Sunfrock

nounStandard termTextiles

A lightweight, sleeveless dress designed for warm weather and outdoor wear.

A sunfrock is an informal summer dress typically made from breathable, washable fabrics like cotton or linen. It features an open neckline, thin straps, or a sleeveless bodice to maximize cooling. The skirt is often full or gathered to allow air circulation, making it a staple of casual resort and warm-weather collections.

Heard on the job

We need to source a lighter cotton poplin for the new line of sunfrocks.

Also heard as

  • sundress