There ¡s a reason women why, season after season, women keep coming back to white. Its classic charm and effortless elegance are appreciated even more during warm days. If you're wondering how you can manage to look chic and stay cool in summer's heat, an all-white dress is the answer. Baffled by the rush of white on the spring and summer runways? We've narrowed the list down to five trendy styles anyone can pull off. Check out these white hot dresses for summer 2010.

Sporty White Summer Dress

A sporty dress is perfect for women who want an off-the-runway look this season. Sporty fashion reigned in the spring and summer shows; collections by Lacoste, Emporio Armani, Alexander Wang and Max Azria showcased all-white dresses, hooded jumpsuits and jackets with a sporty twist. When shopping for your own sporty white dress, look for easy-going cuts, tunics and shirt dresses with clean lines and athletics-inspired details. Above-the-knee, thigh-grazing hems help sell the outfit. Hoods, foot-ball themed shoulders, stripes, lines and belts can all help you create the sassy, urban-sporty look of 2010. Pair your sporty white dress with lace-up open-toe shoes or platform flats; and don¡¯t forget accessories like sports bags, cool visors and bold bangles.

Joes Jeans Mia Tunic

from only : $39.00 | at: National Jean Company

The Mia Tunic is a t-shirt dress with pocket detail at front. Deep...

Kristen Kimono Sleeve Dress

from only : $29.00 - $31.90 | at: Alloy

Woven dress with embroidery at double v-neck. Ties at front or...

Suzi Chin Stretch Cotton Shirtdress

from only : $138.00 | at: Nordstrom

Neat ruffles trim the pleated cap sleeves on a crisp cotton...

Simple White Summer Dress

The simple white dress is an excellent choice for women who want to invest in a piece they can wear everywhere. Collections by Alberta Feretti and Narciso Rodriguez gave us perfect examples of how to wear the simple white dress this time around. Tasteful, modern detailing around the neck or waistline brings a white dress into 2010. A sleeveless white dress with a slim, flattering cut and mid-thigh hemline can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Immaculate chic is the punch line of this dress, so don't allow your accessories to complicate the look. Add interest to your outfit with an interesting pair of white or neutral heels. Oxfords, caged shoes, and open-toe platforms balance out the minimalist feel of a simple dress.

Emma Shift Dress

from only : $32.90 - $34.90 | at: Alloy

Woven dress with crochet and embroidery detail at hem. Fully lined.

Tahari Cutout Jacquard Sheath Dress

from only : $128.00 | at: Nordstrom

Contoured, geometric cutouts detail the jewel neckline of a...

La Petite Robe di Chiara Boni

from only : $430.00 | at: YOOX

The "Victoire" model from the “La Petite Robe” collection, is made...

Sexy White Summer Dress

The sexy white dress is a textbook example of less is more. For a sweltering summer night, give your printed dresses and black dresses a break and step out in style in a white-hot number. White spruces up any skin tone, and is a perfect palette for showcasing statement jewelry and glamorous hair and makeup. After dark you can be more daring with your fashion choices. Don't shy away from one-shoulder, asymmetrical styles, sheer fabrics and shorter hemlines. To ensure up-to-the-minute appeal, look for dresses with accents like cut-outs, embellishment, lace or draping, which are all eye-catching, important trends of 2010. For a fun night out, pair a white dress with your highest attention-getting heels and a metallic clutch. Have a look at the spring/summer collections of Versace, Gucci and D&G for inspiration when choosing a sexy white dress.

Yogi Tie Dye Racerback Dress

from only : $68.00 | at: National Jean Company

Suzi Chin Studded Halter Dress

from only : $138.00 | at: Nordstrom

A variety of studs embellishes the sweetheart neckline on a...

Costume National Short Dress

from only : $730.00 | at: YOOX

Wide neckline, sleeveless, drapped detailing.

Sweet White Summer Dress

Ruffles, ruching, tiers, gathered skirts and soft textures make up the basis of summer is sweet white dress. An updated version of the pastel ruffles you wore for spring, white ruffles and tiers look clean and cool under the hot sun. If you want a sweet look that isn't overly girly, try an empire-waist eyelet dress, a multi-layered piece, or a white dress with lace or crocheted detailing. Designers Alexander Wang and Oscar de la Renta used loose knitting, feminine rosettes, sheer materials and feathers to create sweet white dresses for summer. Remember if you¡¯re going for a sweet outfit, you have plenty of options for head-to-toe accessories. Accentuate the soft, youthful aspect of your dress with wide headbands, natural makeup, glowing cheeks, and charming shoes and bags.

Nadine Eyelet Dress

from only : $34.50 | at: dELiA*s

All eyes on eyelet. Sleeveless dress with eyelet border detail....

Vintage Havana Crochet Dress

from only : $54.00 | at: National Jean Company

The crochet strap dress has a slight v neckline and adjustable...

Suzi Chin Pleat Cotton Dress

from only : $118.00 | at: Nordstrom

Embroidered cotton dress is fashioned with pleated trim that wraps...

Sophisticated White Summer Dress

White is a particularly sophisticated color at any time, however, if you are looking for a great look to wear for evening or to the office, white is one of your best choices this summer. Yves Saint Laurent and Isaac Mizrahi offered up sophisticated white dresses in their spring/summer collections. The emphasis in this dress is usually on the collar and hemline. A smartly tailored collar is the easiest way to differentiate this style from the rest. Look for high collars, wide lapels, deep v-necks and the like to add class to a white dress, while softly falling, layered, asymmetrical hemlines bring white dresses to another level. Sophisticated white dresses pair nicely with silver metallic heels, white sandals, smart pumps and small shoulder bags.

Marielle Eyelet Dress

from only : $29.99 | at: dELiA*s

Adrianna Papell Jacquard Jacket

from only : $169.00 | at: Nordstrom

Ruffled portrait collar sets off the elegant style of a two-piece...

Sue Wong Ostrich Feathers Dress

from only : $518.00 | at: Nordstrom

Sparkling beads and crystals shimmer at the waist and hem of a...