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26 Spring Dresses for All Shapes and Sizes

And they’re (mostly) budget-friendly, too.

By Paula Lee
spring dresses

Spring brings a lot of wonderful things—sunnier weather, flower buds, and longer, sun-drenched days. But one of the best parts about spring? The transitional weather—days that aren't too warm nor too cold—is ripe for one of the easiest outfits ever: a cute dress.

The one-and-done garment is an outfit in itself and provides the perfect excuse to trade your sweats and hoodies for something a little more flirty. Plus, dresses are exceptionally easy to layer. Toss on a sweater, slip on tights, or pair your maxi with boots, if you need to.

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    Selkie Structured Puff-Sleeve Dress

    Best Blue Floral Dress

    Selkie Selkie Structured Puff-Sleeve Dress

    $249 at Anthropologie
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  • 2
    Rincon Dress

    Best Dress for Travel

    Athleta Rincon Dress

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  • 3
    Sunrises Midi Dress Yellow

    Best Body-con Dress

    Sunrises Midi Dress Yellow

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  • 4
    Pink Zip Front Dress

    Best Zip Front Dress

    Pink Zip Front Dress

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    Puff-Sleeve Dress

    Best Spring Dress from Anthropologie

    By Anthropologie Puff-Sleeve Dress

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In this year's seasonal prints, you'll see many of the perennial favorites, such as flowers, polka dots, and stripes making a strong showing. But you'll also peep some new spring trends like knit textures, puff sleeves, and bright colors in the cutest spring dresses this season. There’s no shortage of special details, either—think smocking, pleats, and wrap fronts.

So whether you’re in the market for a casual boho maxi to pair with your favorite moto jacket and comfy sandals or a romantic number to rock with a denim jacket and white sneakers, these dresses—from comfy, cheap everyday styles to wedding-appropriate options—suit every shape, size, and preference.

Give that floral perfume a spritz, and slip on one of these chic dresses, so you can walk out the door and greet the warmer weather with a little extra spring in your step. (Pun intended.)

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Best Blue Floral Dress

Selkie Selkie Structured Puff-Sleeve Dress

Selkie Structured Puff-Sleeve Dress
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Best Blue Floral Dress

Selkie Selkie Structured Puff-Sleeve Dress

$249 at Anthropologie
Credit: Anthropologie

This dress from Anthropologie has all of this season's key looks, from the puff sleeves and floaty cut through to the luxe floral print. This dress would work as well for a casual weekend away as it would for a wedding or garden party. It's all in the accessorizing.

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Best Dress for Travel

Athleta Rincon Dress

Rincon Dress
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Best Dress for Travel

Athleta Rincon Dress

Credit: Athleta

Available in sizes XXS to 3X, this stretchy mini packs down to almost nothing, resists wrinkles, and looks super flattering on any shape, thanks to the adjustable cinched waist.

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Best Body-con Dress

Sunrises Midi Dress Yellow

Sunrises Midi Dress Yellow
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Best Body-con Dress

Sunrises Midi Dress Yellow

Credit: HelloMolly

Embrace the sunshine in this sweet midi dress. With a gloriously uplifting and fresh print of yellow blooms, you'll bring bringing smiles to all you meet. A sweetheart neckline with cutout details makes this a perfect dress for those warm spring days. The body-con fit is balanced with a little frill to the hem. Style with heels and gold jewelry for maximum impact.

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Best Zip Front Dress

Pink Zip Front Dress

Pink Zip Front Dress
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Best Zip Front Dress

Pink Zip Front Dress

Credit: Ooshie

This pink zip front dress exudes all the joys of spring. From Ooshie, a sustainable, Black-owned women's resort wear line, this dress features a bold pink print with teal highlights and a zip front allowing you to customize the neckline. A tie belt gives you a defined and fitted waist, while the gently voluminous skirt flares out elegantly to just below the knee.

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Best Spring Dress from Anthropologie

By Anthropologie Puff-Sleeve Dress

Puff-Sleeve Dress
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Best Spring Dress from Anthropologie

By Anthropologie Puff-Sleeve Dress

Credit: Anthropologie

This delightful dress is a pretty option for your springtime wardrobe. Made of cotton, the puff-sleeve dress features a dainty daisy print throughout. Added bonus: It has front slant pockets!

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Best Floral Print Dress

French Countryside White Floral Print High-Low Dress

French Countryside White Floral Print High-Low Dress
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Best Floral Print Dress

French Countryside White Floral Print High-Low Dress

Credit: Lulus

Here's a lovely floral wrap dress with a high-low hem that will work now (with closed-toe heels) and through spring (with flats or sandals).

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Best Formal Dress

Eliza J Floral Cascade Ruffle Long-Sleeved Dress

Floral Cascade Ruffle Long-Sleeved Dress
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Best Formal Dress

Eliza J Floral Cascade Ruffle Long-Sleeved Dress

Now 40% Off
Credit: Nordstrom

Try a moody floral print for your next warm weather occasion, like a wedding or baby shower. The sheer long sleeves provide just the right amount of arm coverage for cool breezes.

