Shopping can be frustrating, especially when you try on something that looks great on your favorite influencer but just doesn’t work for you. (We have an article about influencers with different body types to help with that problem.) But once you know what silhouette compliments your frame, shopping becomes a lot easier and more enjoyable.

You can certainly wear any dress that you want no matter what your body type is, but there are some styles of dresses that are sure to make you feel your personal best. Here are six pretty, flattering spring dresses for each body type – pear, petite, hourglass, rectangular, and plus-size.

Pear Shape

For you ladies with a pear shape, we have a lot of A-line midi and maxi dresses. The fitted top paired with the flair will enhance your feminine shape and compliment your proportions. 

1. Lulus Floral Dressed Up Dusty Blue Floral Print Midi Dress

How darling is this soft blue, floral print? You’re sure to feel amazing in this flowy midi. 

Buy Now - $69

2. Tammy Midi T-Shirt Dress in Spring Ditsy Floral

Who doesn’t love a comfy t-shift dress? We love the way that this one flares out a bit for our pear-shaped gals. 

Buy Now - $98

3. Quince 100% European Linen Button Front Dress in White

A linen dress is a spring classic every girl should have in her closet, and this one would look great in any casual setting.  

Buy Now - $44.90

4. Billabong Sunrise Maxi Dress in White/Multi

This tropical-inspired maxi is sure to make you feel stunning. We recommend some beachy waves whenever you slip into this one.

Buy Now - $79.95

5. Gap Smocked Floral Midi Dress in Multi Floral

Whether you wear it on its own, under a denim jacket or cardigan, or layered over a t-shirt, this dress is super versatile and cute for Spring. 

Buy Now - $98

6. Love, Bonito Roselle Low Back Paneled Maxi Dress in Orange

If you have a warm skin tone, this vibrant dress is a must. It will make you glow! We bet it just might be your new favorite dress.

Buy Now - $55.90

Petite

The petite body type is all about dresses that hit above the knee. Dresses that land below the knee can make you look shorter than you are. A nude sandal or heel is another trick for elongating your legs with any outfit (dress or not). 

1. Roxy Shimmy Over Print Dress

This dress is the perfect length for pairing with flats or heels while remaining flattering for a petite body type. And besides, the tropical print is darling. 

Buy Now - $55

2. Love, Bonito Olivie Tiered Gingham Dress

Who doesn’t love gingham? We sure do! Wear this one over a t-shirt, under a denim jacket, or on its own. You choose. 

Buy Now - $46.90

3. Love, Bonito Kassidy Swing Dress in Willowy Florals

The print on this swing dress is absolutely beautiful. We think it might be our favorite out of the options for petite gals, but honestly, we just want them all.

Buy Now - $44.90

4. Altar’d State Marguerite Daisy Dress

This daisy print is so charming and will look amazing on a petite body type. Whether you dress it down with sneakers, go a little country with cowgirl boots for a concert, or dress it up with wedges or espadrilles, this is a dress you'll find yourself grabbing again and again. 

Buy Now - $89.95

5. Downeast May Dress in Blanc De Blanc

We gotta say, we just love a little eyelet detail. This super sweet white dress is perfect for all the spring days ahead. 

Buy Now - $72

6. Lulus Flirtatious Fit White Floral Print Puff Sleeve Mini Dress

Florals for spring? Groundbreaking. It's no surprise that we can’t get enough floral print, and this understated option is gorgeous. 

Buy Now - $64

Hourglass

The hourglass body type will really look good in just about everything since the proportions are ideal (according to science), but dresses with a waist emphasis will help you to accentuate those curves you have in all the right places. 

1. Downeast Everyday Dress in Ash Rose

The waist detail on this dress will be flattering on an hourglass shape, while also being a super comfy piece for running around town in day-to-day.

Buy Now - $42

2. J.Crew Broken-In Jersey Tiered Maxi Dress

We’re in love with the shape of this beautiful dress. It already has a removable belt, but you could swap it out for a contrasting leather belt to draw even more attention to your waist. 

