Before you think of a floral dress being cliche, florals are anything but. From big blooms to ditsy florals, there's a type of flower print to suit your aesthetic - trust me, I've searched the high street and there's floral dresses in abundance.
A floral dress is a must for your wardrobe as we move into the peak summer months. All of the dresses in this edit can be worn now with your trench coat or denim jacket, but also as the temperature starts to rise with your chunky sandals.
© Getty Images- Floral mini dress: ASOS Pink Floral Mini Tea Dress, £34 / $47.99
- Floral maxi dress: Karen Millen Scattered Floral Print Pleated Maxi Dress, £229 / $419
- Floral wedding guest dress: Phase Eight 'Jaslyn' Floral Dress, £169 / $370
- Plus-size floral dress: H&M Tie Belt Floral Dress, £27.99 / $39.99
- Black floral dress: Mango Black Floral Dress, £35.99 / $69.99
Celebrities love their florals, too! Jennifer Aniston created headines when she stepped out in a floral Reformation dress, giving us all the summer inspiration we need.
© Getty ImagesHow to style a floral dress for summer
When it comes to styling a floral dress, 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 - or a pair of mid-heel sandals for a special occasion - 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 trainers to your favourite floral dress for a new take on relaxed weekend wear."
© Getty ImagesHow we chose the best floral dresses
- Price: I've searched high and low for floral dresses to match all budgets
- Variety: You might be after a floral maxi dress or a mini dress or just a casual dress to wear for work. I tried to mix up the edit to cater for more people. There's also plus size options in the mix, too.
- Trusted brands: All the brands I've chosen are trusted brands I, or members of the HELLO! team, swear by; we've not tried on all of the products but the brands are some of our favourites, so quality should be high.
The best floral dresses to shop right now
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Karen Millen Scattered Floral Print Pleated Maxi Dress
© Karen Millen- Colour: Blue
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 6 - 16
Editor's Note:
A floral occasion dress is always a winner, and I love Karen Millen's scattered floral dress for its timeless and stylish vibe. Add a simple clutch bag and you're ready for any special occasion.
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Boden 'Clara' Cotton Floral Shirt Dress
© Boden- Colour: Multi, Walled Garden
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 4 - 20
Editor's Note:
A printed shirt dress is a must for your vacation wardrobe. This dress is a masterclass in how to look (and be) cool on hot days. It also has pockets!
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Phase Eight 'Jaslyn' Floral Dress
© Phase Eight- Colour: Multi
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 06 - 22
Editor's Note:
This dress is stunning!
Designed with a bold floral print, the Jaslyn dress features feminine blouson sleeves and it's an elegant event style you’ll wear for seasons to come. Co-ordinate with colour pop accessories for a look that’s perfect for the big event in your calendar.
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Mango Black Floral Dress
© Mango- Colour: Black
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 4 - 26
Editor's Note:
Florals never go out of style so this is the perfect trend-led long dress. It's designed to make you comfortable at any party, wedding or ceremony and it's available in plus size, too.
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Rixo 'Clarice' Midi Floral Dress
© Rixo- Colour: Multi
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 6 - 20
Editor's Note:
Rixo, we do not deserve you! This dress, isn't it just beautiful? The 'Clarice' dress is new in, and has a signature vintage feel. based on a vintage nightdress and cut from wedding floral multi-print viscose. Wear with oversized earrings and be the best dressed in the room. And if you haven't noticed, scarf dresses are having a real moment right now.
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H&M Tie Belt Floral Dress
© H&M- Colour: Pink
- Sizes: Available in XXS - XXL
Editor's Note:
If you're on the hunt for a chic floral beach dress, I've found just the thing from H&M.
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Mint Velvet Blue Floral Print Mini Dress
© Mint Velvet- Colour: Blue
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 6 - 18
Editor's Note:
Mint Velvet has created this stunning blue floral print dress in a ladylike mini silhouette. This dress could be worn on vacation or for a special occasion, it would all depend on how you style it. Take tips from Cat Deeley who wore the pretty dress on an episode of This Morning.
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ASOS Pink Floral Mini Tea Dress
© ASOS- Colour: Pink
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes XS - L
Editor's Note:
This gorgeous mini dress is giving serious fashionista vibes, don't you think? The v-neck design will be super flattering and I'd personally style with a rafia clutch bag.
9/15
Queens of Archive 'Delilah' Floral Dress
© Queens of Archive- Colour: Red
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes XS - XL
If the vintage vibe is more your thing, you'll be obsessed with the Delilah dress from Queens of Archive. Swathed in red peonies, this textured jacquard dress has perfectly puffed shoulders to create a silhouette both structured and soft.
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River Island Purple 3D V-neck Floral Midi Dress
© River Island- Colour: Purple
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 6 - 18
Editor's Note:
This floral dress would look great with heels for a wedding. This chic high-street dress is giving A-list vibes, don't you think?
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Needle & Thread Versailles Ditsy Cape Sleeve Ankle Gown
© Needle & Thread- Colour: Champagne
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 4 - 22
Editor's Note:
How stunning is this Needle & Thread dress? The ditsy chiffon cape dress features a romantic print inspired by the opulence of Versailles, this gown features rich multicoloured floral embroidery across the bodice, trailing softly toward the hem.
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LK Bennett 'Kate' Blue Meadow Print Shirt Dress
© LK Bennett- Colour: Blue
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 4 - 20
Editor's Note:
Has LK Bennett named a dress after Princess Kate? The 'Kate' dress is giving me major Catherine vibes. with its delicate meadow pattern in calming blue tones, crafted from sustainable FSC fabric for a luxurious feel. It pairs beautifully with strappy heels and a delicate clutch bag.
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Wyse London Floral 'Samara' Dress
© Wyse London- Colour: Pink
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 6 - 18
Editor's Note:
Embrace your femininity with this super sweet candy pink floral dress, patterned with a playful pretty print that's timeless.
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Nadine Merabi 'Leila' Floral Sequin Dress
© Nadine Merabi- Colour: Multi
- Sizes: Available in sizes XS - XXL
Editor's Note:
A slightly different take on the 'floral dress' trend - this one is actually adorned with sequins! The 'Leila' dress is a showstopper with a shimmering floral print crafted from intricate embroidered sequin detailing.
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M&S Collection Floral Midaxi Tea Dress
© M&S- Colour: Multi
- Sizes: Available in UK sizes 6 - 18
Editor's Note:
This chic tea dress is perfect for warmer weather. The pure cotton dress is a lightweight and breathable choice for smart occasions. It's cut in a regular fit with a floaty midaxi-length skirt, v-neckline and short sleeves.
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.
Meet the expert
© Antonia KraskowskiAntonia 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.
