1. Peony Maxi Dresses Online ($248): It wouldn't be an eco-chic roundup without an entry from The Reformation, known for its "killer clothes that don't kill the environment." While this ruffled georgette maxi is a little on the spendy side, its maker sets the standard for conscious, sustainable fashion. Plus its perennial floral pattern won't ever let it go out of style. Rock on!
2. Quince Voile Tulip Maxi Dress ($210): We can't get enough of the subtle tie-dye effect on this dreamy tulip dress. Made with eco-friendly dye processes and materials, it's effortlessly elegant and comfortable too.
3. Cattleya Raffia Gauze Dress ($200): Made with eco-friendly cotton and vegetable dyes, this breathable boatneck dress from Gypsy 05 has a half-open back with criss-cross straps — i.e., built-in air conditioning. There's nothing better when the temperature heats up.
4. Twist Dress ($62): Playing off of this season's circle-skirt trend, this deep fuchsia frock from Eileen Fisher is perfect for dancing the days and nights away. Made of organic cotton and hemp, it's kind to the earth and made to be noticed.
5. Riley Dress ($198) A slightly less traditional option from The Reformation, this knotted sweetheart peekaboo number offers everything you could ever want in a festival dress: style for days, a built-in breezeway and pockets, pockets, pockets.
6. Reversible Tank Style Cheap Bodycon Dresses on indigenous.com ($104): It's always nice to keep one's options open, and that's exactly what this dress does. Fully reversible and made of organic cotton jersey, this dress is made in Peru by artisans who are paid fairly for their work, and as a bonus, it's really two dresses in one.
7. Madina Hand-Embroidered Sleeveless Dress ($198): For something that's short, structured and makes a statement, Raven & Lily offers this crisp waisted tunic, embroidered by hand in Pakistan using traditional Afghan motifs. Embellished by women paid fairly for their efforts, it's craftsmanship worth investing in for sure.
8. Soft Hemp Dress ($44): Step over into the dark side with this easy sundress that's hand-made in California from 60 percent hemp and 40 percent organic cotton. The brand, Purakai, is run by a father-daughter team who donate one percent of all proceeds to ocean-friendly non-profits like the Surfrider Foundation, SeeTurtles and SustainableSurf.org.