Florals for spring might not be groundbreaking, but they really are one of the season’s must-have prints – and Gillian Anderson gave them a fresh and timeless twist with her latest look.
Celebrating the upcoming release of her hotly anticipated book More, which comes out in September, she mixed the go-to print of florals with the equally classic and spring-ready pattern of polka dots in her Odette polka floral dress by Beluah.
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Shop Pattern-Clashing, Floral & Polka Dot Dresses
Dorothy Perkins
Floral Spot Frill Waist Detail Blouson Sleeve Midi Dress
Voluminous sleeves and a tie waist create a striking shape with this high-neck midi dress, with the blue florals and white polka dots creating a beautiful, spring-ready look.
FS Collection
Floral Dot Print Maxi Dress In Black
With a high neckline and floaty silhouette, this navy dress combines delicate florals with playful polka dots to create a style that’s perfect for spring weddings and parties.
Jolie Moi
Floral Polka Dot Frill Chiffon Short Sleeve Maxi Dres
While a lot of the dresses that combine polka dots and florals tend to do so with more muted colours, this Jolie Moi piece offers a brighter, softer look thanks to its beige tones.
RO&ZO
Floral And Spot Print Long-Sleeve Woven Dress
This dress is a steal and has been reduced by £100 in the final sale. Long sleeves and an A-line shape make it a timeless choice for spring evenings.
Hope & Ivy
The Ffion Floral Short Sleeve Wrap Maxi Dress
This wrap dress oozes elegance, with its frill sleeves and floaty shape creating a romantic and effortless feel that’s perfect for spring occasion wear.
Florals are one of the biggest spring/summer fashion trends for 2026, just as they are every year, and we love how Gillian’s dress incorporated the classic print while also giving the pattern a fresh feel with the addition of polka dots.
Spotty prints are just as timeless as florals and, while they’re always in the style spotlight when it comes to spring/summer, they’re particularly relevant this season. As well as polka dot jeans making a comeback, Kate Moss recently added a cool-girl spin to polka dots and proved that they can fit into any spring capsule wardrobe.
Gillian’s floral, polka-dotted dress is particularly fitting for her style, with its figure-hugging bodice and occasion-ready design delivering a contemporary feel with a vintage spin. An elegant, trending drop-waisted pleated skirt and pearl buttons are a chic answer to what to wear to a wedding this spring.
Like Gillian, keep your accessories to a minimum when wearing pattern-heavy dresses to avoid your outfit looking overly fussy. Just a simple pair of heels is all that’s needed.
