30 Best Spring Dresses for Women 2025
Believe it or not, spring is here. And with the season comes the time to shop the best spring dresses for women. Sure, there may still be a brisk chill in the air as we transition into higher temps, but it’s never too early to prep your warm-weather wardrobe with the chicest silhouettes the internet has to offer.
Spring dresses come in all shapes and styles, so when it comes to finding the crème de la crème of dress styles, the options can seem endless. But when pinpointing must-have trends for the season, you can count on the spring/summer 2025 runway collections and curate a list of elevated styles that are sure to become an essential part of your seasonal wardrobe. From the romantic boho styles seen at Chanel and Chloé to the sharp twists on modern stripes at Schiaparelli, memorizing micro minis at Alaïa and Gucci, even everyone’s favorite classic, the simple-chic slip dress, elegantly displayed on Ralph Lauren’s runway—here’s your guide to the best spring dress styles, including tried-and-true floral numbers that forever express the nature of the season.
Whether you have spring weddings on the social calendar or you’re just looking to upgrade your dress collection with trending pastel hues, shop this season’s best spring dresses from brands like Simkhai, Staud, Gucci, and so many more. Fair warning: You’ll be sure to turn heads.
Updated Florals
There’s no shame in loving a good floral dress for spring. I’m guilty of owning an abnormal amount. And while it’s easy to fawn over anything with the print during the season, don’t settle for yet another basic petal pattern. Look beyond the standard looks and invest in innovative designs with elements like the billowing bubble hems and layers at Chloé, Loewe’s sculptural hemlines and textures, and, my personal favorite, Erdem’s elegant silhouettes, which take the classic floral motif to the next level.
Aje Violette Bubble Hem Mini Dress
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Zimmermann Dawning Flutter Dress
Erdem Organza-Trimmed Floral-Print Satin-Twill Midi Dress
Magda Butrym Floral Draped One-Shoulder Midi Dress
Ultra-Minis
When it’s hot, there’s nothing cooler than a chic mini dress you can easily throw on—and voilà: a full ensemble. The resurgence of the shift dress was seen on this season’s biggest runways, from Alaïa and Sandy Liang to Gucci. Similar to a classic slip, a micro mini is a no-fuss garment, but often with a bit more structure to it. Paired with sleek flats, you can instantly channel Audrey Hepburn—or, with some tall boots, a mod Twiggy. No matter how you style it, you’re sure to move easily and feel chic in one of these mini delights.
Cos A-Line Sleeveless Mini Dress
Staud Lidia Silk Dress in Deep Sea
Madewell Madewell Linen Mini Shift Dress
Gucci Denim Mini Dress With Horsebit Belt
Helsa Helsa Faille Halter Mini Dress
Stripes, Revamped
It’s hard not to think nautical when you think stripes. But hear me out, stripes can be trendy, stylish, and don’t have to look like your run-of-the-mill sailor’s shirt. Sure, you can’t go wrong with the classic structure of sleek stripes, done no better than at Tommy Hilfiger, but stripes can also be playful like Proenza Schouler’s striped-blocked fringe dress. They can also be unpredictable, as seen with Prada’s striped crewneck sweater that went down the runway paired with a Western-style skirt. We also love a pastel stripe pattern, which is a must-have for the season.
J.Crew Hyacinth Dress
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Proenza Schouler Yves Stripe Fringed Knit Dress
Acne Studios Layered Striped Shirt Dress
Dries Van Noten Delicky Striped Wrap Shirtdress
Summer Whites
A pastel is lovely, but there’s nothing quite like a crisp, white dress in those warm spring and summer months. Whether you fancy an airy dress with a full skirt, like Jacquemus’s popular pleated drop waist dress, or a clean Max Mara shirtdress that can go from day to night, there’s no going wrong here. Your favorite white dress can also be any length, from a sheer retro mini to an elegant embellished maxi that could be fit for any spring bride.
Simkhai Cersei Drop-Waist Off-the-Shoulder Midi Dress
Reformation Vina Sheer Overlay Minidress
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Leo Lin Rayna Embellished Bustier Maxi Dress
Favorite Daughter Ex-Boyfriend Shirt Dress
Bohemian Romance
The age of the bohemian goddess is once again upon us, and it’s taking form in ethereal dresses best seen on the runways of Stella McCartney and Chloé. Of course, just because you love a whimsical look doesn’t mean you have to go full hippie. Fashion houses like Chanel and Saint Laurent spotlighted more streamlined versions of the boho-chic aesthetic, styling ruffled skirts, tie-neck blouses, and balloon sleeves juxtaposed with leather jackets and embellished belts. So, no matter how you interpret the trend, a free-flowing chiffon dress will always fit the romantic essence of spring.
H&M Balloon-Sleeved Chiffon Dress
Tory Burch Flared Cotton Silk Dress
Chloé Lace-Trimmed Silk Tiered Slipdress
LoveShackFancy Collia Dress
Sleek Slips
One of my favorite closet staples is a good slip dress. Not only is it a great item to have in your spring capsule wardrobe, but it’s a solid (and versatile) year-round piece, too. Whether you’re throwing on a short slip to run errands or topping off a silky maxi (like the one seen at Ralph Lauren) with some strappy heels for a sexy date night, this is one style that will always be in your closet.
Nili Lotan Cami Silk Charmeuse Slip Dress
Gap Studio Satin Slip Dress
Self-Portrait Satin Flower Maxi Dress
Silk Laundry ’90s Slip Dress
Rails Simona Check Lace Trim Sleeveless Maxi Dress
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