Winter‘s about to start, but that doesn’t mean spring has to stay five months away. There are ways to bring a little spring into your wardrobe before New Year’s Eve even rolls around. Whether you favor bright prints or colorful patterns, spring dresses are the best way to lift yourself out of the winter doldrums.
A great perk of winter dressing is that voluminous silhouettes and edgy layering are totally acceptable. To put it simply, there’s more room for drama. And tights in every shade of the rainbow along with boots that come to your ankles all the way up past your knees are on the table.
Check out the slideshow above to see the best spring dresses you can wear right now straight through summer. We even included a few seasonal styling tips.
Here Are Some of the Spring Dresses You Can Wear NOW
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Ganni
Seersucker Check Dress, $112 at Ganni
Slip a ribbed black turtleneck underneath and wear over slim pants tucked into matching ankle boots. Once the weather warms up, just cap off the dress with neutral sandals.
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Ulla Johnson
Emmeline Silk-Habotai Shirred Mini Dress, $550 at Net-a-Porter
Start out with a long-sleeve bodysuit and matching tights, we'll leave the color up to you, then throw on this vibrant minidress on top. You can rock the same strappy black pumps in both winter and spring.
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& Other Stories
Waist Knot Midi Dress in Blue Dots, $119 at & Other Stories
Add a cashmere sweater and faux croc boots for a cool winter look. Once spring arrives, wear solo with flats all season long.
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Zara
Printed Asymmetric Dress, $29.99 at Zara
All you need to add is a ribbed polo sweater and thigh-high boots to sport this floral number into the new year. Then just slip on a light cardigan and colorful sandals after the snow melts.
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Universal Standard
Raven V-Neck Dress in Lime, $150 at Universal Standard
Combine with a fluffy white sweater, ivory slacks and booties. Cut to May when you can rock it with just the booties.
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Which We Want
Lidia Tie Dye Slip Dress, $70.40 at Need Supply Co.
Tie-dye had a strong showing in the recent pre-fall collections so this slip dress will still be in fashion most of next year. While winter is here, work in a neutral turtleneck sweater, leggings and ankle boots. For spring, swap out the turtleneck for a long-sleeve tee and the ankle boots for white sneakers.
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Staud
Elio Off-the-Shoulder Cotton-Blend Maxi Dress, $199 at Matches Fashion
You'll be hard to miss this winter decked out in this orange maxi dress styled with a thick black turtleneck and floral boots. Then sport with strappy square-toe sandals in late spring.
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Reformation
Kaila Dress Es in Danube, $98 at Reformation
For now, put on a chunky turtleneck sweater over the dress, then add in black wool tights and suede pumps. Pack away the turtleneck, tights and pumps in favor of animal print mules come spring.
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Madewell
Silk Ruffle-Sleeve Button-Front Dress in Little Lilies, $148 at Madewell
This flirty dress deserves to be worn year-round. Layer a textured sweater underneath and add in opaque tights and Mary Janes now. Swap in black cowboy boots once the weather takes a turn.
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Saloni
Halle Sweetheart Satin Midi Dress, $550 at Bergdorf Goodman
Layer a fine-knit crew-neck sweater under this eye-catching dress. Cap off the winterized look with knee-high boots. In spring, all you need is a pair of neon sandals.
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Faithfull The Brand
Nora Floral Crepe Midi Dress, $189 at Urban Outfitters
Make the dress pop with a soft pink sweater, leggings and a pair of Dr. Martens. Pink pumps are all you need in spring.
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Violeta by Mango
Checked Linen Dress, $59.99 at Mango
Play up the buttons on this linen dress by sporting a wool cardigan underneath. Wool tights in a complementary color and mules work for winter. Then just style with a white tee and stark sandals for spring.
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Topshop
Palermo Prairie Floral Mini Square Neck Dress, $68 at Topshop
Complement the square neck with a black sweater boasting a similar neckline. Black tights and loafers will help you stay warm. Team with flared jeans for spring (and maybe even summer).
