40 Best Spring Dresses That Are Equal Parts Cute and Comfy

The days are getting longer and temperatures are starting to climb—that’s your cue to break out the best spring dresses. With the most exciting 2024 fashion trends starting to take over, it's easy to style them for maximum impact.

Feminine accents like rosettes and bow accessories are super popular heading into warmer weather—and wedding season is the perfect time to try them out. Meanwhile, quiet luxury is holding strong, this time in the form of laid-back shirtdresses with slinky tops and full skirts. On the color front, we’re seeing sky blue, rich green, and butter yellow in everything from poplin to silk. (But we won’t blame you if you stick to tried-and-true hues like petal pink, not to mention florals in any palette.)

As for footwear, we’ve always recommended white sneakers—but if you really want to look now, go a little more formal in ballet flats, slingback sandals, or slim loafers. (Hailey Bieber’s influence!) Bonus tip: Instead of throwing a denim jacket on top, go for a sportier bomber jacket or a more structured blazer.

After what felt like an endless winter, these cute spring dresses are exactly what you need to break out of your style rut.

Best casual spring dresses

Whether you’re headed to brunch or a low-key date night, this is the perfect time of year to replace your usual white tee and straight-leg jeans with something a little more elegant. These casual picks all look excellent with sneakers, sandals, or any other flat-footed shoes in your collection—no strappy heels necessary—and they’re ideal for layering with a jacket or trench coat. Why not add some whimsy to your spring outfits?

Best spring wedding guest dresses

The key to finding the right spring wedding guest dress is picking something easy to style. You might face a scorcher or a blizzard—neither are unhead of this time of year—and your footwear and jacket might have to change at the last minute. Reformation’s silk stunner and Staud’s A-line dress lean more traditional, while the bottom two picks are a bit more trendy with cutouts and bow accents. Thankfully these Glamour reader-beloved picks pair nicely with just about any heels and jewelry you have on hand.

Best Amazon spring dresses

These aren’t just some of the best dresses on Amazon; they’re some of the best dresses available anywhere. Glamour readers can’t stop buying the first two budget-friendly beauties, which make excellent wedding guest attire (or even bridesmaid dresses). And the bottom two look incredible on their own or styled with a tight-fitting T-shirt underneath. Better yet, it’ll all arrive in two days or less—thanks, Jeff.

Best floral spring dresses

You can never—never!—go wrong with a floral dress this time of year. No matter your pick’s silhouette or color palette, floral prints make throwing together spring outfit ideas effortless. Just pick your favorite number, then throw on a small bag, sandals, and dainty jewelry; you’re now ready for any dressed-up event on your schedule.

Best spring minidresses

Even if spring gets off to a chilly start, you don’t need to wait to pull out your favorite short dresses—just cover up with colored tights and knee-high boots until the weather gets a little more agreeable. (You can even go wild and throw straight-leg jeans under your mini, à la Katie Holmes—we promise you’ll look cool.) You’ll want to wear these spring fashion staples well through summer.

Best spring maxidresses

As excited as you may be to get dressed for a new season, it can still get chilly out there, so split the difference with long, leg-covering dresses in spring-friendly fabrics like cotton and viscose. If you get too cold, throw a sweater over your sleeveless or short-sleeve pick; if you get too warm, just let the breeze flow through your skirt. Best of both worlds.

Best ruffled spring dresses

If you’re bored by simpler options (sorry, bodycon dresses), it’s time to add some frills to your collection. These top-rated picks make the most of ruffles without going into bridesmaid territory. Whether you prefer the details on your straps, your hem, your neckline, or all over a tiered skirt, there’s a new spring dress with your name on it.

Best long-sleeve spring dresses

Whether you’re trying to stay warm or going full-on preppy, long-sleeve dresses are the transitional staple your current closet might be missing. Each of these picks brings a relaxed, elegant vibe with just a hint of drama—perfect for pairing with pointy heels at Easter or socks and sandals on vacation.

Best spring shirtdresses

While oversized button-down shirts ruled last year, we’re taking things a step further by wearing crisp cotton and denim in the more structured silhouettes of the shirtdress. Stay on the more demure end with J.Crew’s stripes and Madewell’s faded denim—or go bolder with these colorful print dresses from Boden and Farm Rio. Have any nuptials on deck? These all-occasion picks make for excellent spring or summer wedding guest dresses, particularly if the celebrations are al fresco.

Best gathered spring dresses

While ruched and pleated numbers are still popular (and plenty cute), we’ve noticed gathered dresses taking over both runways and street style. Gathering adds more volume and visual intrigue to the traditional A-line silhouette, making you look like a modern-day princess. We recommend choosing a solid-color dress to keep things from getting too busy; style your pick with some slim sunglasses and ballet flats for a high-impact look that takes almost no effort.