With the weather warming up, it’s time to start thinking about all of the gorgeous party dresses you’ll need for spring racing, BBQs and balmy summer soirées.
To save you time, we’ve rounded up our favourite new-season dresses, ticking off all of spring’s hottest trends, as well as catering to every body shape.
So now all you need to focus on is having fun – with a glass of sparkling in hand – when the party rolls around!
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An LBD always makes you feel fantastic. This twist-front style is bang on trend and it will also slim your waist and torso – bonus! Pair with metallic accessories for a new-season spin on a classic outfit. Dress, $89.98, Seed
Shoulders are fashion’s favourite erogenous zone this season. The bright colour, cold shoulder detailing and floaty shape of this striking red number makes it seriously sultry and also super flattering on any size and any shape. Wear with confidence and a killer smile. Maxi dress, $97, ASOS
If you’re self-conscious about your arms, but love your legs, opt for a ¾ sleeve dress. This dusty pink style is our pick. The soft pastel hue looks gorgeous on all skin tones and the loosely draped and darted fabric also helps to whittle waists and skim over stomachs. Sleeved dress, $89.95, Sportsgirl
Spring can be a nightmare for anyone who doesn’t rate their legs. But that’s where this season’s stylish maxi dresses come in. This gorgeous lace style could easily pass for designer even though it’s actually $100! Lace dress, $99.99, H&M
Nautical is a huge trend this season, but you don’t have to stick to navy and white. This cream and rusty rose striped dress is perfect for spring. And forget everything you’ve heard about horizontal stripes being unflattering – we can guarantee that this knee-length tailored dress will give you a gorgeous hourglass shape! Stripe dress, $104, ASOS
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A wrap dress is perennially flattering (hello, tiny waist!). Give yours a new-season spin with the introduction of pleats and a metallic finish. You’ll feel like a million dollars in this one. Metallic dress, $117, Next
Stand-out sleeves are another of fashion’s favourite looks this season. A flared sleeve not only looks great but it will distract any attention away from any perceived problem areas. This retro dress can also be dressed up or down making a versatile wardrobe essential. Dotted dress, $89.40, Myer
Designers are still having fun with prints this spring, so follow their lead with this quirky chilli motif shift dress. It’s a statement dress that will come with a heap of compliments and the shift style makes it a particularly flattering fit on all shapes and bust sizes. Printed dress, $129.95, French Connection
This pretty prairie-style dress is ultra-feminine and flattering making it a perfect spring addition for your wardrobe. The flowing fabric and pleated panel detailing across the chest are particularly flattering on those with a small bust. Who needs boobs when you have bows! Pleated panel dress, $69.95, [MNG]ttp://shop.mango.com/AU/p0/woman/clothing/dresses/short/pleated-panel-dress?id=73025590_80&n=1&s=prendas.vestidosprendas/|target=”_blank”|rel=”nofollow”)
Off-the-shoulder dresses are still a go-to this spring. We love this lemon number for pretty and practical reasons: the cotton-linen blend, spaghetti straps, blouson sleeves and tie waist all help to make it a comfortable, figure-flattering and show-stopping party dress. Wear with sandals or wedges and a bold lip. Off shoulder dress, $199, Country Road
