Dresses may be popular in Cottagecore, but they aren’t essential. This post walks you through the practical yet dreamy pieces I wear all spring and summer long—think linen rompers, rolled-up button-downs, and straw hats that tell a story.

Spring here doesn’t always look like it does in the storybooks—but with the right textures and details, it can feel just as magical. Here’s how I dress for May in Texas.