The Prettiest Printed Dresses and the Best Shoes to Pair Them With

Nothing puts me in a joyful mood quite like a feel-good printed dress. It livens up my look in an instant and requires minimal accessories and thought. Moreover, they’re ideal for when you want to look like you made an effort (with zero effort actually required). 

Whether you opt for statement florals, trending checkerboard prints or runway-approved rainbow stripes, this season there are plenty of pretty patterns to get your hands on for the warm weather ahead. Today, I wanted to share some of my absolute favorite printed frocks on the market right now that I can’t stop thinking about along with the best shoes to wear with each one. How’s that for a no-brainer outfit?

There’s a little something for every taste and budget, so whether you’re headed to the beach or brunch, keep scrolling for some winning dress-and-shoe outfit combos that I guarantee will garner all the compliments.

A fashion-girl favorite, we love the retro ’70s print on this one. All you need is a pair of neutral espadrilles to complete your look.

We can always trust Rixo for the prettiest feel-good prints. For a casual look style this stunner with a pair of easy slides.

Spring is here which means it’s time to sport a carefree gingham dress. Add an edge to the feminine frock with a pair of chunky sporty sandals.

We can see ourselves wearing this pretty ditsy floral print for every upcoming spring and summer occasion. It will look so charming with a pair of leather braided sandals.

Checkerboard prints are trending hard this season. Pair this super-cool slip dress with a pair of flatform slides.

This check print looks all the more charming with its vintage-inspired collar and voluminous sleeves. Wear it with an equally cool pair of cushy thong sandals.

Make a statement in bright rainbow colors and don’t skimp on bold shoes either!

This can easily be dressed up or down for a picnic or rustic wedding. Chunky espadrilles or clogs will be a winning shoe combo.

This silhouette is so easy to wear. If you’re not wearing it with elegant sandals go for a cool pair of sneakers.

An Insta-worthy open-back dress! All you need is simple slides.

How bold and beautiful is this print? Guaranteed to put you in the best of moods. Play with color and wear it with vibrant sandals.

If you’re going to splurge on a pretty printed dress you cannot go wrong with Agua by Agua Benedita. We’re getting serious Bridgerton vibes here. White strappy sandals are your best shoe choice.

This is giving us all the vintage vibes. Go full-on fashion girl and pair with trending fisherman sandals.

If you love tie-dye, this statement dress is for you. Keep the rest of your look simple with white slides or mules.

This vintage-inspired frock is making us want to run through fields of flowers in Provence. Give it a cool-girl edge and pair it with high-top sneakers.

An Urban Outfitters best seller, this shirtdress says spring has sprung. It’s best paired with a chic pair of cream sandals.

We’re getting major Jeanne Damas vibes here. Style it with cute espadrilles, bien sûr.

The flattering silhouette of this Dôen dress is everything. Simply add cushy flatform flip flops.

We’ll always love a paisley print in earthy shades. Wear with similar hued sandals.

This polka-dot dress is playful, fun, and just what we need this summer. Give it a modern touch with chunky fisherman sandals.

Up next, these 5 Latin-American brands have the prettiest summer prints in the game.