Frilled, fierce, and oh-so darling, the coquette aesthetic is everything we love in a minidress. With summer's arrival — it's here! It's here! — we're all about positioning warm-weather staples center stage — hello, short sleeves, skinny straps, short hemlines, and airy fabrics. But because trending aesthetics have a hold over us time and again (sorry, not sorry), the coquette look is precisely the energy needed to kick off our fave season.
Now, if you need to become more familiar with this vibe, let us break it down. Basically, we're talking about minidresses oozing with femme features like floral prints, frills, bows, ruffles, lace, and pastel shades (obviously pink is a signature!). If you live for Bridgerton [1]'s iconic romanticism look, this aesthetic is for you. Likewise, if you're known to favor a bit of old-world-level dramatics, consider this your melodramatic sign. Cue all the fainting and pouty little stomps, and grab your pearls, hair bows, elegant handbags, and charming footwear — they're the ideal finishing touches to the 13 coquette-style minidresses ahead.
Old Navy Fit & Flare Floral Tie-Shoulder Mini Cami Dress
A vibrant floral print gives this Old Navy Fit & Flare Floral Tie-Shoulder Mini Cami Dress [2] ($37) the summer energy we live for.
Old Navy Waist-Defined Ruffle-Trimmed Mini Dress
Ruffle straps, a gathered waist, eyelets, and scalloping? This Old Navy Waist-Defined Ruffle-Trimmed Mini Dress [3] ($50) is a summer coquette dream.
Old Navy Waist-Defined Puff-Sleeve Floral Cotton-Poplin Mini Dress
But of course, this Old Navy Waist-Defined Puff-Sleeve Floral Cotton-Poplin Mini Dress [4] ($45) is a must-have on our summer coquette wishlist.
Old Navy Sleeveless Square-Neck Mini Dress
We love the '90s elements this Old Navy Sleeveless Square-Neck Mini Dress [5] ($35) brings to the coquette look, from the skinny straps to the minimal silhouette.
Old Navy Braided-Strap Tiered Mini Swing Dress
The little white dress gets the coquette treatment in this Old Navy Braided-Strap Tiered Mini Swing Dress [6] ($35). Easy, breezy.
Old Navy Waist-Defined Floral Mini Dress
A teensy puff cap sleeve and peek-a-boo square neckline? This Old Navy Waist-Defined Floral Mini Dress [7] ($45) is a bonafide yes!
Old Navy Braided-Strap Tiered Mini Swing Dress
This Old Navy Braided-Strap Tiered Mini Swing Dress [8] ($35) is an effortless way to capture coquette vibes on casual days.
Old Navy Waist-Defined Floral-Eyelet Mini Dress
Dahhhling, this Old Navy Waist-Defined Floral-Eyelet Mini Dress [9] ($50) is summertime perfection.
Old Navy Fit & Flare Cap-Sleeve Plaid Smocked Mini Dress
Coquette isn't only about floral prints. Gingham checks are another quintessential print like this Old Navy Fit & Flare Cap-Sleeve Plaid Smocked Mini Dress [10] ($40) – so adorable.
Old Navy V-Neck Eyelet Mini Dress
If you're not obsessed with eyelet detailing as found all over this Old Navy V-Neck Eyelet Mini Dress [11] ($60), then we can't help you.
Old Navy Fit & Flare Tie-Strap Floral Mini Dress
Skinny bow-tie straps make this Old Navy Fit & Flare Tie-Strap Floral Mini Dress [12] ($35) a coquette winner.
Old Navy Waist-Defined Floral Mini Dress
Bold yet whimsical, this Old Navy Waist-Defined Floral Mini Dress [13] ($45) looks good with black or white sandals, but colorful ones take the playful energy a step further.
Old Navy Fit & Flare Floral Tie-Shoulder Mini Cami Dress
This pretty pink Old Navy Fit & Flare Floral Tie-Shoulder Mini Cami Dress [14] ($37) is for those who tend to be more minimal.