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Just 40 of the best dresses to shop now for spring and summer.

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The moment winter finally racks off and spring arrives, it's like someone's flicked a happiness switch we forgot we had. 

Suddenly we're all bouncing around with actual springs in our steps and dress season is officially back, baby.

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There's honestly nothing better than throwing on a dress when the weather warms up. It's the ultimate one-and-done outfit that makes you look like you've got your life together (even when you absolutely don't). 

We've been doing some serious shopping reconnaissance, and the spring/summer dress game is strong this yea

So here are 40 of the most fabulous dresses we're currently obsessing over for the warmer months ahead.

40 of the best dresses for Spring and Summer:

AERE Aniya Linen Maxi Dress, $180.

square neck maxi dress from AereImage: The Iconic

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Petal & Pup Jill Midi Dress, $99.

short sleeve with elasticised cuff midi dress from Petal & PupImage: Petal & Pup

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DISSH Toby White Cotton Midi Dress, $200.

sleeveless white cotton midi dress from DisshImage: DISHH

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City Chic Simona Print Puff Sleeve Dress, $160.

v-neckline sleeve dress from City ChicImage: The Iconic

Mister Zimi Hollie Dress In Soleil, $179.

thick fixed straps mini dress from Mister ZimiImage: Mister Zimi

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Madison The Label Tara Mini Dress, $139.

relaxed fit mini dress from Madison The LabelImage: The Iconic

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Mister Zimi Gigi Dress, $219.

straight neckline dress from Mister ZimiImage: Mister Zimi

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DISSH Oversized Cotton Mini Dress, $170.

scoop neckline mini dress from DisshImage: DISSH

Tussah Pia Dress, $150.

asymmetrical neckline dress from TussahImage: The Iconic

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ASOS Tie Side Mini Dress, $67.

gingham design mini dress from AsosImage: Asos

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Atmos&Here Curvy Rummy Cotton Voile Maxi Dress, $120.

open collar maxis dress from Atmos&HereImage: The Iconic

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Grab Denim Sleeveless Denim Panelled Mini Dress, $90.

denim mini length dress from Grab DenimImage: MYER

Avella Women's V-Neck Midi Dress, $35.

flowing midi length dress from AvellaImage: Big W

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Steele Label Georgie Dress, $219.

red & white gingham dress from Steele LabelImage: Steele Label

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White By FTL Zavi Linen Dress, $119.

relax fitted linen dress from White By FTLImage: The Iconic

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&me Women's V-Neck Maxi Dress, $28.

flowy fit maxi dress from &meImage: Big W

Stella Florento Dress, $189.

cap sleeves dress from StellaImage: The Iconic

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Kmart Short Puff Sleeve Mini Dress, $25.

square neck with tie mini dress from KmartImage: Kmart

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Pretty Little Thing Woven Dipped Bardot Midaxi Dress, $165.

dipped waistline dress from Pretty Little ThingImage: Pretty Little Thing

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H&M Flounce Trim Dress, $109.

oversized dress in a sheer weave from H&MImage: H&M

Mister Zimi Minka Dress, $219.

chic asymmetrical neckline dress from Mister ZimiImage: Mister Zimi

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All About Eve Essential Maxi Dress, $100.

maxi dress in black from All About EveImage: All About Eve

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Atmos&Here Linen Blend Tailored Midi Dress, $100.

notched neckline midi dress from Atmos&HereImage: The Iconic

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Fayt The Label Yara Dress, $109.

stretch bodice dress from Fayt The LabelImage: Fayt The Label

All About Eve Bailey Cord Dress, $90.

corduroy dress in pink from All About EveImage: All About Eve

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H&M Plissé Dress, $60.

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Petal & Pup Bowman Maxi Dress, $99.

maxi dress in chocolate brown from Petal & PupImage: Petal & Pup

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Meshki Scuba Jersey Midi Dress, $169.

square neckline midi dress from MeshkiImage: Meshki

H&M Crochet Look Dress, $134.

short dress in a crochet look knit from H&MImage: H&M

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Ceres Life Sammy Denim Shirt Dress, $130.

relaxed fit denim shirt dress from Ceres LifeImage: The Iconic

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AERE Violet Linen Button Down Midi Dress, $170.

crew neckline midi dress from AereImage: The Iconic

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Fayt The Label Roran Button Dress, $99.

shirt dress style in white from Fayt The LabelImage: Fayt The Label

Seven Wonders Alara Halter Mini Dress, $129.

from Seven WondersImage: The Iconic

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H&M Broderie Anglaise Shirt Dress, $100.

calf length dress from H&MImage: H&M

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Hope & Harvest Girlfriend Shirt Dress, $139.

regular collar shirt dress from Hope & HarvestImage: The Iconic

Steele Label Cecile Mini Dress, $169.

deep V neckline mini dress from Steele LabelImage: Steele Label

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All About Eve Sunny Denim Dress, $110.

collared neckline mini dress from All About EveImage: All About Eve

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ASOS Tie Wrap Maxi Dress, $76.

cap sleeves maxi dress from AsosImage: Asos

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Auguste The Label Lennon Mini Dress, $194.

mini dress in powder blue from Auguste The LabelImage: Auguste The Label

H&M Tie Strap Smocked Dress, $28.

slim fit midi dress from H&MImage: H&M

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What are your go-to dresses? Share in the comments below!

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