If you’re dreaming about summer or lucky enough to be heading somewhere tropical and warm soon, think about adding Patagonia’s Women’s Amber Dawn Dress to you repertoire.

Green Patagonia Amber Dawn dress

I added this knee-length dress to my collection just in time for a winter trip to Oahu, and it quickly became a go-to for everything from covering up at the beach to heading out to dinner.

Made of 96% organic cotton and 4% spandex this slub-knit jersey dress is soft and feels nice on your skin. However, I think it’s the flattering fit that won me over. The strappy bodice ends just below the bust, creating a slim fit and elongated silhouette. (Walking through a grocery store one afternoon, two strangers complimented me on the dress, asking where I found it.)

Because of the lining in the bodice and my build, I was comfortable wearing the dress without a bra, however, I acknowledge others may not feel the same way. There’s isn’t built-in support or coverage and the keyhole detail on the back of the dress makes pairing a bra a bit tricky, so it’s something some shoppers may want to keep in mind.

Keyhole Back of Patagonia Amber Dawn dress in the color black.

Perfect for travel, Patagonia’s Women’s Amber Dawn Dress folds up compactly, taking up very little room in a suitcase or backpack. I didn’t have any issues with wrinkles.

I throw the dress in the washing machine without concern. Care instructions recommend tumbling dry on low heat; I prefer to hang dresses to air dry when possible.

Patagonia’s Women’s Amber Dawn Dress comes in a variety of colors; check online for updates, as new colors seem to get added to the mix on a regular basis. Cost is $65 on the Patagonia website.

Patagonia guarantees everything it makes, offering a very generous return policy. The company also offers gear repairs, often free of charge.

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