'we sing along! Nothing says simple, sexy and stylish like the tunic dress! From sleek and sophisticated to relaxed and flowing, the tunic dress is one hot item for ladies of all shapes, sizes and styles.

Popular styles in the tunic dress are perfect for slipping over a swim suit or walking the dog, a night on the town or a day out on the boat.' Find your favorite style of tunic dress right here and enjoy the ease of having a no-brainer go-to outfit on hand at all times.

To Pick a Tunic

The tunic dress is inspired by ancient and medieval traditional garb (the tunic), which typically extends between the hips and the knees with loose-fitting sleeves. Popular styles of tunic dress are varied between more formal, true-to-form patterns and more fashion forward, flashy designs. Typically a tunic dress will come with an overstated placket that forms a flattering plunging v-neckline, flared a-line hem at the bottom, and nearly bell-like ' length sleeves.

For example, the 'Sherman Tunic' from Lilly Pulitzer is the quintessential tunic dress, with empire waist, gathered back seam for shape, fully lined, and crocheted lace trim. Easy to slip on right over your head, you can pair this tunic dress with silver gladiator sandals and a leather tote for breezy beautiful beach weather!

The 'Printed Jersey Tunic Dress' from Laundry is also very true to the tunic dress style, with an added flair of femininity and retro-print that we love! The sexy scoop neck contributes to the sleek yet simple silhouette and would look smashing with a long bronze pendant necklace and tan leather boots!

Temptress in a Tunic Dress

Forget casual comfort, the tunic dress has recently taken a turn for the daring and sexy! For all the temptresses out there, this tunic dress is for you. A tailored slim fit and tighter skirt hem line turn the tunic dress into a frock fit for the cat walk!

We simply adore the 'Skyscape Jersey Dress' from French Connection. This tunic dress boasts a sassy allover print in royal blue and black, buttoned sleeves with peeping cutouts, and a tie belt at the waist to top off a fitted skirt. Dance your way to dawn in the tunic dress, paired with black strappy stilettos, gold bangle bracelets, and your favorite black sequined clutch. Don't forget the lip gloss!

Also on our radar for heart-stopping tunic dresses is the 'Open Back Tunic Dress' from Couture Candy. It may be made of bamboo jersey, but when you turn around the open back with curtain fringe is anything but ordinary! This tunic dress is a fabulous balance between relaxed comfort and flashy, eye-catching style. Strut your stuff in this tunic dress wearing funky Mary Janes, a decorative neck sash, and maybe even some flowers in your hair!

From traditional tunic style to flirtatious semi-formalwear, the tunic dress will take you everywhere, with just about any accessory you can pull out of your closet. Any of these popular styles of tunic dress are sure to be both flattering and comfortable, making any woman walk just a little bit taller wherever she goes.