21 best floral dresses for spring: The blooming lovely styles you NEED in your wardrobe

Publish date: 2024-05-31

The spring weather is coming, and if you want to be fully prepared, you need a floral dress in your wardrobe, ready for action. 

As we transition over to the new season, it's time to think of some new additions to your wardrobe. For example, at this time of year I always dig out my trench coat from the back of the wardrobe, the chunky boots get replaced with my ballet flats and my black jeans are switched to wide-leg trousers. 

I also embrace the easy-to-wear dress - and more specifically, the floral dress. I've searched the virtual high street in search of the most fabulous floral dresses. Keep scrolling for my top picks!

Favourite floral dresses - at a glance

Celebrities wearing floral dresses

How to style a floral dress for spring

When it comes to styling a floral dress for spring, I reached out to Fashion Editor / Stylist Antonia Kraskowski for her top tips. Here's the stellar advice she gave me for styling a floral dress and not looking frumpy... 

  • Accessories: "One of the easiest ways to make your favourite floral dress feel fresh is changing up your accessories. Add statement gold jewellery, chunky soled shoes and an oversized scrunchie in your hair for a Scandi girl inspired look."
  • The rule of two: "If you’re heading to a wedding and want a sophisticated take on matchy-matchy, try picking out hues from your dress to form the basis for your accessories and outerwear. Stick to a maximum of two colours to keep the look cohesive."
  • Opposites attract: "Want to toughen up those dainty ditsy prints? Add your favourite black leather jacket for a dash of timeless cool girl style."
  • Go wild: "Don’t be afraid to think out of the box when it comes to styling up your dress – add a leopard print cardigan over your floral dress or polka dot pumps for a spot of cool clashing."
  • Casual kicks: "Colourful trainers are a HUGE trend right now – add a pair of bright Adidas Sambas to your favourite floral dress for a new take on relaxed weekend wear."

    • How we chose the best floral dresses

    The best floral dresses to shop right now

  • 1/21

    ASOS DESIGN Satin Overlay Maxi Dress With Open Back Detail In Blue Large Floral

    ASOS Blue Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 4 - 18

    Shipping: Free for orders over £40

    Returns: Free within 28 days

    Spring is here, which means you need something bright in your wardrobe and this blue and black floral print dress is a real showstopper.  The backless design add a little bit of drama.

    £65 AT ASOS

    $89.99 AT ASOS US

  • 2/21

    M&S Collection Floral Tie Neck Maxi Tiered Dress

    M&S Green & White Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6-24

    Shipping: £3.99 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £60

    Returns: Free within 35 days

    This long-sleeved tea dress is perfect for special occasions. The flattering keyhole neckline and a pretty all-over floral print is a real nod to spring. We also love the drawstring fastening which cinches in the waist and adds a touch of texture to the design.

    £55 AT MARKS & SPENCER

    $96.99 AT MARKS & SPENCER

  • 3/21

    New Look Blue Floral Flutter Sleeve Asymmetric Ruffle Midi Dress

    New Look Blue Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6 - 22

    Shipping: £4 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £35

    Returns: Free within 28 days

    We're eyeing up this new ruffle floral print dress from New Look. Ideal for wedding season, this occasion dress is cut to a midaxi length and adorned with daisies for a mood-boosting feel whatever the season.

    £39.99 AT NEW LOOK

  • 4/21

    Really Wild London Abbey Floral Silk Midi Dress

    Really Wild London Blue Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6 - 16

    Shipping: Free

    Returns: Free within 30 days

    This floral dress is absolutely stunning! The floral midi silk dress is made from smooth, fine crepe de chine fabric and it's perfect for picnics at Henley and Ascot or special work events. 

    £525 AT REALLY WILD LONDON 

    $675 AT REALLY WILD LONDON US 

  • 5/21

    Rixo 'Gilly' Silk Maxi Dress

    Rixo Red Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6-14

    Shipping: £5 Standard Delivery

    Returns: Free within 14 days

    Rixo, we do not deserve you! This dress, isn't it just beautiful? The Gilly gown's fluttery tiers and vibrant floral print are the stuff of red-carpet dreams.

