17 picnic-perfect dresses to stock up on during Nordstrom’s sale

Summer is almost upon us, and Nordstrom’s sale has the perfect dress for your effortless picnic look.
Warm weather means more outdoor events, and a good old-fashioned picnic is one of our faves. Whether it’s an intimate lover’s feast in a field or a big blowout with all your buds, you obvi need a fabulous frock for the occasion. The latest Nordstrom sale features deep discount on dresses and other pieces available online and in stores.
A picnic ensemble can be a breezy, light-colored piece, the classic yet on-trend ruffle look, or something a little more casual. All of these dresses are versatile enough to take you from the office, to a casual outdoor wedding, to a vacation, or maybe even the beach. With discounts so good, you’ll be able to cop more than one.
Check out some of our favorite selections. All listed prices reflect the discount.
1BP Stripe Ruffle Off the Shoulder Dress
A stripey, summery midi dress.
2Rachel Rachel Roy Panel Scarf Dress
A frock full of blossoms.
3Madewell Ribbed Swingy T-Shirt Dress
The comfortable easy tee-shirt dress you’ll live in all season long.
4Lucky Brand Lace-Up Stripe Dress
Perfect for the beach, too.
5Free People French Quarter Print Wrap Minidress
This yellow dress is all you’ll need for warm weather functions.
6Billabong Aloha Babe Midi Wrap Dress
Picnic or luau? Why not both?
7Caslon Tie Back Linen Dress
Nothing says summer like a light linen garment.
8Felicity & Coco Madge Ruffle Wrap Maxi Dress
Goths picnic, too.
9Rip Curl Drift Away Midi Dress
Nice and loose, for when you’ve been eating a little too much potato salad.
10BP Mixed Gingham Print Wrap Dress
Picnic blanket, but make it fashion.
11Ingrid & Isabel Split Kimono Sleeve Maternity Maxi Dress
Picnicking for two? This look slays.
12Lush Knit Maxi Dress
Pretty tropical florals go with everything.
13BB Dakota Zinnia Lace Ruffle Off the Shoulder Dress
Having a casual wedding reception? This piece is a total steal.
14Lost Ink Tie Waist Denim Shirtdress
A classic denim shirt-dress can be dressed up or down for any occasion.
1519 Cooper Strapless Culotte Jumpsuit
Okay, not technically a dress but this jumpsuit is so cute we couldn’t resist.
16BP Button Front Dress
Easy but stylish.
17Free People Erin Minidress
Thee most summery dress ever.
Shop the Nordstrom sale online and in stores now.