounging on the beach or grabbing a bite to eat with your significant other.
Of course, you’ll also need fancier options for date night during your vacation, and there are plenty of sleek black dresses and cocktail dresses in a resort style that you can also bring along. In most cases, these dresses will be designed with breathable fabric and mobility to ensure comfort doesn’t fall by the wayside while you’re on vacation.
Best Dresses For Women Over 50: Our Favorite Ladies Resort Wear Dresses
Looking for one or more resort style dresses to wear on an upcoming vacation? We’ve got you covered. Here are five of our favorites:
Searching for an elegant, flowy option that accessorizes itself? Try this Gold Necklace Halter Dress by Mlle Gabrielle. It features a halter neckline with a gold-colored necklace embellishment so you don’t have to worry about picking a necklace to wear with it. It’s also sleeveless and features a keyhole detail on the back neckline with a button closure. This resort style dress is flowy, comfortable, and inviting, perfect for grabbing a bite to eat and celebrating the first night of vacation
If you’re a fan of the resort dress that comes with a built in accessory, we’ve got another great pick for you. This Beaded Waist Embroidered Dress by Raya Sun is beaded between the bust and waistline, adding some character to your outfit and providing a great silhouette for your figure. It’s also embroidered on the neck, sleeves, waist, and hem for extra flair. This beautiful look is perfect for casual shopping during your vacation, or walking around the resort at the start of your day.
In need of a feminine dress for your vacation? Our Anthony's Resort Wear Coral UPF50+ Ruffle Dress offers a lovely ruffled hem for a charming touch. This resort dress is sleeveless and has a tropical coral reef print, designed to be equally pretty and comfortable during your vacation. It’s also made with UPF50+ fabric for superior sun protection, so you can feel confident that you won’t get overheated while you’re spending time near the water.
Looking for a fun resort style dress that turns heads? Our Anthony's Resort Wear Pineapple Diamonds UPF50+ Sleeveless Shift Dress has a cute pineapple print for a sublimely tropical look that will make you stand out in the crowd. This A-line dress is silky to the touch and features a scoop neckline, perfect for hopping around the resort on a sunny day.
If you’re searching for a floral print dress for your vacation, check out the Tonal Flowers Triple-Tiered Dress by Raya Sun. Its sleeveless, flowy design makes it comfortable and easy to wear while you’re on-the-go during vacation, or lounging back in your room for some alone time. No matter where you wear this dress, you’ll look - and feel - amazing while you do it.
HOW TO STYLE WOMEN'S RESORT WEAR DRESSES
Once you’ve found the perfect resort style dresses for your trip, make sure to keep accessories in mind! Here are a few suggestions from Travel Fashion Girl that can help you put together the perfect resort wear look:
🕶️ A pair of chic sunglasses
👜 A bag or purse that meets your needs
✨ Gold bangles and necklaces
👠 Comfortable and stylish sandals, a pair of flats, or a pair of heels
Shop for Resort Wear at Anthony’s Ladies Apparel
Whether you’re looking for fun maxi dresses or Bermuda shorts, Anthony’s has all of the resort wear you could possibly need! No matter where you’re headed for some much needed R&R, we can help you decompress on your resort vacation in style. Shop our collection of resort dresses today!
8 comments
Margaret
I agree with the other comments on this page. Women over 50, 60 and even 70 don’t wear their skirts way above the knees. Not a good look as one ages. Also, sleeves are important. At least have elbow sleeves on your dresses please!
I agree with the other comments on this page. Women over 50, 60 and even 70 don’t wear their skirts way above the knees. Not a good look as one ages. Also, sleeves are important. At least have elbow sleeves on your dresses please!
Claire
I winter in keys and always shop at your store but need dresses with sleeves…love the cotton shifts to wear on our boat but no need sleeves
I winter in keys and always shop at your store but need dresses with sleeves…love the cotton shifts to wear on our boat but no need sleeves
LTB
Since when do women over 50 wear their dresses that short? These are a good four inches above the knee! Sorry but I don’t want my butt showing every time I lean over to place a dish on the table.
Since when do women over 50 wear their dresses that short? These are a good four inches above the knee! Sorry but I don’t want my butt showing every time I lean over to place a dish on the table.
Patricia Stiver Trebec
I love your clothes but I sure would like to see more in petites
I love your clothes but I sure would like to see more in petites
Kathy Coyne
How do I order the black and white geometric shapes dress in a size small online!!
How do I order the black and white geometric shapes dress in a size small online!!
Karen
Looking smart and yet casual with a sleeve is a plus but PLEASE show more PETITE sizes would be a smart ideal for Anthonys.
Looking smart and yet casual with a sleeve is a plus but PLEASE show more PETITE sizes would be a smart ideal for Anthonys.
Deborah Winthrop
Wish you would leave your telephone # and address on the catalogue pages we receive on email. thanks.
Wish you would leave your telephone # and address on the catalogue pages we receive on email. thanks.
Marian
Nice to see dresses with sleeves. A lot of stores forget that a lot of older women like sleeves
Nice to see dresses with sleeves. A lot of stores forget that a lot of older women like sleeves