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With the new season of The White Lotus already fueling our wanderlust, it’s hard not to dream of a luxurious getaway. And while we might not be booking flights to Thailand anytime soon, we can still embrace that rich mom-on-vacation energy with a key wardrobe staple: the kaftan. It’s effortlessly elegant, endlessly comfortable and the kind of piece that makes even a lazy afternoon feel like a scene from a five-star resort.
We found kaftans that channel that vibe and they’re far more affordable than anything in Tanya McQuoid’s suitcase. Whether you’re lounging poolside or just want to add a little luxury to your everyday, these picks do the job with minimal effort.
1. Poolside Kaftan: This vibrant, flowy kaftan is your White Lotus main character moment. The vibrant colors make it a standout, while the loose fit keeps it ideal for lounging like you own the place.
2 Lounge Dress: This geometric beauty turns a simple silhouette into a statement piece. It’s the kind of thing you throw on and suddenly look like you own a villa in Taormina.
3. Resort Cover-Up: With its fluttered sleeves and adjustable drawstring waist, this kaftan gives a “glamorous resort guest who doesn’t check price tags.” Slip it over your swimsuit and bask in the compliments.
4. Mini Dress: This floral smocked dress gives casual lunch at a boutique hotel energy. But it’s also breezy enough to dine al fresco.
5. Lightweight Duster: This open-front duster is the ultimate “rich mom” kaftan. It’s ideal for swanning around a five-star resort or your kitchen with a glass of wine in hand.
6. Draped Kaftan: The deep V-neckline and billowy fit makes this Kaftan look like old money. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or running errands (aka buying more kaftans), you’ll exude elegance.
7. Cold Shoulder: The off-shoulder design will make you look like the most regal guest at a luxury resort. Bonus: It flows beautifully in the breeze for that cinematic slow-motion effect.
8. Beach Dress: The batwing sleeves and soft fabric make this dress feel like a luxe escape in clothing form.
9. A Tropical Print– You bought this kaftan for a themed event, but now you’ll be wearing it everywhere because it’s that good.
10. A Rosey Kaftan: This is the dress you throw on to look like you inherited a Mediterranean estate. And even though it’s not sheer, it’s breezy enough for the hottest summer days.
11. Breezy Shirt Dress: This cover-up works anywhere, whether lounging in your hotel suite or strolling into a resort restaurant. It’s low effort but high impact.
12. Kaftan Blouse: With its linen texture and relaxed fit, this top is peak-rich mom at a wellness retreat. Wear it loose for that spa day look, or tie the front for something a little more casual.
13. Crochet Kaftan: This breezy number looks like something you’d throw on before hopping onto a private boat for the day. The crochet details are perfect for letting in just the right amount of sea breeze.
14. Printed Kaftan: Flowing silk crepe and an intricate print make this a “drinks on the terrace at sunset” kind of dress. It’s giving glamorous expat who summers in Mykonos — and isn’t that the dream?
