She might’ve been known for her iconic red swimsuit in the 1990s, but Pamela Anderson was channelling another blonde bombshell when she stepped out in New York wearing one of the best summer dresses for warm weather, a stunning white midi dress by One Of as she continued her promotional tour for her latest film.
Anderson’s frock featured a prominent oversized collar and nipped-in waist, plus a full skirt, creating a distinctly Marilyn Monroe-inspired outfit. The actress added to the cool retro vibe with her blonde hair side parted and slicked back with a 1950s style flip-up at the ends and a pair of towering stiletto heels in butter yellow to match the delicate hand-painted pattern of the dress.
A little white dress is a summer must-have
With such an eye-catching dress, we love how Pamela Anderson has stripped her outfit right back on the accessories front, choosing to add a simple pair of single-sole satin pumps in pale yellow and diamond solitaire stud earrings, allowing the dress to be the star of the show.
If you want to take this Fifties-inspired outfit a step further, why not try adding a pair of cat-eye sunglasses to complete the look? One of the biggest sunglasses trends of 2025, look for a pair with sharp upturned corners, ticks or an oversized frame to add a modern edge to this elegant look.
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Belted Cotton-Sateen Halterneck Shirt Dress
Wondering what to wear in the heat? It doesn’t get easier or more chic than this crisp cotton halterneck dress from New York-based designer Carolina Herrera.
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Looking for holiday outfit ideas? We’ve got you covered. This ivory linen dress has all of the retro charm of Anderson’s frock and also comes in a petite length.
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This Zara dress is a great option if you’re looking for new summer work outfit ideas. Made of cotton poplin, it’ll look stylish with sandals or heels.
Bloobloom
Beauty Cat’s Eye White Sunglasses
This feminine sunglasses frame is a universally flattering shape that will add the perfect vintage-inspired finishing touch to your shirt dress outfit.
Swarovski
Stilla Round Cut Crystal Stud Earrings
Sam Edelman
Butter Yellow Sling Back Heels
With a low heel, these slingback pumps from Sam Edelman are a great way to dip your toe in the butter yellow colour trend – quite literally.
When it comes to summer outfit ideas, we’re definitely taking notes from Pamela Anderson’s retro-inspired aesthetic to give a new twist to the classic white shirt dress.
With its clean lines and simple silhouette, the pared-back elegance of Anderson’s look shows that less definitely can be more. If you’re not a fan of towering stilettos, this dress will look just as chic when worn with a simple pair of comfortable sandals.
Whether you’re heading out for rooftop cocktails and need a new date night outfit idea or a late-summer stroll, this ensemble strikes the perfect balance between effortless and eye-catching. It’s proof that timeless staples, when styled just so, never go out of fashion.
