A gold dress with an actual print or pattern reads differently than solid gold. The print gives you visual interest and complexity that keeps the overall look from being too simple, while the gold base keeps it cohesive and casual. Prints can range from small-scale florals to geometric patterns to abstract designs depending on what you actually want to wear. The pattern means you can wear the dress with simple accessories and it still feels like you made a styling choice. Gold as a base color for printed dresses works better for daytime occasions than metallics or pure golds because the print adds the personality. These dresses work for situations where you want your clothing to be doing some visual work but you still want the ease of casual dressing. These are the gold printed dresses that give you more interest than solid color while keeping the whole thing relaxed and wearable.