Getting dressed in the mornings right now can be tough. Whether it’s because you’re in that hybrid-working rut and struggling to remember what your favourite outfits are for leaving the house (guilty!) or because you’ve only just cracked winter dressing and then spring decides to show up in full force this week. Either way, we’re here to offer you comfort and solutions because we’re finding ourselves in exactly the same boat.
When we, as editors, are finding it difficult to know what to wear at the onset of spring, one of the pieces we reliably turn to year after year is, of course, the dress. It’s one of the best things about dressing for the spring and summer months—an instant outfit that requires minimal effort with maximum impact. Find the right styles, and you’ll not only be comfortable all day but also look polished and put together.
There’s a fine balance, though, between a dress that makes you feel confident and one that clings in the wrong places, isn't properly lined or maybe shows too much bra strap. That’s why today, we’re here to round up 30 new-in dresses that are guaranteed easy, effortless winners. By easy, we mean you can throw all of these on and go for most occasions, from the office to weekend brunches and maybe even a wedding or two. You can wear a bra with most of them, and everything from a fresh pair of trainers to your reliable boots or strappy sandals will work footwear-wise.
Most importantly, they’ll put a smile on your face because of how good you feel in them and how joyful they are—but also because you’ve not had to empty the entire contents of your closet onto your bedroom floor when deciding what to wear that morning.
Keep scrolling to shop, and you can thank us later.
Shop the Best Easy Spring/Summer Dresses:
A showstopping dress that takes no effort at all. Just add brown or black sandals, and you're off.
I can already tell this is going to be one of H&M's biggest sellers this season. It's so light and flowy and works really well with flats.
Is there anything more spring-appropriate than a Reformation dress?
Mango has so many fun cotton dresses in its new collection, but this simple striped number instantly caught my eye.
This beautiful navy dress has my full attention. Wear with flip-flops or sandals, heels or wedges. The choices are endless.
This shade of green has spring written all over it.
Dôen is my go-to for effortless spring/summer dresses—but head's up, they usually sell out pronto.
This looks so much more expensive than it is.
French women know about the power of a simple black dress.
If you're a minimalist, don't skip Arket on your dress search. It has lots of simple but never boring dresses like this one.
A great day-to-night option; just switch your flats for kitten heels after sunset.
Shirt dresses are about as timeless as it gets, and this breathable fabric will keep you comfortable even in a heatwave.
This feels put-together yet so light and airy for warm office days.
This season is all about denim, and this dress offers an easy way into the trend.
Of course, I had to include Rixo in this edit. This style is my current favourite.
If you have any garden parties in your calendar, consider this cheerful dress.
The ultimate chuck-on-and-go dress in a beautiful buttercup shade.
Nobody's Child is one of our favourite sustainably-focused dress brands. Its spring collection is full of versatile dresses like this one.
Wear this into the office and at the weekends.
Layer this over a long-sleeved top now, then style it on its own once the sun comes out.
Did you hear? Bright red is set to be the colour this spring.
Dress it up or down; the choice is yours!
The perfect linen dress.
I love a one-shoulder style for something easy but still very chic.
Sometimes a mini feels more suitable for the occasion.
I couldn't resist including another Dôen design.
I'm a minimalist, so this dress is going straight into my basket.
As summer draws near, check out Zimmermann's new collection of beach-ready dresses.
I love this with sandals here, but it would also go with trainers and a knit on top for cooler days.
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