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No matter the occasion or season, there are always plenty of opportunities to wear a dress and, of course, an overwhelming amount of options from which to pick. And since there really is no bad time of year to invest in one, we’ve put together an edit of our favorite dresses you can shop this month. Check back every month for a new selection of styles, handpicked by Vogue.
A new month brings many things, one of them being Vogue’s latest dress edit, which has everything you need to effortlessly streamline your style and start the month off on the right sartorial note. Our favorite new arrivals in the category are all perfect for right now. April’s Dress Edit has easy silhouettes in lovely floral prints from Erdem to H&M, warm weather-ready minimalist styles from Solid & Striped to Asceno, and classic spring day dresses you can wear on repeat from Dôen, Ulla Johnson, Reformation, and more. There are both long and short-sleeve styles for effortlessly mastering those transitional days, and playful asymmetric hemlines for those looking for something more fashion-forward. There are also plenty of looks that speak to the spring 2024 trends, a few straight from the runways themselves, like those from Dries Van Noten and 3.1 Phillip Lim. Shop all of the best dresses April has to offer, below.
The Feminine Flair
Puffed sleeves, a scalloped collar, and delicate broderie anglaise detailing bring a touch of playfulness to this otherwise simple white poplin shirtdress.
Ulla Johnson
Adette tie-detailed midi shirt dress
The Checkmate
Dries Van Noten’s embellished midi is the ultimate way to add understated sparkle to your spring look this season, whether it’s for wedding season or your weekend wardrobe.
Dries Van Noten
Debbie checked midi dress
The Halterneck Midi
H&M’s monochrome florals delight on this ankle-length halter-neck dress that elegantly exposes the upper back. Wear it with a blazer and loafers now, and sandals and a raffia beach bag later.
The Poplin Florals
If spring were a dress, it would be Erdem’s white poplin midi with its striking painterly blooms.
Erdem
floral-print midi shirt dress
The Easy Stripes
Weekend Max Mara’s belted shirtdress makes everyday dressing a breeze, and will be a great addition to your summer wardrobe.
Weekend Max Mara
Edipo striped shirtdress
The Everyday Ivory
You don’t have to be a bride-to-be to wear this lovely minimalist maxi from Solid and Striped.
Solid & Striped x Sofia Richie Grainge
Lucerne maxi dress
The Watercolor Florals
A high neck and long sleeves gives this dress fluid movement with an artful print.
The Newly Minted
Victoria Beckham’s signature gathered midi dress comes in a sweet pale mint for spring—a refreshing and colorful option fit for any occasion this season.
Victoria Beckham
gathered midi dress
The Printed Midi
Hannah Artwear’s floral print climbs all over a pretty periwinkle base, a colorful alternative to the traditional white-backed florals.
Hannah Artwear
Franca midi dress
The Dotted Day Dress
Zimmermann’s polka dot midi is an ode to vintage-inspired style with its nipped-in waist, sailor style collar, and elbow-length sleeves.
Zimmermann
polka dot pleated midi dress
The Hook and Eye
Reformation’s “tagliatelle” dress is aptly named; the lace-trimmed linen was made for a trip to the Italian countryside or coastline– but looks just as good at your local park.
Reformation
Tagliatelle midi-dress
The Stylish Stripes
Among the looks from 3.1 Phillip Lim’s return to the New York fashion week runways for spring 2024 was this colorful layered frock, perfect for the office and beyond.
3.1 Phillip Lim
NY Liberty sleeveless floral maxi dress
The New Slip
Asceno’s pressed pleat maxi is a new way to look at easy slip dressing, including a breezy body held down by slinky spaghetti straps.
The Statement-Maker
JW Anderson puts his own spin on an asymmetric hemline this season with a swinging midi in a barely there stripe.
JW Anderson
pinstripe flared dress
The Puff Sleeved Prairie
For the romantics at heart, Dôen’s rustic floral print midis are the only way to do spring dressing.
Shop our favorite styles from February 2024.
The Spring Romance
With a soft floral print, puffed sleeves, and swinging skirt, Dôen’s midi is a lovely option for spring days ahead.
Dôen
Ischia floral-print midi dress
The Dusty Pink
This shade resembles that of a preppy poplin shirt, but the hue is back in a big way thanks to brands such as The Row. Wear it effortlessly via a band collar shirtdress from Cos.
Cos
oversized grandad-collar shirtdress
The Spring Fling
Celebrate spring with a hint of sparkle and shine in Zara’s swinging midi.
