What Little Black Dress? Anna Sui Induces Spring Fever

Okay. So it’s officially Spring and the importance of dresses can’t be emphasized enough! Weddings, Easter, picnics, cruises—Spring Break for goodness sake!

Any excuse to throw on a dress is a spectacular one, and internationally-renowned designer Anna Sui has stepped up to the plate this season with a collection of dresses that will have everyone drooling over. Forget the little black dress. White is the new essential, and nearly every big designer showcased white on the runways for the Spring shows.

Anna Sui’s Swan Print Lace Dress goes above and beyond with a white-on-white swan print fabric, elegant square neck and back, delicate, ruffled-edge sheer sleeves, and an empire waist that culminates in a delightfully full skirt with swan lace. The dress is impeccably sweet, comfortable, and just about perfect for any occasion (even a bride couldn’t stay mad if you wore this little white stunner on her special day).

Second to white in the essentials department for Spring are bright, charming prints. The Tea Party Border Print on Chiffon Dress is heavenly for its unique print, and quickly becomes a favorite for its amazing bloussan-style fit; a mini skirt remains amazingly tasteful, and lace-up detail in the front keeps it casual, pairing perfectly with flats or sandals on a warm day.

Spring is a season for romance, and what could be more romantic than lace? Besides diamonds, of course, nothing, and Anna Sui proves it with her Antique Lace Cocktail Dress. Rose accents and an empire waist pay tribute to the ultra-feminine in a grown-up way; the floating, knee-length skirt with an embellished hemline make it suitable for day or evening, and the neutral color makes for a subtle gesture at being girly, without overdoing it. If you’re not at all in the mood for love, Spring is also the best time for play, and Anna’s Sleeveless All-Over Eyelet dress is the perfect excuse for trading in a day at the office for a day of fun and frolic. It boasts a modern drop-waist and black-and-white print, a menswear inspired, tuxedo-like placket, and a charming, retro collar. Worn with black flats or wedges (like Tara Subkoff for Easy Spirit classic, round-toe version), this dress makes the ultimate Spring style statement.

So whether you are bopping around town solo, or headed to a special, seasonable event, Anna Sui has you covered in one easy step with any of her perfect dresses. Truth be told, you don’t really need an excuse to throw on one of her sexy little numbers.