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Off-the-Shoulder We've sung the praises of this clavicle-baring style before, and our reasoning still stands. It's pretty, easy to wear, and looks just as good on a city sidewalk as it does on the French Riviera (well, almost). Caroline Constas Off-the-Shoulder Gingham Mini Dress, $395; at Net-A-Porter![3]()
Pinafore The best layering piece you'll buy this spring, the jumper-style dress has grown up a lot since we were kids. Pair it with a striped long-sleeve shirt for an Alexa Chung vibe, or add a collared shirt for a subversive schoolgirl look. Pocket Pinafore Dress, $79.99; at Mango![4]()
A-Line Listen: The fit-and-flare is popular for a reason. With a trim waist and slightly flouncy skirt, it flatters a wide range of figures — and in a modern print or classic color, there's no reason it has to look obvious. A-Line Cotton Dress, $95; at & Other Stories![5]()
Shift This work-friendly standby has a slimmer skirt than the A-line, but still isn't tight tight — in a mini length (paired with block heels, perhaps?), it'll make your legs look extra-long. Drape Shift Dress, $75; at TopshopThe Only 4 Dress Styles You Need For Spring
Whether you rock them with sneakers or coordinate them with your favorite heels, this season’s cute dresses are about as versatile as they come. READ: Add Some Flower Power to Your Wardrobe Still cold out? Throw on a pair of tights or layer a turtleneck underneath. Finally getting warm? Go bare-legged and add a denim jacket. And while there are endless variations of colors, patterns and fabrics to choose from — expect tie-dye, stripes, and suede to abound — there are a few silhouettes that you should be able to build a solid spring wardrobe around. Off-the-shoulder dresses continue their reign of popularity, with flouncy gingham options you can wear well into the dog days of summer, and trim knit versions that would look great with a pair of boots. Even if your style skews more classic, you’ll find plenty to love among the shifts and A-line styles: strategically draped waists, voluminous pleats, lace-up fronts — the possibilities are endless. READ: Nina Garcia on Questionable Fashion Choices Read through to study up on the four silhouettes we’re loving right now:
- The Only 4 Dress Styles You Need For Spring
