What Bags Go Best with Floral Dresses?

• The best bags to pair with floral dresses are complementary styles that let your outfit take center stage.
• Think of your floral dress as the main character, and your handbag as the supporting act.
• Bags in white, pastels and denim are three of our top picks.

The best thing about a floral dress is that it looks and feels like a complete outfit without much effort. It’s one piece that makes a statement all on its own, so you’re not fussing with separate bottoms and tops or figuring out how to jazz up a look. Throw a floral dress on for a brunch, a baby shower, a coffee date, a garden party or even a wedding—there are countless occasions that are appropriate for floral dresses. Whether you go for a subtle ditsy floral or opt for a bold graphic look, a floral dress looks always fresh, feminine and joyful.

When picking a bag to go with your floral dress, you’ll want something complementary that doesn’t overpower or take away from the flower-inspired print and colors. It doesn’t have to match perfectly—it just shouldn’t compete. This way, your floral dress will be the focal point of your outfit with your bag as the supporting act. Think of it this way: the dress is the main character, and the bag is the best friend.

Read on for three tips to finding the best bags to pair with floral dresses.

There’s a good chance your floral dress has bright colors on it. Maybe it’s multicolor with many different shades or perhaps the print features just a few hues. Either way, the statement floral pattern will stand out even more if you go with a neutral bag. While any neutral color would work, shades of white make the most impact. The bright, minimal look of a white bag is the perfect complement to any print—like creating a blank canvas on which a colorful design can (really) pop. And, because a white bag is so versatile and easy to style, it can be worn with any printed dress in any color(s) in your wardrobe. In the spring and summer months especially, a white bag is great to have on the rotation to keep your look lighter and sun-ready.

White bag picks: Juliet Shoulder Bag 25, Teri Shoulder Bag, Soft Tabby Shoulder Bag

Just because your floral dress is (probably) multi-hued, doesn’t mean you have to avoid a colorful bag altogether. The trick is choosing something understated, like a muted pastel. Muted pastels offer a soft wash of color without clashing with a vivid dress. You can pick a shade that’s featured in your dress or go with something different—as long as the color is more subtle, it will work with the look. And why not lean into the theme and go with petal-inspired pieces all around? Accessories with hints of color create an effortlessly confident and pretty look.

Pastel bag picks: Teri Mini Crossbody in Light Sand, Restored Bandit Shoulder Bag in Pistachio, Emily Shoulder Bag in Soft Yellow, Ashton Shoulder Bag in Faded Blush

A blooming garden with a clear sky is a floral dress with a denim bag—the blues pair perfectly with the flowers and naturally complete the scene (or outfit). That’s why you can’t go wrong with a bag crafted of classic-yet-cool denim. The fabric is timeless and can be dressed up or down. In warmer seasons (when you’re more likely to don a floral number), a denim bag is also lightweight and comfortable to wear or carry. And even though blue is a color, a denim bag functions as a neutral that can be coupled with any floral dress. Your look will be balanced and eye-catching without going overboard. It’s a no-brainer option for keeping things fresh and elevated.

Denim bag picks: Tabby Shoulder Bag 26, Teri Mini Crossbody, Nolita 19

Coach has a stylish range of floral print essentials beyond dresses, so you can have flower-powered style all-year-round. From wallets and wristlets to comfy cotton T-shirts, our floral printed pieces are made to boost your everyday style (and mood). With soft pops of color and effortless floral designs, these essentials also make the prettiest gifts for any flower lovers in your life.

Floral print picks: Corner Zip Wallet, Medium Corner Zip Wallet, Classic T-Shirt, Silk Diamond Scarf