Ahead is Vogue’s edit of the best 42 dresses inspired by the Spring Summer 2025 trends.
The Draped Dress
For those who gravitate toward romantic styles or simply love a figure-hugging silhouette, this is the trend to embrace. Whether for daytime or evening, these dresses will make you feel like a goddess. Draped dresses came in various gorgeous hues, lengths and fabrics this season, Mattieu Blazy at Bottega Veneta, sent a tangerine ankle-length jersey gown down the runway, while Stella McCartney proposed a chiffon periwinkle blue mini version with a cape that billowed with the wind. When styling, let the focus be the dress and do not over accessorize or wear a long strap bag as this can disrupt the dress’s flow. Punctuate the look with a statement earring or a metal cuff or bangle. Pair your dress with open-toe mules or flat sandals for a more summery look.
The Modern Shirtdress
The answer to not knowing what to wear is the modern shirtdress. If you buy just one dress this season, make it this one—its versatility is worth the investment. Proenza Schouler’s version is short with a cape-like back panel that adds the perfect amount of drama, while Phoebe Philo’s is long and oversized. Treat your shirtdress like a blank canvas that can be painted with fun pops of color such as cherry red and Yves Klein blue in jewelry, handbags and shoes. Also note that with a simple change of accessories, pumps to sandals, leather tote to raffia panier, and maybe even a lipstick shade swap, you can be immediately transformed and transported out of office.
Itty-Bitty Minis
Our legs have been layered and protected for months—it is time to set them free! This season’s mini dress trend is coquettish and ladylike, with a hint of babydoll charm. We suggest grounding and balancing the ultra short dress with a minimal flat shoe, such as a sleek ballet flat, sneaker à la Loewe, or a leather oxford. If you do need some height, try a micro-wedge or a kitten heel. A flat or very low heel’s practicality and ease will make your overall look unfussy and chic, while adding a cool factor.
Minimalist Mastercraft
Craft was brought to the forefront for spring summer 2025. Crochet, macramé, handwoven knits, and fringe added a tactile richness to the collections. These intricate dresses are destined to become heirlooms when treated with love and care. Accessorize with sleek gold and silver jewelry to offset the tactility of the dresses. For a modern look, pair yours with a minimal but interesting style shoe, such as Proenza’s perforated leather slingback pumps, and a structured handbag.
Seeing Stripes
Stripes are timeless, yet their significance has evolved throughout history. While they are often associated with nautical or preppy styles today, stripes have also symbolized freedom and creative expression, as seen on icons such as Jean Seberg and Pablo Picasso. Designers may have been drawing inspiration from this rich history, using stripes as a bold statement of individuality. Avoid a nautical look, by wearing anything but a boat shoe, unless you want to fully embrace that aesthetic. This classic print is easy to style, and you can accessorize based on occasion, for example, the Jean Paul Gaultier below can be worn with a high heeled strappy sandal for a party or with a slipper style shoe for at-home entertaining.
Fashion-Forward Florals
A floral dress is practically a quintessential spring staple, and this season, the runway provided them with heaps of bouquets and unexpected silhouettes. Marc Jacobs, Zomer and Prada all offered unique takes on the classic floral frock. Lean into the fashion forward styles from Loewe for a fresh take on the print. To break from tradition, swap the usual mules or sandals for brogues or sneakers for a more unconventional look.
Sheer Delights
The transparency trend, a carryover from previous seasons, continues to be strong. Organzas, chiffons, and tulles can be demure or bold, depending on a designer’s take and the chosen underpinnings. Since her debut, Nensi Dojaka has consistently promoted celebrating the female form with sheer fabrics, and this season, she offered more of her covetable designs. Khaite proposed airy and layered organza dresses and separates, while Simone Rocha’s approach was ladylike and quirky. If you opt for a fully sheer frock, our advice is to pair it with a simple slip or a clean bralette and brief – we leave the brief style to your discretion – preferably in the same color or in the same color story. If you are more daring and playful, you can always opt for a fun contrast color underneath and look beyond the slip and underpinnings to matching leggings and tops the way Prada styled their sheer dress on the runway.