15 Floral Dress Designs That Define Spring Fashion This Year
Floral dresses are always a hit when the weather gets warmer. Floral dresses can be timeless favorites, but there is something refreshing about the new styles and silhouettes. Designers like Valentino, Marni and others delivered rare and full bloom dresses for the SS24 collection. The floral dresses of 2024 are not the romantically soft florals from previous seasons. Instead, they have a strong impact. Structured silhouettes and sequins replace the tiered ruffles and sheer fabrics with moody colors and a structured fabric.
Fashion trends are cyclical, and the following roundup will include some familiar styles. This year, the boho look is expected to be back in full force. Cottagecore and nap dresses will continue to be popular.
Our picks of the most fashionable spring floral dresses include everything from luxe to low-key.
Laser Cut Delights
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You’ll love the laser-cut floral dresses seen on the Valentino Couture SS24 catwalk if you like a bold statement mini. Wear it with an oversized blazer in contrasting colors and heels to create a color-block effect. Or, go monochromatic by matching your accessories.
Night-Blooming Embellishments
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Do you prefer a dark color palette to spring pastels? It’s no problem. Accept the dark romance that comes with a black dress embellished in cream or jewel tones. This floral spring dress is enhanced by sequins, velvet ribbon and other multi-dimensional embellishments. It’s perfect for formal or evening occasions.
Captivating Cottagecore
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Cottagecore is a romantic aesthetic that’s second to none. Its dreamy watercolor florals, delicate embroidery inspired by folk art and its charming motifs are sure to please. Cottagecore floral dresses with high necklines, creamy lace and a cottagecore aesthetic are perfect for formal occasions. To create a casual look, choose a floral dress with square necklines and full skirts made of soft cotton. It can be accented by idyllic smocking.
A Moody Maxi
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It’s not necessary to abandon your favorite color palette because spring has arrived. You can wear a floral long dress in a tropical print. The palm fronds, birds of paradise and spikes are usually darker shades than pastels. Consider the scale. If you choose a dress with smaller flowers, it will tend to reflect the base color rather than its brighter accents.
Riveting Rosettes
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Rosettes are one of the most popular trends on this year’s red carpet. Wear a floral dress to stand out. The rosette trend can be subtle or spectacularly over the top. We love scattered rosettes against a structured background, but also the texture of rosettes as seen on the black dress.
3D Florals
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3D florals are a favorite for spring, whether they’re hyperrealistic or abstract. You can create a floral fantasy by wearing an illusion mesh dress with 3D flowers, or you can opt for a dress with floral embellishments that are a little more refined.
Statement Sequins
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Sequined floral dresses can be worn day or night. We recommend that you choose a shorter length for this floral dress because the weight of the sequins, beads and other embellishments can quickly add up. Matching accessories will highlight the dress without taking away from its floral focal point. An oversized blazer provides chic coverage.
Dreamy Nap dresses
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The nap dress trend may not be as big as it was a few short years ago, but we still consider them a staple for spring dresses. Pair this classic, cozy dress with rugged boots for a new look or go all out with layers of delicate jewelry.
Pretty in Patchwork
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You can incorporate patchwork florals in a variety of ways into your spring wardrobe. Knitted patchwork florals have a street-style look, while patchwork florals in mixed prints offer a subdued feel.
Outerwear-Inspired Opulence
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Remixing classic outer layers into a floral dress gives them a new seasonal look. Create a statement with a blazer-inspired print in multi-colors or embrace vintage-inspired outwear with bold buttons and epaulettes.
Elegantly Large
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The best way to embrace the playful nature of floral prints is by embracing an oversize silhouette. A floral oversized dress is a great way to showcase other trendy silhouettes and accessories, such as colorful tights or the dress with jeans and ’90s inspired look.
Coy Cut-Outs
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The cut-out floral dress trend of this season is a great example of sultry. The floral pattern is a great way to make this dress look sultry without showing too much skin.
Slinky Sheer
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A sheer floral dress will add romance to your spring and summer wardrobe. Choose a longer hemline in a slip-dress silhouette to balance out the almost naked effect of sheer fabrics. Add floral embellishments or embroidery.
Bohemian Rhapsody
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Boho has returned, babes. And what better way to celebrate this return than with a boho-inspired floral dress? We recommend dresses with full skirts, delicate prints, and slouchy booties and delicate jewelry to embody this style.
Chic Shirtdresses
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Dresses with collars and cuffs will add a touch of edge and structure to your soft Spring florals. Floral shirtdresses come in many styles. This season, we are most inspired by flowing chiffon or silk in a ditsy pattern and relaxed silhouette.