Buy Now - $79.50

3. Lulus Dance Into Your Heart White Scoop Neck Sleeveless Midi Dress

The waist detail on this dress is unique and super slimming. Plus the full skirt will look beautiful when you walk. What more can you ask for?

Buy Now - $59

4. Draper James White RSVP Smocked Long Sleeve Midi Dress in Lemon Floral

Yellow is a fun color to wear come springtime, and the smocking on this one from Draper James is perfect for highlighting your silhouette. 

Buy Now - $73.50

5. Lulus Hello Sweetheart White Puff Sleeve Tiered Midi Dress

Isn’t the bow detail on this dress just lovely? We don’t know about you, but we’re adding this one to our carts immediately. 

Buy Now - $79

6. Lulus Adore the Attention Lavender Floral Print Ruched Bodycon Dress

Bodycon dresses can also look amazing on hourglass body types, and we happen to be obsessed with the print on this one. 

Buy Now - $58

Rectangular

If you’re someone who’s insecure about not having a voluptuous shape, tiered dresses and A-line silhouettes can help you to create an illusion of some of those curves. Or go ahead and embrace that statuesque supermodel figure and go for a shift dress instead. 

1. J.Crew Factory Flutter Sleeve Ruffle-Tiered Midi Dress in White Pink

This dress has an A-line silhouette with ruffles and tiers that are going to help highlight your curves. And if that weren’t enough, we’re head over heels for the feminine floral print. 

Buy Now - $59.50

2. BeachLunchLounge Chambray Shift Dress

We’re suckers for chambray here at Evie, and this shift dress is a great way to embrace your figure as it is. 

Buy Now - $69

3. J.Crew Factory Striped Knit Tie Waist Midi Dress in White Orange Pink

The peplum style at the hem of this dress is perfect for creating the illusion of some curves. Perfect for warmer weather and wearing just about anywhere – we won’t blame you for never wanting to take it off.

Buy Now - $29.50

4. Rip Curl Tiered Hem Dress

The tiers on this dress are flattering for a rectangular body shape and the boho feel is perfect for heading to the beach, pool, or lake. 

Buy Now $49.95

5. Halogen Lace Shift Dress in Purple Bloom

We’re in love with the gorgeous lace and purple color of this dress. Plus the shift shape makes it ideal for anyone with a rectangular body type.

Buy Now - $99

6. Caslon Knit Shift Dress in Green Ivory Constanza Stripe

Slip into this shift dress for effortless day-to-day wear. Forget a t-shirt and jeans, this will become your new go-to.

Buy Now - $59

Plus Size

Wrap dresses are super flattering for our plus-size ladies. These dresses were intended to be worn by curvy women and are some of our personal favorites in stores right now. 

1. City Chic Floral Faux Wrap Dress in Kiku Floral

Whether you have church or a brunch to go to, this springy dress is great for getting a little dressed up this season. 

Buy Now - $98

2. Ave Studio Darna Wrap Dress in Black Floral

We love florals, and this time of year who’s going to stop you from wearing them? Certainly not us.

Buy Now - $31.60

3. Standards and Practices Midi Wrap Dress in Indigo

Pair this dress with some nude open-toe heels or sandals, and you’re golden. The perfect spring dress doesn’t exi— … Nevermind.

Buy Now - $98

4. Kiyonna Melody Floral Wrap Dress in Taupe Floral Print

We’re in love with the tropical-inspired print on this one. Match the beige background with some beige heels, and you’ll elongate your leg and be color coordinating all at once. 

Buy Now - $78

5. River Island Green Floral Shift Midi Dress 

This dress isn’t a wrap dress, but we still think this longer shift dress would look amazing on our plus-sized gals and is great for a more relaxed look. 

Buy Now - $86

6. Jessica Howard Scrunch-Sleeve Midi Dress in Navy Multi

Not only is this silhouette extremely flattering, but the print is amazing and will work from spring into summer, fall, and with some tights and boots, even winter. 

Buy Now - $99

Closing Thoughts

Dressing for your body type can sometimes feel overwhelming, but to ease some of that stress, we did the spring dress shopping for you. Knowing how to dress for your shape is empowering, but just wait until you try on one of these gorgeous options!

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