Florals might not be groundbreaking for spring, but they are timeless. Whether it’s a bright white midi dress with soft pastel flowers, or the best summer wedding guest dresses for 2026 with attention-grabbing blooms in pink, green and yellow, there are so many flora patterns to play around with at this time of year.
But what about more neutral hues? After deep, rich winter colour palettes, styling spring’s bold florals can feel daunting, but Reese Witherspoon’s gorgeous floral print dress relies on subtle neutrals to bring the season's most reliable pattern to life.
Styled with a waist-cinching statement belt, she posed for an Instagram snap in the sold-out linen Lily dress from Tuckernuck’s collaboration with Studio McGee. With a soft, off-white hue base, the pattern is a combination of soft beige and brown to give a relaxed and understated feel that will look effortlessly elegant with tan sandals and rattan handbags as we head through the season.
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A relaxed and easy-going shape, this sun dress is made from a mix of cotton and linen. The neutral tones make styling it a breeze. Try adding a white denim jacket for cooler evenings.
Shirt dresses are one of the most versatile styles to add to spring capsule wardrobes, with designs like this leaf-print one easy to dress down with sandals or trainers, or add a glam finish with heels and a smart blazer.
Subtle, muted tones of brown, yellow and sage bring a beautifully soft finish to this maxi dress. Its halter neckline offers a flattering and ultra-feminine style.
For those wanting something really pared-back, this Whistles mini dress is worth checking out. With a summer-ready palm leaf print, this linen dress is all about minimalism.
Like Reese's dress, this one from Monsoon has an illustrative floral print made up of dark brown and light neutral shades. Its sleeveless silhouette and floaty fit makes it an easy-going style, with its linen fabric making it light and airy.
A flattering V-neckline and puffed sleeves create a soft and spring-ready silhouette that makes this dress ideal for pairing with flip flops, espadrilles over the spring and summer seasons.
When it comes to building a spring capsule wardrobe, there’s always going to be a place for one or two floral dresses. Whether you like a mini, midi or maxi length, a dress allows you to pull together an entire outfit in one easy step, especially when they’ve got a floral print, meaning you can keep your accessories to a minimum.
Reese’s dress offers just this, and does so without overwhelming with colour. Of course, there are plenty of statement hues to try out this season, but a neutral palette is great for a pared-back look. These muted colours make styling so easy, with other neutral staples like your best white trainers, any white or cream knitwear, as well as tan and brown pieces.
When it came to styling, Reese’s main accessory was her belt. Cinching in the waist of her dress was a brown, snakeskin-embossed belt with a statement buckle that highlighted the neutral tones in the dress’s pattern while also working to break up the block print. A belt is ideal for breaking up a busy print, especially on maxi silhouettes, as well as highlighting a waistline.
