Daytime dresses have made a definite comeback. After wearing nothing but leggings or sweats for a year, no wonder. But dresses do have something in common with your leggings; they are very comfortable. You can slip one on, add a pair of sandals and be out the door in minutes. Dresses are also versatile. Whether you are headed to the office or meeting a friend for coffee, a dress can transition right into a dinner date.
What we love about this spring/summer collection is the longer, flowy look in every color and print. Yes, form-fitting, slender dresses are still in vogue, if that is your go-to look, but do consider trying on a new style as you step out for the first time in well over a year. The longer lengths also mean that you can get by with less attention paid to your legs. Slap on a little self-tanner, and you are out the door!
If you’re looking for a fresh new look this spring, check out some of our favorite daytime dresses.
Shirt Dresses
While the shirt dress may have been inspired by menswear, there’s nothing masculine about these sexy dresses that show off your waist and camouflage your hips. Prints, checks, and denim are all great choices for a pretty little shirt dress.
![Boden Nicola Midi Shirt Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Boden-Nicola-Midi-Shirt-Dress.jpg?resize=253%2C361&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Anthropologie Finley Gingham Shirtdress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Anthropologie-Finley-Gingham-Shirtdress.jpg?resize=277%2C433&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Denim Belted Midi Shirt Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Denim-Belted-Midi-Shirt-Dress.jpg?resize=232%2C300&quality=89&ssl=1)
Solid Colors
A solid-colored dress is a great option because it provides a great background for interesting jewelry, a printed wrap, or patterned shoe. You can take one dress and create several looks by changing up your accessories.
![Maeve Alessandra Cross-Back Midi Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Anthropologie-Maeve-Alessandra-Cross-Back-Midi-Dress.jpg?resize=273%2C343&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Anthropologie V-Neck Wrap Midi Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Anthropologie-V-Neck-Wrap-Midi-Dress.jpg?resize=270%2C340&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Linen V-Neck Knee Length Shift Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Linen-V-Neck-Knee-Length-Shift-Dress.jpg?resize=242%2C363&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Best Tee Ever T-Shirt Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Best-Tee-Ever-T-Shirt-Dress.jpg?resize=248%2C335&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Side Ruched Body-Con Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Side-Ruched-Body-Con-Dress.jpg?resize=257%2C300&quality=89&ssl=1)
Bold Print Dresses
If you’re looking to make a statement, consider a dress in a bold print. After a year of dull, boring clothing, a dress in a big bold print may be just what your psyche ordered.
![Boden Francesca Jersey Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Boden-Francesca-Jersey-Dress.jpg?resize=300%2C279&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Polka Dot Collared Midi Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Polka-Dot-Collared-Midi-Dress.jpg?resize=224%2C402&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Anthrpologie Misty Maxi Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Anthrpologie-Misty-Maxi-Dress.jpg?resize=209%2C348&quality=89&ssl=1)
Floral Dresses
Floral is the biggest look of the year in dresses. Every big-name designer has several floral dresses they are featuring for spring/summer. The three dresses below are our favorites at any price point.
![Boden Aubrey Cotton Midi Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Boden-Aubrey-Cotton-Midi-Dress.jpg?resize=270%2C300&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Anne Klein Floral Stretch Cotton Midi Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Anne-Klein-Floral-Stretch-Cotton-Midi-Dress.jpg?resize=267%2C405&quality=89&ssl=1)
![Floral V-Neck Short Sleeve Midi Tea Dress](https://i0.wp.com/primewomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Floral-V-Neck-Short-Sleeve-Midi-Tea-Dress.jpg?resize=248%2C367&quality=89&ssl=1)
Put away the leggings and sweats and find new freedom in a beautiful daytime dress!
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