New season dresses are an instant feel-good purchase - set yourself up for spring by shopping our stylish edit of the best.
New season dresses are our unsung hero for the 'start of spring' wardrobe. Not just because we've been pining for floral prints and 60s cuts since spying the SS14 trends last year, but because there's nothing like a pretty new frock to get you set for better weather.
From rich and bold colour-blocking to geometric prints that'll play tricks with your eyes, we've searched the online shopping-sphere to bring you the best of 2014's fresh dresses.
Zara and Topshop's latest drops have reminded us exactly why we have an undying love for the high street, alongside luxe labels Carven and Tory Burch which prove why sometimes it's better to spend a little more.
New Season Dresses
Shop the dresses the Marie Claire team will be snapping up this season...
J. Crew Blue Pleated Dress, £200
You can't go wrong in J.Crew and this indigo pleated number is at the top of our wish lists this season.
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French Connection Geo Flash Sequin Dress, £185
Flashes of neon are very French Connection-esque. Wear your cami with sequins and these gorgeous flashes of colour on your new season dress.
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Zara Printed Asymmetric Dress, £39.99
Monochrome hits are a new season must-do. Try this assymetric hem for a raw edge.
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MSGM Jacquard Dress
MSGM have proved the jacquard trend isn't dead yet. We love the teal colourings on this dress.
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H&M Pleated Dress, £39.99
Flashing a little flesh is great for new season dresses. Wear this cut out pleated dress for a sexy approach to summer dressing.
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Carven Lime Geometric Dress, £570
We love the zesty lime print on this Carven dress. We're already dreaming of spritzers on roof terraces. Ah.
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Topshop Snake Panel Dress, £75
Topshop's fashion-forward design looks way pricier than it's high street price. Plus, the neutral colour-palette means it'll go with everything. Win, win.
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Whistles Meghan Brushed Fur Dress, £125
Whistles' prints are huge ones to watch for new season dresses. This soft pink take on leopard print is tres chic.
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J.Crew Collection Neon Canvas Dress, £350
Trust J.Crew for a really eye-catching hit of summer colour. This neon mini dress is a must-have for the new season.
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River Island Grid Print Cami Dress
Still not over the cami trend? This geometric grid print design from high street fashion store River Island is the perfect way to wear it in 2014.
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Dolce & Gabbana Floral Dress, £1,210
Trust Dolce & Gabbana to come up with another floral print we just can't keep our eyes off. It's pretty yet striking. Adore.
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Zara Floral Dress, £29.99
Gorgeous, girlie and the epitome of spring dresses. We love.
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Topshop Floral Skater Dess, £46
The dark poppy floral print on this Topshop dress means it'll work just as well now with tights and ankle boots as it will with tanned pins and sandals in the summer.
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Cedric Charlier Bi-Colour Shift Dress, £344
Colour blocking is a new season style hit you won't want to miss. Clash green with white for a high summer edge.
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Alice + Olivia High-Neck Dress, £240
Alice + Olivia are channelling the 60s with this cute high-neck dress.
Oasis Grid Print Skater Dress, £55
Grid prints aren't going anywhere for SS14. Instead of workwear separates, we'll be bulk buying new season dresses.
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Warehouse Stripe Floral Tunic Dress, £38
Wear your florals with pride this spring with the Warehouse Stripe Floral Tunic Dress. The clashes of colour will be great for accessorising.
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Zara Leopard Print Dress, £35.99
Zara's a fail-safe haunt for easy-to-wear dresses, and this leopard print style is perfect fo days when you have nothing to wear.
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River Island Yellow Lace Dress
There's something about the citrusy lemon shade of this lace number that has us hooked.
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Lover Vee Vee Silk-Chiffon Crepe Dress, £450
Lover's delicate, dusky pink dress is made for a spring wedding guest.
Carven Tweed Sun Dress, £370
Carven's colour-block tweed dress has a super-luxe finish. Plus, we love the burst of lime.
H&M Crepe Dress, £34.99
Crepe dresses are great for layering until the weather comes. We can't wait to wear this one with bare shoulders.
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French Connection Drop Waist Dress, £110
Drop hem dresses are a high-fashion favourite for spring/summer. Wear yours in a gorgeous pastel yellow like this French Connection favourite.
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Cos Silk Dress, £89
Cos' silk dress uses a spring landscape as inspiration. How can you resist it for next season now?
Paul & Joe Jacquard Dress, £295
Paul & Joe's simple t-shirt dress can be reworked and restyled in tens of ways. We love its simplicity and versatility.
Alice + Olivia Flared Kick-Out Dress, £265
Alice + Olivia's split-pleat dress is one way to try a twist on the classic LBD.
Cos High-Neck Dress, £69
The cut of Cos' high-neck dress may remind you of winter but its glorious hue can only mean one thing; spring is on its way.
Class Roberto Cavalli Butterfly Dress, £260
Class Roberto Cavalli are famed for stunning prints, and this dress is no exception.
Zara Ruffled Khaki Dress, £19.99
Zara's khaki green cocktail dress can be dressed down with some classic sandals or teamed with a killer heel - and at under £20 would be a crime to pass by.
H&M Black Maxi Dress, £19.99
H&M's black maxi dress is yet another example of how well the high street store nails its simple staples.