And Now, the 7 Most Popular Dress Trends That Will Dominate This Spring

What dress styles will dominate for spring/summer? From open backs to sheer dresses, take a look at the most popular dress trends of spring 2021.

While I may still be bundled up in a deluge of layers getting through the chilly winter, there’s no doubt my mind is already thinking ahead to the hopeful spring and summer months ahead—along with all the chic trends the new season has to offer. Today we’re honing in on all the coolest dress styles we have to look forward to once the temps start to rise. While the past year hasn’t exactly granted us many occasions to throw on a frock, this year there’s nothing as thrilling on the sartorial front than the thought of slipping on a dress—whether it’s a basic or something more striking—to get us looking forward to the brighter days ahead.

So with that in mind, I turned to the S/S 21 collections to analyze what styles will dominate this spring and summer. From open backs to floral prints, take a peek below at the silhouettes that we can expect to see on fashion girls everywhere.

Skin is in for spring 2021—as revealed in a myriad of styles and silhouettes in the spring collections including sheer fabrics, side cut-outs (more on that below), and striking backless dresses—perfect for the warmer months ahead.

Shop the trend:

Intimately Ibiza Sun Dress Midi ($90)

The Line by K September Dress in Dusty Blue ($235)

The Reformation MacI Dress Es ($148)

Our basics get an elevated update this spring. We saw plenty of sleek, basic maxi dresses reign supreme in the S/S 21 collections—a chic no-think option that's easy to slip on with sneakers and sandals alike.

Shop the trend:

Ninety Percent Rib Maxi Dress ($115)

Eloquii Maxi Tee Dress With Side Slits ($100)

Toteme Espera Tank Dress ( $320) $208

Ok, so florals for spring may not exactly be groundbreaking, but this year sees fresh and fun iterations of the print—with "tacky florals" in bold motifs and vibrant hues set to dominate.

Shop the trend:

Free People Printed Warm Glow Mini Dress ($128)

Zimmermann Poppy Plunge Midi Dress ($695)

The Reformation Doutzen Dress Es ($218)

Dare to bare? Dresses with side cutouts were spotted all over the spring collections—getting us excited for a fresh silhouette to sport this summer.

Shop the trend:

Lioness Straight Shooter Mini Dress ($79)

Reformation Belmond Cutout Ribbed Cotton-Blend Dress ($148)

Cult Gaia Serita Cotton-Blend Ribbed-Knit Cutout Dress ($460)

Nothing says summer quite like a pretty little white eyelet dress. Spotted everywhere from Chanel to Jacquemus, the sweet frock will be your go-to once the temps start to rise.

Shop the trend:

ASOS Broderie Tea Maxi Dress With Puff Sleeves ( $60) $26

Playa Lucila Ruffle Eyelet Dress ($132)

Anthropologie Ophelia Eyelet Mini Dress ($158)

From balloon skirts to puff sleeves—voluminous silhouettes added some welcome playful drama to the spring looks. The perfect antidote to our everyday sweats.

Shop the trend:

Cecilie Bahnsen Anna Textured Organza Wrap Dress ($1115)

H&M Short Velvet Dress ($129)

& Other Stories Puff Sleeve Wrap Mini Dress ($129)

Sheer fabrics will feel refreshing and exciting to slip on this spring—a welcome contrast to our dressing habits this past year. Seen in all colors and lengths, expect to see the transparent fabric on all your favorite fashion girls.

Shop the trend:

Lovers + Friends Havana Maxi Dress in Black ( $218) $175

Self Portrait Dot Mesh Trim Midi Dress ($505)

Eloquii Sheer Dot Maxi Dress ($119.95)

Up next, these will be the most popular skirt trends of 2021.

This story originally appeared on: WhoWhatWear - Author:Judith Jones