4 Nightgown-Inspired Summer Dresses You’ll Want to Wear on Repeat

In today’s post, I’m continuing my love for house dresses, sharing four nightgown-inspired summer dresses from H&M’s Spring/Summer collection that are sure to become your go-to pieces for the season.

House dresses have become a must-have this summer. With many of us spending more time at home, comfort is key—but that doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice style. Enter the nightgown-inspired summer dress: oversized, breezy, and perfect for staying comfortable while still looking put together.

I’ve kept affordability in mind, especially with many of us adjusting to changes in work or income. All of the dresses I’m highlighting are under $100, making them budget-friendly options for anyone looking to update their wardrobe. Some of these dresses are also linked in my previous post about house dresses.

4 Nightgown-Inspired Dresses from H&M

1. Beige Button Front Dress
Fit: This calf-length dress features a stand-up collar with decorative gathers at the front, a V-neck, and concealed buttons that run the full length of the front. The short, wide sleeves have sewn foldover cuffs. The waist is cinched with a removable tie belt, and the skirt flares out for a relaxed fit. It’s unlined and runs small.

Fabric: 100% woven viscose

Price: $39.99 CAD

Comfort: This dress feels like wearing a dressing gown, making it incredibly comfortable and perfect for warm days. Its relaxed fit and lightweight material make it a wardrobe staple that I reach for often.

2. Light Floral Button Front Dress
Fit: This dress has the same design as the beige version above, with a beautiful light floral print.

3. A-Line Dress in Light Pink
Fit: A short, A-line dress made from airy woven fabric. It has a small, ruffled collar with a V-shaped opening at the front and ties, along with short raglan sleeves with flounced cuffs. The dress features a gathered seam at the lower section to add volume. It’s lined and true to size.

Fabric: Lining: 100% polyester; Shell: 100% polyester

Price: $34.99 CAD

Comfort: This dress is oversized and made from light fabric, with loose sleeves for extra comfort and sun protection. It’s incredibly breathable and perfect for hot summer days.

4. Chiffon Dress in Powder Pink Floral
Fit: This long dress is made from lightweight, woven fabric. It features a round neckline with a front opening that ties with short strings, and ruffles that extend over the shoulders and down the back. It has long dolman sleeves with narrow elastic at the cuffs and a narrow elasticized waist. The dress comes with a jersey liner.

Fabric: 100% recycled polyester

Price: $59.99 CAD (Conscious Exclusive)

Comfort: The oversized fit makes this dress feel as comfortable as the others, though it is a bit long, so watch out when walking or going up stairs. The elastic sleeves might feel a little snug, but overall, the fit is loose and very comfy—perfect for relaxing at home or lounging in style.

How to Style Nightgown-Inspired Summer Dresses

Since all four dresses have a similar relaxed fit, you can easily pair them with sneakers, slides, or flip-flops for a laid-back look. As the weather cools down, you can also wear them with boots or layer them with a cropped jacket or a long trench coat. The shorter dress pairs wonderfully with a cropped sweater or a long cardigan with boots.

For added warmth, try wearing these dresses with leggings or skin-toned nylons underneath. To give the dresses more shape, I recommend tightening the belt on the first two dresses. For the fourth dress, pushing up the sleeves will help define the silhouette a bit more.

If you prefer a more structured look, you can always add your own belt to accentuate your waist.