The Cool Cotton
Sleeveless season is almost here and Toteme’s cotton T-shirt dress is as easy as they come.
The Power Shirtdress
With contrast stitching and monochrome paneled skirting, Ferragamo’s pointed collar shirtdress is your stylish update to everyday power dressing.
The One-and-Done Combo
For those days you just can’t figure out what to wear, let Sacai’s T-shirt and pleated skirt combination dress make putting something together all the easier.
The Spring Occasion Dress
In need of something to wear to your next affair? Consider & Other Stories’ fuss-free pastel option for spring weddings and beyond.
& Other Stories
midi dress
The Handkerchief Dress
In soft silk crepe, Joseph’s asymmetric, patchwork dress delivers a flowing silhouette that embodies easy spring dressing.
The Updated Wrap
Bring an understated elegance to your LBD collection with Proenza Schouler White Label’s sophisticated wrap dress.
Proenza Schouler White Label
Ivy sleeveless midi wrap dress
The Dress Shirt
Like you’re favorite striped button down, let Rosetta Getty’s poplin maxi be your go-to this season in a signature blue and white shirt stripe.
Rosetta Getty
striped peplum camisole maxi dress
The Feminine LWD
With a corseted bodice, sweetheart neckline, and drop waist silhouette, Nicholas the Label’s Makenna dress has all the right makings for a great white dress.
Nicholas The Label
Makenna corset midi-dress
The Fresh Lace
Seen on models during Ulla Johnson’s spring 2024 runway show in Brooklyn, New York, comes this refreshing take on the antique lace slip.
Ulla Johnson
Kaia silk midi dress
The Fresh Prints
We bet you don’t have something like this in your dress rotation. Leave it to Dries Van Noten for giving us another reason to opt for a fun print.
Dries Van Noten
printed crêpe midi dress
The New Tank Dress
Sometimes it’s just as simple as a sleeveless black dress. This one boasts a modest V-shaped neckline and floaty midi length—ideal for everyday.
Toteme
V-neck slubbed poplin dress
The Effortless Jersey
One trend we’re seeing a lot of this season is draping, and Lemaire’s butter yellow tank dress is the minimalist way into the trend.
Lemaire
twisted cotton-jersey midi dress
The Perfect White Midi
Spaghetti straps, anyone? Anine Bing’s Avarie flouncy midi is exactly what you need for those warm days ahead.
The Artsy Maxi
Sofia Richie Grainge put her stamp of approval on this two-toned maxi.
Solid & Striped
Soglio dress
The Shirtdress With a Twist
Classic menswear on the top with a feminine skirt on the bottom, J. Crew’s Elena shirtdress is the best of both sartorial worlds.
The Foulard Maxi
Cos’ printed maxi comes complete with a necktie scarf, did someone say chic?
Cos
scarf-detail maxi dress
The Subtle Florals
For those who want to give a nod to spring without going all in, turn to 3.1 Phillip Lim’s paneled gown with discreet floral appliques.
3.1 Phillip Lim
floral bouquet sleeveless gown
The Springy Knit
Speckled throughout like confetti, Ulla Johnson introduces pretty pastels in a refreshing way for spring.
Ulla Johnson
Dune floral pastel knit dress
The Vacation-Ready Stripes
A dress you can wear both to work and on holiday, when it comes to a hard working item in your wardrobe, there’s not much more to it!
Joseph
Dalou belted striped maxi dress
The Sweetheart Silk
For those lovely spring occasions on the calendar, Zimmermann’s peach-tint midi is a flattering silhouette.
Zimmermann
Natura linen and silk midi dress
The Prairie Day Dress
Leave it to Dôen to deliver an easy cotton dress in a charming print you won’t grow tired of.
The Transitional Silhouette
Still too chilly for bare arms? Ease into the spring season with Cara Cara’s long sleeve maxi, complete with a quintessential garden floral print.
Cara Cara
Ava floral maxi dress
The Elevated Leather
Let this black and white leather dress be a seriously stylish staple in your spring wardrobe.
The Left on Red
Yes, we’re still into wearing red for spring. In fact, a handful of runways debuted the shade in dress form, from Proenza Schouler to Valentino.
St. Agni
turtleneck maxi dress
Shop our favorite styles from February 2024.
The Collared Maxi
An easy option for everyday wear, try Tove’s white gathered jersey polo dress. It’s perfect with boots now and sandals later.