    £345 AT RIXO

  • 6/21

    H&M Linen-Blend Floral Dress

    H&M Blue Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK XS - XXL

    Shipping: £3.99 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £30

    Returns: Free within 28 days

    If you're on the hunt for a chic holiday ready floral dress, we've found just the thing from H&M. The pretty blue and white colourway feels very modern and fresh, and not too overwhelming for someone wearing it.

    £27.99 AT H&M

    $37.99 AT H&M US

  • 7/21

    Nobody's Child Green Lemon Print Elsie Midi Dress

    Nobody's Child Green Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 4 - 18

    Shipping: Fee for orders over £100

    Returns: Free within 30 days

    Can we have a moment for this lemon print midi dress? With delicate flutter sleeves, the Elsie dress features a square neck, a midaxi length and a cute lemon and flower print that’s sure to get you noticed. Made entirely from responsible viscose, the zesty lemon print is just what your suitcase needs.

    £49 AT NOBODY'S CHILD

    $90 AT NOBODY'S CHILD

  • 8/21

    Aspiga Anna Maxi Dress

    Aspiga Green Floral Dress

    Sizes available: XS - XL

    Shipping: Free delivery on orders over £200

    Returns: 14 days

    Aspiga is my latest obsession, and perfect for anyone who's looking for the perfect holiday dress. The 'Annie' is crafted from a beautiful, hammered viscose satin. This is the type of mid-weight fabric that drapes perfectly over the body. In a stunning floral print this is perfect for a bold summer evening look; from the blouson sleeves, deep fitted waistband and full skirt.

    £290 AT ASPIGA

    $410 AT ASPIGA US

  • 9/21

    Boden Linen Wrap Midi Dress

    Boden Floral Wrap Dress

    Sizes available: UK 4 - 22 (Petite, Regular)

    Shipping: Free over £50

    Returns: Free within 90 days

    A printed wrap dress is a must for your vacation wardrobe. This dress is a masterclass in how to look (and be) cool on hot days. The linen is naturally breathable and the top has a fixed wrap with a large bow.

    £135 AT BODEN

    $195 AT BODEN USA

  • 10/21

    Finery Melony Red Floral Midi Dress

    Finery Red Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 8 - 24

    Shipping: £3.95

    Returns: 28 days

    How gorgeous is this V-neck midi dress?! With plenty of detail, the Melony features a flattering under-bust empire seam and short puff sleeves with elasticated cuffs. Perfect for city days or cocktails with the girls. 

    £49 AT FINERY 

  • 11/21

    Karen Millen Diamante Trim Delicate Floral Woven Maxi Dress

    Karen Millen White Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6 - 16

    Shipping: £4.99 Standard Delivery or free with Karen Millen Premier

    Returns: £2 within 28 days or free with Karen Millen Premier

    Designed with glamorous occasions in mind, this maxi dress is enriched with a vibrant tropical floral print. But do you know what else is special about this dress? The diamante-trim details across the high neckline, waistband and cuffs. 

    £255.20 (SAVE £63.80) AT KAREN MILLEN

    $483.60 AT KAREN MILLEN

  • 12/21

    LoveShackFancy Kailo Wrap-Effect Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Midi Dress

    LoveShackFancy Black Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK XXS - L

    Shipping: £7 or free on orders over £300

    Returns: Free within 28 days

    Finding the perfect floral dress is not easy, but if your budget allows, you really need to check out LoveShackFancy, a brand that's synonymous with floral print design. We love the Kailo dress because of the lightweight, chiffon fabric featuring a French antique-inspired floral print. The long blouson sleeves adds a little drama to the overall look. 

    £615 AT NETAPORTER

    $695 AT NETAPORTER

  • 13/21

    French Connection Gretha Belt Long Dress

    French Connection Blue Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6 - 16

    Shipping: Free on orders over £75

    Returns: Free within 28 days

    Anyone else picturing Princess Kate wearing this dress? It's so her style. The abstract midi dress with a v-neck neckline and belt would be ideal for throwing in your suitcase for a city break when the weather gets warmer. 

    £59 (SAVE £26) AT FRENCH CONNECTION

  • 14/21

    River Island White Abstract Halter Neck Shift Midi Dress

    River Island White Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6 - 18

    Shipping: £4 Standard Delivery or free on orders over £50

    Returns: Free within 28 days

    A halter neck dress can be super flattering and this floral number is absolutely gorgeous with its subtle floral print and ethereal style. It's a keeper! 

