20 Church Appropriate Dresses With Florals, Bows and Pretty Layers

Looking for church appropriate dresses with a little something extra? Think pale pink bows, navy pleats and tiny floral prints.

These looks give you plenty to choose from, whether you like a simple shirt dress or a long skirt with ruffles.

You can keep accessories simple or add a matching cardigan and a pretty bag. Dress expectations vary between churches, so use your congregation’s guidance when choosing necklines, coverage and hemlines.

Pretty dress ideas for your Sunday wardrobe

tiny florals and flutter sleeves

We’re starting off strong with this pretty white floral dress. I love the flutter sleeves and little ruffles running across the skirt.

The square neckline has a delicate ruffled edge too.

Try a pair of beaded hoop earrings like these if you want to dress it up without adding a necklace.

navy pleats and bright buttons

If you like dresses appropriate for church with a more tailored look, this navy style is worth saving. The long sleeves have bright buttons at the cuffs to match the ones down the front.

The pleated skirt is my favorite part. Pair yours with black pumps and a black handbag to follow this outfit.

white dress and beige cardigan

Don’t want to go all out with color? No problem!

Try a white midi dress with a cropped beige cardigan. I love the little black toe caps on the beige flats.

The tan top-handle bag is another cute detail to borrow from this look.

pale yellow ruffles

How pretty is this yellow dress? The skirt has rows of wide ruffles beneath a simple square-neck bodice.

Those short puff sleeves make it even sweeter.

Keep a small black handbag like the one here if you don't want all your accessories to be pale.

sage green and a gold-tone buckle

This sage green dress may just be one of my favorites here. I love the matching covered buttons and the rounded gold-tone buckle.

The close-up gives you a lovely look at the waist and neckline, though it doesn't show the hem. Try a short necklace with a small floral detail to follow the styling.

tan dress and long cardigan

I am obsessed with this tan-on-tan pairing. The long open cardigan sits over a ribbed midi dress, with pointed brown boots showing underneath.

The layered gold-tone necklaces are so pretty against the V-neck. Choose one short chain instead if you want a simpler version.

blue collar and tied waist

If you are looking for something simple to put together, this one is for you. The blue dress has a pointed collar, elbow-length sleeves and a matching waist tie.

Pale pointed pumps finish the outfit without adding another bold color.

pink bows down the front

How cute are those little bows? I love how they run down the front of this pale pink dress, from the neckline to the waist.

The long sleeves and flared midi skirt keep the rest fairly simple. I'd keep the small handbag too rather than adding lots of extra accessories.

blue flowers and a ruffled hem

The blue and cream pairing is so pretty in this floral dress. There are puff sleeves, a square neckline and a long skirt with a narrow ruffle near the bottom.

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If you want to bring out the blue flowers, try a pale blue bag with it.

beige checks and puff sleeves

Don't want a floral print but still want a little pattern? This beige-and-white checked dress is such a cute option.

I especially love the gathered neckline and puff sleeves.

Try tan heeled sandals like the ones here, or swap them for closed-toe flats.

navy dots and a hair scarf

The polka-dot fans are going to love this! Little white dots cover the navy dress, with cap sleeves and a high neckline keeping the top simple.

Tie a printed scarf around your ponytail to borrow the extra detail here. The layered necklaces and small black bag finish the look.

white floral details

I love this long white dress with its tiny floral details. The gathered sleeves and tiered skirt are so pretty, especially with that little gold-colored clutch.

The sleeves and parts of the skirt are see-through, so check the lining and add coverage where you need it when trying a similar dress.

bright yellow and tan sandals

Bring a little color to your Sunday outfit with this bright yellow dress. The puff sleeves have small ties at the ends, plus there's a gathered tier near the hem.

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I love the tan sandals with the pale bag. Keep those accessories if you want to let the yellow be the main color.

lavender stripes and full sleeves

This lavender dress is another favorite. Mostly because the textured stripes change direction across the bodice and skirt.

The full sleeves gathered into cuffs are gorgeous too.

A short gold-tone necklace like the one shown is all I'd add at the neckline.

white dress with a big bow

If you love a bow detail, then this one is for you. The oversized waist bow looks so pretty with the full skirt and rounded neckline.

Follow this dressier combination with a small cream handbag and pale ankle-strap heels. The little buttons down the front are worth a closer look too.

black trim and a matching capelet

How cute is this matching dress and capelet? The pale checked pattern has black buttons down the front, with black trim around the shoulder layer.

I especially love the long ribbon tied at the neck. Black pumps are a lovely way to repeat those darker details.

dark florals and brown boots

If you're looking for a darker floral dress, go with a small print like this one. The long sleeves and square neckline look lovely with the brown ankle boots.

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The cream shoulder bag keeps the accessories from being all dark. I'd leave this combination just as it is.

white shirt dress and brown details

This is such a pretty way to wear a white shirt dress. I love the rounded brown belt buckle and the narrow decorative lines down the bodice.

The large tan bag has dark brown handles that work with the shoes. Try a smaller tan handbag if you don't need quite as much room.

black puff sleeves and a full skirt

Don't want to add prints or lots of accessories? No problem there!

This long black dress has plenty of detail on its own, from the puff sleeves to the horizontal gathers across the bodice. I love the simple square neckline.

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pale blue florals and white flats

Last but definitely not least, we have this pretty pale blue outfit collage. The floral dress has long, full blue sleeves and a square neckline.

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Pair a similar dress with white bow flats and a pale shoulder bag. The gold-tone cross and medallion necklace adds a lovely finishing detail.