If your calendar is filling up with spring weddings, park picnics, family brunches, and graduation parties, your mind might be filling up with dollar signs. While we're in full support of repeating a great look, Walmart makes filling your closet with occasion-ready options totally doable. Consider the retailer your HQ for affordable and super cute dresses, plus accessories, and beauty products that'll get you ready to slay every spring event.

Keep reading for inspo on what dresses to wear this season, styling tips, and makeup and skincare to top off your look.

What are the biggest spring dress trends this year?

The trends for spring 2026 dresses include lace and ruffles, with an overall focus on romantic, feminine silhouettes and garden-party prints. For a special occasion, look for something that feels floaty, like this tulle midi dress with ruffled sleeves.

Palette-wise, the trending colors for spring are soft pastels or darker, earthy tones (like olive and sage). This bubblegum-pink puff-sleeve dress fits the brief. When it comes to jewel tones, this burgundy maxi's wrap silhouette keeps it feeling springy.

What dress should you wear to a spring wedding?

When choosing your outfit for a wedding, there are two main elements to consider: the dress code and the weather.

Whether cocktail attire or black tie is listed on the invite, a floral print fits the bill. This midi dress is a timeless style. To stand out from the crowd, an abstract dot print gives the same vibes with an edgy twist.

Spring is an unpredictable season weather-wise, so you should also consider bringing an extra layer. This striped jean jacket is perfect for mixing prints and a classic cardigan is the ultimate seasonal staple.

How do you style a spring dress?

The great thing about dressing for spring is that a print or bold color pattern can do most of the work. Take this pretty embroidered dress as an example. A blazer will provide a bit of warmth if air conditioning or an outdoor happy hour gets chilly, plus you can use the layer to take your look in different directions. A blue chambray blazer feels kind of preppy, while a tailored blazer would dress the entire thing up.

For accessories, these pink, mesh mary janes are cute and comfy and this spring-y mini bag is perfect for the season. And if you choose a dress in a darker palette, add a pop of color in the form of drop earrings.

How should you do your hair and makeup for a spring event?

For a spring event with a dress code, upgrade your lip game with a high-shine gloss, or try a mascara that includes a lengthening serum. If you'll be spending all day outdoors, keeping a double-duty product on hand for touch-ups is genius. This whipped formula adds a pop of pink to cheeks and lips, so you only need to tuck one thing in your bag.

It’s allergy season, so pop on some gel eye patches as you're doing your hair to minimize pollen-induced puffiness. If you're the organized, plan-in-advance type, start integrating tools like a massaging wand with red-light therapy to your routine in the days leading up to an event.