There's no denying that French girls are some of the most stylish people on the planet. Steering away from the rapid-paced trend cycle to embrace timeless wardrobe staples, they have a no-fuss and incredibly chic approach to getting dressed. With that in mind, if there's one dress style they're guaranteed to pull out of their closets this season, it's the ever-flattering A-line dress.
But what actually is an A-line dress? Essentially, it's a term used to describe any dress with a formfitting bodice, a defined waist, and a skirt that gradually flares out to the hem, creating a triangular shape like the capital letter A. Unlike empire waists or loose dresses, the A-line silhouette creates the illusion of a narrower waist and wider hips, making it one of the most flattering styles to exist, no matter your body type.
In the spirit of embracing our inner French girl this spring, we scrolled through our go-to sites and rounded up the best A-line dresses the internet has to offer. Keep reading to shop 25 of our favorites.
Gentle Herd
Tiered 100% Cotton Dress
This simple white midi dress is a reliable wardrobe staple you'll wear again and again.
Reformation
Sigmund Dress
Leave it to Reformation to bring us the perfect spring dress. We'll be nabbing this one in every print.
Who What Wear Collection
Kate Scoop Midi Dress
This chic midi is so easy to throw on and instantly look polished.
Faithfull the Brand
Armina Shirred Polka-Dot Linen Mini Dress
You can't go wrong with polka dots for spring.
DÔEN
Eclipse Embroidered Organic Cotton-Voile Dress
We can't get enough of the sleeves on this one.
(Image credit: @styleidealist)
Mango
Cotton Dress With Dart Detail
This simple darted dress is a summer staple. Dress it up with heels, or throw on sneakers for an effortlessly polished look.
Eloquii
Smocked Bodice One Shoulder Dress
We're loving one-shoulder dresses this season.
Staud
Mini Wells Dress
We're ditching our denim cutoffs for denim dresses, especially this one.
Other Stories
Flowy Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
This one can easily go from the office to a dinner date.
Reformation
Niara Dress
Here's another hit from Reformation.
(Image credit: @mariejedig)
Ganni
Seersucker Check Dress
Adding this Ganni beauty to our carts immediately.
Target xBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
Long Sleeve A-Line Dress
This long-sleeve mini comes in a bunch of cute prints, but we're partial to this swirled black-and-cream version.
Free People
Soledad Midi Dress
This A-line midi dress features a super-flattering V-shaped waistline.
Zara
Skater Knit Dress
This knit skater dress is not only cute, but it's also supremely comfortable.
Bardot
Leoni Mini Shirt Dress
A cinched waist and flared skirt make the classic shirtdress way more flattering.
(Image credit: @alyssainthecity)
Proenza Schouler White Label
Faux Leather Puff Sleeve Dress
If we splurge on any dress this spring, it'll be this one.
H&M
Smocked Dress
At only $15, this breezy mini is a must.
Sister Jane
Angelica Jacquard Maxi Dress
Everything about this dress is stunning.
Mango
Gingham Check Cottoned Dress
Is there a print more synonymous with spring than gingham?
Farm Rio
Forest Birds Tiered Linen Blend Dress
This print has us dreaming of summer.
(Image credit: @oliviamarcus)
Anthropologie
Somerset Maxi Dress
The cinched waist on this otherwise flowy dress makes for a super-flattering fit.
Christopher Esber
Cotton Blend Maxi Dress
Yep, we're drooling over this one.
Topshop
Floral Print Puff Sleeve Dress
We love how this dress looks styled with combat boots.
French Connection
Whisper Back Cutout A-Line Dress
The back cutouts on this mini are ideal for hotter days and nights.