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In a simple white dress and flats, I know Laura Dern wasn’t dressed to distract from Carol Burnett at a ceremony “inducting” the comedian into Hollywood history. But I can’t get her deceptively simple style out of my head—so I went looking for something similar.

One element I love about Dern’s dress is the three-quarter sleeves, which are puffy enough to be breezy and comfortable in the summer heat while protecting against shoulder burns. I also love the maxi length and full skirt for the same reason: they offer airflow and coverage in equal measure. And the timeless cut of the shirt dress makes it casual enough for a shopping spree, but easy to dress up with the right accessories—a true wardrobe workhorse.

Laura Dern’s outfit blueprint

Maeve The Irene Linen Shirt Dress

Like Dern’s dress, this linen-blend maxi dress from Anthropologie has three-quarter sleeves, a self-tie belt, and the classic shirtdress style with a pointed collar and button placket. I love that it comes in three sizes (petite, standard, and plus) so you can get just the right fit. Plus, there are three timeless colors to choose from: ivory, white, and black.

Vivaia Margot 2.0 square toe ballerinas

These shoes have a square toe like Dern’s ballet flats, but are made from a flexible knit material that’s comfortable and machine washable so they’ll always look new. The sheer mesh structure resembles the tweed look of Dern’s shoes, but is far more breathable.

Warby Parker Raider Sunglasses

Dern finished off her afternoon ensemble with a pair of timeless aviator sunglasses like these from Warby Parker. They come in four widths, from narrow to extra wide, so there’s a fit for every face. Plus, you can choose from six color options, including polished gold, like Dern’s, as well as polished silver and rose gold. Plus, you can make them into prescription sunglasses.

Laura Dern’s summer afternoon look includes so many practical pieces to add to your summer wardrobe. Keep scrolling to shop more dresses, ballet flats, and sunglasses.

J.Crew Elena cotton poplin shirt dress

Banana Republic Factory Linen Blend Midi Shirt Dress

Sam Edelman – Michaela – Mary Jane ballerinas

Ray-Ban metal aviator sunglasses