“We’re seeing a resurgence of romantic dressing this season, with emotion‑evoking ruffled dresses and airy organza fabrics taking center stage,” Rickie De Sole, vice president and fashion director at Nordstrom, explains. These diaphanous layers blend nostalgic charm with a modern sensibility in a palette of dusty pinks and delicate pastels that are “fresh, feminine, and perfect for spring,” as De Sole notes.
Building on that romantic thread, a bohemian undercurrent weaves through the season’s collections. De Sole points to Chloé’s latest offerings—where lace‑trimmed blouses and ruffled minidresses meet soft suede accents—as proof that the French house “is striking a chord with customers through its signature bohemian glamour. We especially love this aesthetic when styled with soft suede accessories for a grounded, effortless vibe.” The final effect is one where you look as if you’ve just stepped off a sun‑soaked terrace.
For those craving a crisp, coastal look, dresses with a seaside sensibility take their cue from classic white linens and nautical stripes—also dubbed the fisherman aesthetic on TikTok and Instagram. “White dresses and breezy seaside stripe prints perfectly capture the lightness and levity of spring,” De Sole observes, adding that pairing these pieces with a boat shoe or a barely there heel offers versatile polish from brunch to boardwalk.
Brands like Dôen—newly available at Nordstrom—distill these themes into airy white frocks that balance nostalgia with modern ease. “[The California‑based brand] embodies this aesthetic with romantic, nostalgic designs, offering airy white dresses that feel timeless yet effortlessly modern,” says De Sole, proving that the season’s most covetable dresses are those that feel both fresh and familiar.
Ready to add one of 2025’s best spring dresses to your wardrobe? Ahead, our edit of 21 must‑have dresses, each one ready to carry you through the season in style.
