20 Pretty Floral Dresses to Usher in Spring

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Sure, a floral for spring is not groundbreaking, but it is a seasonal classic for a reason. Usher in the warming and re-awakening of the world around you with temporally appropriate frock, pair it with a good pair of shoes and a cashmere sweater—maybe even a denim jacket?—and you have yourself the perfect outfit for springtime.

With options that work from day to night, from every day to formal, there's a printed number and silhouette for just about every person. Here, our 20 favorite floral dresses to wear this spring.

Shadow Berry Print Midi Tea Dress

While the pattern of this dress is more subtle, it's the lovely lavender hue in contrast that makes it all the more special. And the detailing, of course. Hits at the middle of the calf, so it's workable for a number of occasions depending on footwear, too.

Size Range: 2-12

Material: 60% Polyester, 40% Recycled Polyester

Nevara Dress Citron Anemone

Inspired by styles of the 1930s, replete with cascading ruffles and silk organza flowers, this is a romantic pick but a good one. The print is muted, but powerful thanks to the color palette, and the real beauty in this piece is how it moves with you—and changes in the light.

Size Range: XS-XL

Material: 100 Percent Silk

Berkley Dress

Contrasting ditzy florals, ruffles and a halter neckline might sound like too much on paper, but this frock is one of the most fun you can find this season. Both effortless and charming, it's great for an occasion— whether day or night. Pro tip: keep the accessories minimal.

Size Range: 0-12

Material: 88% Tencel, 12% Linen

Merritt Dress

The beauty of this dress, is in its simplicity. The shape is a simple column, body skimming but not clingy. And the bright floral beading doesn't just add texture and tactile color, it's a scene stealer. Wear for oodles of compliments.

Size Range: 00-14

Material: 55% Linen, 42% Rayon, 3% Elastane

Shirtdress

Every spring wardrobe needs an easy button down shirt dress. If you ask me, this red ditzy floral, which hits above the ankle and has longer sleeves, is great for every day even when it's still a little chilly. Plus, the color palette will render it wearable well into Fall. Better still, it looks great belted for a little emphasis on the waist.

Size Range: 2-22

Material: 100 Percent Viscose

+ NET SUSTAIN Barbara Rocio embellished floral-print cotton-poplin midi dress

It doesn't get more swoon-y than printed poplin with faux pearls stitched on the bodice, now does it. Great for special occasions, even better for a bride that doesn't want to wear all white to a nuptial event.

Size Range: XS-XL

Material: 100 Percent Cotton

Danae Dress

The sophistication in this sleek, subtle a-line dress isn't just the cut,, it's the pairing of multiple prints, in a rich tonal color palette. Pair with pastels now, and elevated neutral come fall.

Size Range: XXS- XL

Material: 88% polyester, 12% spandex

Aukai Dress Paradise

For those days when it's warm and you want to keep things effortless, opt for a clean silhouette with a bright floral print—and lots of leg.

Size Range: XXS-XL

Material: 100 Percent Cotton

Maudette floral-print taffeta maxi dress

Make a statement with lily of the valley printed taffeta with a full skirt. Perfect for swanning about, I say.

Size Range: 34-44 (French)

Material: 100 Percent Polyester Taffeta

Celestia Dress

Accentuate your arms and wear this voluminous trapeze dress with comfort. The best part? The details are so elevated that you can keep the accessories clean and minimal.

Size Range: XXS-XL

Material: 100 Percent Pima Cotton

Verona Dress

With a soft a-line, a square neckline, and crossed straps at the back, this wear-anytime-to-any-occasion dress wows with its unique print. Consider your accessories, and you'll see how easily the vibe of this frock shifts.

Women's Battia Twisted Linen Maxi Dress - Multicolor Floral Print - Size XL

For a maxi with sleeves, this watercolor print linen maxi from Silvia Tcherassi oozes elegance.

Size Range: XS-XL

Material: 100 Percent Linen

The Rowena Dress

Let's face it: you're never going to go wrong with a floral dress from Hill House. Case in point, the empire-waisted Rowena with adjustable straps and a full skirt. The best part? This floral doesn't scream at you.

Size Range: XXS-XXL

Material: 100 Percent Viscose

yellow floral yard lenzing™ ecovero™ euroflax™ midi dress

There are infinite reasons to love this oh-so bright and tropical Farm Rio number. It is a domapine in a dress. The prints are bold and expansive, helping the eye move up and down the ruffled a-line cut. And the eyelet details? Icing on the cake.

Size Range: XXS- XL

Material: 55% LINEN 45% VISCOSE

Madewell Ariana Midi Dress in Powder Blue at Nordstrom, Size 16

Who could pass up a simple skimming midi dress? Not me. Add a jean jacket and you have yourself an everyday outfit in a minute flat.

Beauden Dress

Another slip dress, with a bit deeper of a neckline. When worn with sneakers, it gives every day. When worn with heels, it's great for a night out. And the best part? It's available in plus and standard sizes.

Size Range: XS-XL, 1X-3X

Material: 53% Viscose, 47% LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose

Daria Dress

Give your best Charlotte York in this classic fit-and-flair rose print midi that hits at the knee. The perfect date night option for a night on the town—all you need is a killer pair of Prada slides.

Quinn Blue Floral Cinched Dress

For those throw-on-and-go moments, opt for a soft hue, ruching, and an even more subtle print.

Size Range: XS- XL

Material: 100 Percent Cotton

Flora Dress

For a bit of cool-girl in your floral, then this Ulla Johnson number with its hints of skin and ruching paired with a grid print and hypnotic floral blooms will surely turn heads.

Size Range: P-XL

Material: 91% Rayon, 9% Elastane

Cruz Dress

The beauty of this dress is that it marries a classic, flattering, fan-favorite-for-a-reason La Ligne silhouette with a bright floral spray. Romantic, but not overly girl, this dress is a keeper.

Size Range: XS-XL

Material: 100 Percent Cotton

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