New Alt Dresses for Your Summer

July 3, 2026 09:00

We love summer! No matter where you’re reading from, we’re sure that you’ve been experiencing the recent heatwaves. When it comes to surviving in this heat, sundresses are the way to go. But what if you want to beat the heat while still holding on to your alternative aesthetic? This spring and summer season, shop our Blue Banana summer dresses for a cool and gothic look! We’ve got plenty of new additions to our summer dresses, with alternative prints, different lengths, and edgy designs. Want to find out more? Keep reading for a rundown of our bestselling summer dresses!

Chemical Black Nefeli Pinafore Dress (Pink)

Killstar Venomous Rose Dress (Gray)

Vixxsin Junia Maxi Dress (Black)

Banned Morena Tropical Dress (Multicolor)

Banned Lunar Veil Dress (Black)

Banned Twilight Enchantress Dress (Black)

Hearts & Roses Summer Day Mini Dress (Multicolor)

Hearts & Roses Isabella Pear Dress (Green/White)

Banned June Lemon Dress (Multicolour)

Banned Bella Viva Las Vegas Dress (Pink)

Banned Carol Golden Hour Wrap Dress (Black)

Banned No Rules Buckle Dress (Purple)

Banned No Rules Buckle Dress (Black)

Hell Bunny Yuna Midi Dress (Black)

Hell Bunny Dorian Mini Dress (Black)

Hell Bunny Casey Dress (Red)

Ragged Priest Dilemma Dress (Charcoal)

Ragged Priest Fever Dress (Charcoal)

Ragged Priest Tender Dress (Ecru)

Banned Hexed Isadora Dress (Black)

Jawbreaker Flower Koi Mesh Midi Dress (Navy)

Jawbreaker Flower Spirit Maxi Dress (Multicolor)

Jawbreaker Flower Spirit Mini Dress (Multicolored)

Jawbreaker Embroidered Collar Mini Dress (Black/White)

Jawbreaker Cat Front Zip Mini Dress (Black)

Banned Alternative Rebel Check Mini Dress (Purple)

Banned Glitter Glam Dress (Black)

Killstar Juniper's Ballad Underbust Mini Dress (Black)

Killstar Of The Blade Mini Dress (Grey)

Killstar Mortalis Mini Dress (Charcoal)

Banned X Blue Banana Pinstripe Core Dress (Black)

Ed Hardy Climbing Rose Dress (Pink)

Hell Bunny Charlie Dress (Black)

Hell Bunny Cupid Pinafore Dress (Black)

Jawbreaker Skull Knee Dress (Black)

Killstar Dark Dawn Mini Dress (Black)

Killstar Draculana Skater Mini Dress (Black)

Hell Bunny Harley Tartan Dress (Black/White)

Banned Amara Velvet Maxi Dress (Black)

Banned Skull Garden Dress (Multicolor)

Banned Astrid Dress (Army Green)

Jawbreaker Mesh Skull & Roses Midi Dress (Multicolored)

Banned Tropical Kate Dress (Navy)

Banned Astrid Mini Dress (Black)

Bleeding Heart Desdemona Cream Gothic Corset Dress, Gothic Dresses UK

Bleeding Heart Desdemona Gothic Corset Dress (Cream)

Banned Women's Proud Peacock Blue Dress, Alternative Fashion

Banned Proud Peacock Dress (Blue)

Bleeding Heart Clarissa Black Dress, Gothic Corset Dress

Bleeding Heart Clarissa Dress (Black)

Hell Bunny Harley Tartan Dress, Gothic/Punk Style

Hell Bunny Harley Tartan Dress (Red)

Summer Dresses- Alt Under The Sun

What makes a good summer dress for a goth or steampunk-lover? Well, we think it all comes down to the style. Simple sundresses just won’t cut it when it comes to an alternative aesthetic, so we make sure that we only ever stock individual and unique dresses that you won’t find anywhere else! Shop all of the newest dresses here:

https://www.bluebanana.com/en_US/section/alternative-dresses

June Bestseller- The Clarissa Dress

This month, our bestselling dress is the Clarissa Dress from our own brand Bleeding Heart, and it’s no wonder! This gothic black dress is the dream for any lover of alternative fashion. With ruffles, laces, and plenty of cool layers, this black midi dress gives you an edgy and unique statement piece while still making for the perfect summer outfit!

Bleeding Heart Clarissa Dress (Black)

This Women's Bleeding Heart Clarissa Dress is the perfect gothic dress to add to your collection. With a cinching corset back, a tiered skirt and flattering yet comfortable wide shoulder straps, this dress adds drama to every look! Style to suit your Gothic, rock, or witchy vibe.

£79.99 | Available in offer: Exclusive to Blue Banana

New In- Banned Dresses

We’ve got a brand-new range of Banned clothing in stock,, with plenty of iconic dresses!

If you like a super-summery fruit pattern and billowy skirt, we have some classic midi dresses like the Morena Dress from Banned Apparel:

Banned Morena Tropical Dress (Multicolor)

Embrace the colors of the summer with our brand new Morena Tropical Midi Dress, perfect for you!

£79.99

Or, if you prefer mini dresses for your summery look, we’ve got plenty of shorter options from Banned! Check out this No Rules Buckle Mini Dress, available in black or purple for an adorably alternative look:

Banned No Rules Buckle Dress (Black)

Defy the rulebook with this new gorgeous and alternative No Rules Buckle Dress from Banned, now available in black!

£44.99

Want to see all of our newest pieces? Shop the range below:

https://www.bluebanana.com/en_US/section/new-alternative-fashion

Summer Clothing- Get The Look

Dresses aren’t the only thing we’re loving this summer! We’ve got plenty of new products in stock, with dozens of new cropped band tees, perfect for your upcoming summer festivals. Or, check out our seasonal bottoms, with plenty of alternative shorts and skirts to fill up your spring and summer wardrobe. No matter what you’re looking for, Blue Banana’s got you covered!

https://www.bluebanana.com/en_US/section/spring-summer-fashion

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