Tove
Iana gathered maxi dress
The Cool Color Blocking
Maximillian Davis’ spring 2024 collection for Ferragamo featured this ultra-cool layered T-shirt dress in a standout color combo—white, green, and black.
Ferragamo
colorblock layered midi dress
The Swinging Maxi
For spring days ahead or warm weather retreats, Another Tomorrow’s vermilion-hued empire waist dress is a floaty, effortless option to thrown on and go.
Another Tomorrow
gathered maxi dress
The Satin Maxi
For spring weddings or nights out, Christopher Esber’s long-sleeve maxi features small cutouts that provide just the right amount of reveal.
Christopher Esber
Triquetra cutout maxi dress
The Updated Slip
Rohe’s white slip dress does lace differently. Instead of the usual trimming, this style places delicate lace intentionally and asymmetrically for a stylish take on the slinky silhouette.
Róhe
lace camisole midi-dress
The Tiered to Perfection
Leave it to Hill House Home to offer yet another breezy sundress in a fresh new print.
Hill House Home
Elsie nap dress
The New Knit Dress
Shown on the spring 2024 runways in a bold red, Proenza Schouler’s Lara boucle midi offers two chic ways to wear it—with or without sleeves.
Proenza Schouler
Lara knit dress
The Embroidered Floral
A rose is a rose is a rose… Magda Butrym’s tank dress puts a sweet spin on the label’s signature 3D floral.
Magda Butrym
embroidered midi dress
The Expressive Minimalist
A.W.A.K.E Mode’s two-tone pleated maxi is effortlessly cool. With its draped neckline and bicolor pleating, slip this dress on for a one-and-done outfit.
A.W.A.K.E. Mode
pleated maxi dress
The New Day Dress
All-over pleats lend an easy elegance to this long-sleeve teal midi. Finish off with silver-tone jewelry for a sharp, minimalist look.
Another Tomorrow
long sleeve rib flare dress
The Graphic Maxi
A Jackson Pollock-esque print gives edge to this otherwise simple silhouette from Raey. Tall leather boots and gold earrings complete the ensemble.
Raey
long sleeve printed maxi dress
The Surrealist Pleats
Another day, another fabulous Joseph dress—this one with a trompe l’oeil pleated skirt that the high-powered art gallery director will surely appreciate.
The Seasonal Blues
Róhe’s clean-cut satin maxi, with its delicate, cascading straps, is what spring dressing dreams are made of.
The Micro-Dotted Mini
Tulle, ruching, and tiny polka dots? The perfect minidress truly does exist—just add knee-high boots or tights and heeled sandals.
Saint Laurent
ruched polka-dot tulle mini dress
The Unexpected Occasion Dress
Gauzy and ethereal, Beare Park’s asymmetric maxi brings casual romance to evening attire. Pair with soft, suede flats for a lady-of-the-manor vibe while you tune into the season premiere of Feud.
Beare Park
one-shoulder tie-detailed maxi dress
The Bow-Adorned Belt
It’s Monday morning and you have nothing to wear to your 9 AM meeting. Oh, wait—now you do!
Ulla Johnson
Asilia belted midi dress
The Structured Shirtdress
Fitted at the waist for structure, Staud’s take on the shirtdress is as polished as it nonchalant—a choice work-to-weekend pick.
Staud
Lorenza midi shirt dress
The Editor’s Pick
From the pastiche-like animal print to the red and white contrasting trims, this silk Victoria Beckham maxi is high up on Vogue’s global head of fashion network, Virginia Smith’s fashion month wish list.
Victoria Beckham
asymmetric animal-print maxi dress
The Be My Valentine
Date night on the books? This is certainly one way to say “I love you.”
Staud
Ellison sleeveless midi-dress
The Date Night Dress
After-hours details, like airy mesh draping, make this slinky black dress stand out.
The Garment
Catania silk maxi dress
The Velvet Rose
Are you thinking florals for spring? Because we definitely are.
The Chocolatey Brown Slip
Blame it on Willy Wonka (or Valentine’s Day!), but there’s no escaping the chocolate brown trend. Try it for yourself with this simple slip from Zara, which works well under a blazer or oversized mohair knit.
The Dark Wash Denim Midi
Calling all denim lovers: J.Crew’s tie-waist midi feels like the old-school shirtdress you wish your mom kept—equal parts vintage nostalgia and contemporary utility.
J.Crew
short-sleeve tie-waist denim dress
Shop our favorite styles from January 2024.