    £55 AT RIVER ISLAND

    $102 AT RIVER ISLAND

  • 15/21

    Boohoo Ditsy Balloon Sleeve Milkmaid Maxi Dress

    Boohoo Black Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 8 - 18

    Shipping: Free with Premier

    Returns: Free within 28 days

    Embrace your femininity with this stunning floral milkmaid maxi dress - it'll be a great dress to pack in your suitcase with you if you're off somewhere hot. If you’re keeping things casual, swap out the heels for flat sandals and you’re good to go.

    £24 (SAVE 25%) AT BOOHOO

    $47 AT BOOHOO

  • 16/21

    & Other Stories Frill-Tier Maxi Dress

    & Other Stories Floral Dress

    Sizes available: 32 - 34

    Shipping: Free for orders over £80

    Returns: Free within 30 days to store, or £3 via courier

    Oh, the drama! This isn't the floral dress for a wallflower, oh hell no. This is for someone who wants to have a MOMENT in a dress. Prepare to turn heads... 

    £195 AT & OTHER STORIES

    $279 AT & OTHER STORIES

  • 17/21

    Phase Eight Lina Printed Long Sleeve Midi Dress

    Phase Eight Pink Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6 - 20

    Shipping: Free for orders over £150

    Returns: Free within 28 days

    Wedding season is upon us and this stunning floral dress would be great for a wedding guest dress - and to add to your wardrobe for future spring events. While the print is very pretty, and the pale pink base is delightful, it's the stunning sleeves that we love the most.

    £135.20 (SAVE 20%) AT PHASE EIGHT

    $305 AT PHASE EIGHT

  • 18/21

    Nadine Merabi 'Sophia' Floral Dress

    Nadine Merabi White Floral Dress

    Sizes available: UK 6 - 18

    Shipping: Free for orders over £340

    Returns: 14 days (not free)

    If you've got an invite to a wedding abroad, this could well be the dress? In fact, if you're a bride-to-be and you're getting married somewhere delightful and warm, this dress would make an exceptional evening dress in the nights before or after the wedding. 

    £375 AT NADINE MERABI

    $525 AT NADINE MERABI

  • 19/21

    Sister Jane 'DREAM' Primrose Organza Wrap Dress

    Sister Jane Pink Floral Dress

    Sizes available: XS - L

    Shipping: Free delivery on orders over £60

    Returns: 14 days

    Sister Jane is a brand known for its dramatic prints, and this floral number takes centre stage. The wrap-over style midi dress in a delightful floral organza jacquard fabric.

    £185 AT SISTER JANE

    $239 AT SISTER JANE

  • 20/21

    Celia B Lara Dress

    Celia B Floral Dress

    Sizes available: XS - XXL

    Shipping: Free delivery on orders over £300

    Returns: 10 days

    Now this is the most literal floral dress I've ever seen! Covered in bouquets of flowers, this dress is an instant showstopper and conversation starter. The midi dress is made from a recycled cotton blend with adjustable tie shoulder straps.

    £351 AT CELIA B

    $432 AT CELIA B

  • 21/21

    Primark x Rita Ora Floral Ruffle Maxi Dress

    Primark Floral Dress

    Sizes available: 6 - 20

    Shipping: Click and Collect

    Returns: 30 days

    Rita Ora's latest collection includes this ruffle floral maxi dress in the dreamiest sherbet yellow shade. Be sure to snap it up because this WILL sell out. 

    £25 AT PRIMARK

    • Why you should trust me 

    I have loved floral dresses for years! In fact, my favourite has to be this shirt dress from Zara. I love that I can dress it down for a holiday with flat shoes or dress it up with a pair of heels. It's also fun to accessorise with - I tend to pick out the boldest shade from a floral dress and just go wild with it. Here's a photo of me twirling while on holiday. 

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    Meet the expert

    Antonia Kraskowski is a freelance Fashion Editor & Stylist with over 18 years of experience in the industry. Having worked for titles including Easy Living, Glamour and Vogue New Markets, Antonia went on to work in the fast-paced world of newspapers and weekly magazines, becoming Fashion Editor at Express Newspapers and Magazines, a role she held for five years before going freelance. Her career has seen Antonia travel the world, shooting across the globe, styling campaigns for brands ranging from Ben Sherman and DKNY to Wallis.

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