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Getting dressed for the cold involves a lot of layering, but in the spring and summer you can often get away with just one key article of clothing: a cute summer or spring dress! And if it's an especially hot day, there's nothing better than one of the best sundresses. These pieces are known for being casual, comfy, and lightweight—the perfect choice for one-and-done dressing. To help you find your perfect sundress, we've rounded up more than a dozen cute options, including maxi, midi, and mini styles. Many of them feature feminine, trendy touches like tiered skirts and flirty bows, not to mention the holy grail of dress details: pockets! You'll also find plenty of of-the-moment smocked dresses to help you strut into spring and summer in style. And when it comes to patterns, whether you like florals, stripes, or solids, this list has got you covered.

Add one or two of these picks to your warm-weather wardrobe and you'll surely be wearing them all spring and summer long. You can even keep rocking them when the weather gets cooler—just add some tights and your favorite jean jacket and you'll be good to go!

Linen-Blend Tie-Back Tiered Maxi Dress

Stand out this spring and summer in a brightly hued floral dress. The pink and orange color combination is so cheerful, but it also comes in a more subdued stripe pattern.

Floral Print Straight Vacation A-line Rayon Midi Dresses

We love every detail about this midi dress, including the pretty floral pattern, smocked tank top, and ruffled tiers at the bottom. It's the perfect vacation dress, too, because it's easily packable!

Boho Spaghetti Strap Square Neck

If you liked the silhouette of the last dress but want something simpler, opt for this striking white one, which also features feminine tie straps. Pair it with your favorite colorful or neutral accessories for the perfect spring or summer look.

Mainstay Cotton Slip Dress

A slip dress will always take you from day to night with ease. This one is made from a lustrous but lived-in plainweave cotton and features the perfect dress trifecta of adjustable straps, a self-tie belt, and yes, even pockets!

Rhode Augustina Midi Dress

Look at this stunner! It's inspired by handmade vintage prints and features lots of lovely details like a braided belt that cinches at the waist and dramatic puffed sleeves.

V-Neck Wrap Floral Midi Skater Sundress

Wrap yourself up in this easy skater dress! It features a bold floral pattern, wrap V-neck top, and two side pockets. If you love the fit, it's also available in 14 other fun patterns and colors.

The Riviera Dress

Say hello to your new go-to dress. It has a knit top and a voluminous woven bottom for a style that's super easygoing and comfortable. You'll wear it to everything, from errands to brunch to dinner.

Square Neck Sundress

Make your day even sunnier with this beautiful yellow dress! The square neck is so flattering and the smocking at the back ensures a comfortable fit.

Floral Halter Sundress

You'll be pretty in pink in this floral sundress. It features a flattering halter neck, ruched waist, and pockets!

Embroidered Cicely Tiered Midi Dress in Plaid

This standout has the cutest plaid design with floral details on the empire top and dotted throughout. The apron style with a bow at the back is so feminine and pretty.

Strapless Tiered Maxi Dress

No tan lines here! Have a stunning strapless moment in this pretty tiered maxi dress. We love the smocked bodice, tiered hem, and subtle ruffle trim at the top.

Floral Tiered Midi Dress

Smock about cute! This smocked waist dress has delicate spaghetti straps, a tie bow at the back, and a tiered bottom. But it's the gorgeous red and white floral print that seals the deal for us.

English Factory Polka Dot Cotton Sundress

Polka dots just scream summer, don't they? This ivory and yellow dress is one you'll reach for again and again this season.

Colorblock Tie-Back Dress

This strappy colorblock dress feels so celebratory! Dress it up with espadrille heels or down with thong sandals or white sneakers.

Blue and White Stripe Sleeveless Cotton Poplin Kenzo Dress

This is a customer favorite and it's easy to see why. A sleeveless silhouette, classic stripe pattern, and loose empire waist all add up to the perfect day dress. We love it paired with a brightly colored shoe, as seen here.

Casual Sleeveless Tie Dye Beach Dress

No warm-weather wardrobe would be complete without a little tie dye. This laid-back sleeveless dress is perfect for the beach or a casual date.

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