The Geometric Gem
Taking a step in a different direction from their signature colorful sun-ready dresses, Tove’s latest frock from the label’s Resort 2024 collection leaves us with a modern monochrome print perfect for right now and transitional wardrobing.
Tove
June asymmetric printed maxi dress
The New Day Dress
Here, Altuzarra’s 2024 version of the dip-dyed dress is a welcomed update to the classic shirt dress silhouette. Just add leather knee-high boots.
Altuzarra
Claudia tie-dyed maxi shirt dress
The Square Neck Midi
It’s no wonder Ganni’s assortment of easy, breezy midi’s are the kind of silhouettes we return to for day dressing; this one has a lovely square neckline.
The Tiered Shirt Dress
While often associated with the warmer months, we’d argue the white poplin dress is just as much an all-year-round wardrobe staple. Layer a long sleeve beneath or blazer over the top now, and wear as is later; just swap for seasonally appropriate footwear.
The Something Blue
A soft draped jersey midi in a refreshing seasonal blue shade spotted all over the Spring 2024 runways—sorry LBDs!
Victoria Beckham
asymmetric midi dress
The Cool Occasion Dress
Calling party hosters, brides-to-be, or dinner partygoers! Simkhai’s sweeping pleated maxi is a lovely choice for winter or spring soirees, with an understated elegance provided by its drop waist long-sleeve silhouette.
The ’90s Power Midi
Another Tomorrow’s sleeveless turtleneck midi mixes professionalism and power dressing in one–corporate to cocktails anyone?
Another Tomorrow
high-neck flared dress
The Modern Minimalist
Subtle details like contrast stitching and wide cuffs take H&M’s shirt dress from good to great.
The All-Over Stripe
Your favorite striped turtleneck, now in dress form.
Zara
striped knit midi dress
The Surprise Reveal
If you thought shirt dresses were too serious, allow this graphic number from Bite Studios to convince you otherwise. The point collar, slit cuffs, and keyhole cutout take it to a whole other level.
Bite Studios
colorblock collared gown
The Day Dress
Contrast trim adds visual intrigue to this classic silhouette—a perfect pre-spring dress if we ever did see one.
The Color Field Masterpiece
You might not own the Rothko painting (yet!), but you can own this color-blocked dress. A long pendant and dramatic earrings complete the look.
Tory Burch
colorblock dress
The Double-Wrap
Is it a coat? A dress? A poncho? It’s all of the above and we absolutely love it.
Ferragamo
midi wrap coat dress
The Modern Zebra Print
With plenty of winter-to-spring styling potential, consider this flowy dress from Proenza Schouler an excellent addition to a minimalist wardrobe.
Proenza Schouler
Carol dress
The Cool Crinkle
Popcorn-like fabrics that stretch and conform to the body are the perfect base for letting other statement pieces—be it a cropped jacket, bold jewelry, or embellished flats—shine.
The Garment
Veletta maxi dress
The Accordion Pleat
Box pleating, reminiscent of vintage Alaïa, gives this cashmere dress plenty of movement without compromising on arguably the most important thing: warmth.
Lisa Yang
Finley ribbed midi dress
The Painterly Blooms
Whether you save it for spring or have a warm-weather getaway planned, you’ll love having this artful floral dress on hand for the occasion.
3.1 Phillip Lim
Floating Iris A-line dress
The Subtle Texture
Mixing femininity with edge, Sea’s wrap dress gets a contemporary finish with croc-embossed faux leather. The adjustable waist tie (and roomy pockets for snacks!) is just a bonus.
Sea
Vilma belted midi dress
The Crushed Velvet
Winter velvet, but with an eye for spring. You’ll love the pop of color this Jil Sander dress brings to your vitamin D-deficient wardrobe.
Jil Sander
crushed velvet long-sleeve maxi dress
The Under-$300 Favorite
Yet again, Staud delivers with a versatile ribbed-knit dress that can be dressed up or down. Our first outfit idea? Black boots and swaddling faux fur coat.
Staud
Ramona ribbed midi dress
The Playful Print
Only one move is required for a checkmate—and that’s buying the dress.
The Two-in-One
Straight off the runway, there’s much to love about this dress, from the long slit sleeves to fitted waist and big chunky collar, which can convert into a snood—no doubling up on winter layers needed!
A.W.A.K.E. Mode
sweaterdress
The Actually Warm Mini
Cute but still work-appropriate, Reformation’s collared mini would look great with semi-sheer tights and knee-high boots—in leather or suede, there’s no going wrong!
Reformation
Walsh collared mini dress