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Best Puff-Sleeve Dress

English Factory Gridded Puff-Sleeve Dress

Gridded Puff-Sleeve Dress
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Best Puff-Sleeve Dress

English Factory Gridded Puff-Sleeve Dress

Credit: Nordstrom

Puff sleeves? Check. Flattering tiered design? Check. Perfect-for-Easter hue? This flirty number just seems to have it all.

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Best Sleeveless Dress

Hutch Hutch Asymmetrical Wrap Dress

Hutch Asymmetrical Wrap Dress
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Best Sleeveless Dress

Hutch Hutch Asymmetrical Wrap Dress

Credit: Anthropologie

With an asymmetrical hem that will show off your shoes, this abstract floral print dress with a tie waist is perfect for any warm-weather occasion.

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Best Midi Dress

FLORET STUDIOS Deep V-Neck Tie-Back Plissé Midi Dress

Deep V-Neck Tie-Back Plissé Midi Dress
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Best Midi Dress

FLORET STUDIOS Deep V-Neck Tie-Back Plissé Midi Dress

Now 45% Off
Credit: Nordstrom

This style with pretty plissé pleats (say that five times fast) looks way more luxe than its price tag, while the twist-knot detail adds definition to the waist.

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Best Floral Dress from H&M

Tie-Detail Wrap Dress

Tie-Detail Wrap Dress
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Best Floral Dress from H&M

Tie-Detail Wrap Dress

Credit: H&M

This calf-length dress features a wrap design that flatters all shapes and sizes. Made of woven viscose-blend fabric, the dress drapes elegantly about the body while a gathered seam defines the waistline.

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Best Everyday Dress

everlane The Daytripper Shirtdress

The Daytripper Shirtdress
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Best Everyday Dress

everlane The Daytripper Shirtdress

Credit: Everlane

Whether you're WFH or want something relaxed to run around in, this casual shirtdress will get you through those warmer days.

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Best Day-to-Night Dress

English Factory Ruffle-Sleeve Maxi Dress

Ruffle-Sleeve Maxi Dress
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Best Day-to-Night Dress

English Factory Ruffle-Sleeve Maxi Dress

Credit: ShopBop

In one of the standout colors of the season, this tiered poplin frock can do double duty for backyard weddings or beach vacations.

14
Best Casual Dress

Show Me Your Mumu Birdie Mini Dress

Birdie Mini Dress
14
Best Casual Dress

Show Me Your Mumu Birdie Mini Dress

Now 24% Off
Credit: Revolve

Soft balloon sleeves and subtle ruffles make this casual floaty dress special. And how cool are the floral and geometric prints together?

15
Best Knit

Fitted Sleeveless Rib-Knit Midi Dress

Fitted Sleeveless Rib-Knit Midi Dress
15
Best Knit

Fitted Sleeveless Rib-Knit Midi Dress

Now 42% Off
Credit: Old Navy

Thanks to the comfort factor, knit dresses are trending hard. Wear this rib-knit body-skimming number at brunch or to work.

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Best Plus-Size Dress

Color-Block Wrap Dress

Color-Block Wrap Dress
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Best Plus-Size Dress

Color-Block Wrap Dress

Now 62% Off
Credit: Eloquii

A timeless black-and-white color-block dress with just enough coverage and plenty of swing? We'll take it.

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Best Lace Dress

Endless Rose Lace Spaghetti-Strap Midi Dress

Lace Spaghetti-Strap Midi Dress
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Best Lace Dress

Endless Rose Lace Spaghetti-Strap Midi Dress

Credit: Nordstrom

Have a baby or bridal shower on the calendar? Look no further than this lace spaghetti-strap dress in a perfect-for-spring vibrant pink.

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Best Cotton Dress

Free People Bluebell Mixed Floral Cotton Maxi Dress

Bluebell Mixed Floral Cotton Maxi Dress
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Best Cotton Dress

Free People Bluebell Mixed Floral Cotton Maxi Dress

Credit: Nordstrom

Embrace your inner free spirit in this swingy patchwork print maxi with smocked bodice and ribbon tie straps.

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Best T-Shirt Dress

Rebecca Minkoff Women's Marta Dress, Pink Tie Dye

Women's Marta Dress, Pink Tie Dye
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Best T-Shirt Dress

Rebecca Minkoff Women's Marta Dress, Pink Tie Dye

Credit: Amazon

The T-shirt dress gets a cool upgrade with boxy sleeves and a defining cinched waist. Pair with some cool white sneakers or sandals for a casual and relaxed style.

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Best Short-Sleeved Dress

Urban Outfitters Kiss the Sky Floral Side-Slit Midi Dress

Kiss the Sky Floral Side-Slit Midi Dress
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Best Short-Sleeved Dress

Urban Outfitters Kiss the Sky Floral Side-Slit Midi Dress

Credit: Urban Outfitters

Welcome spring with sweet muted florals. A deep V-neck and button detail at the bust (not to mention the side slit) flatter the figure.

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Paula Lee
Freelance Fashion Editor

Paula Lee is a freelance Fashion Editor. Off duty, she can be found day-tripping around the tri-state area, hanging around farm animals, or browsing the library stacks.

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