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    34 Dresses So Gorgeous That They're Worth The Splurge

    Put your money where you can see it: hanging in your closet.

    1. A Gal Meets Glam fit and flare midi dress in such a classic silhouette, you'll be able to wear it for years and years and years.

    2. An embroidered mini dress – all your friends will want to know the ~stitch~ about it and immediately ask you where you got it.

    3. A midi dress you ~tulle-y~ won't want to take off at the end of the night because it's so comfortable and will make you feel like a real ~star~.

    4. A lace gown for that wedding you were invited to where you totally forgot it was black tie and need a great dress that won't overshadow the bride.

    5. A wrap maxi for when you're ~feline~ a little ~wild~ and want to show the world just how much of a fashionista you are.

    6. An off-the-shoulder lace number that'll make you feel like a million bucks every time you wear it.

    7. A turtleneck sweater dress designed to make it feel like you're wearing a big blanket all day, but in the best way possible.

    8. A tulle gown you'll really and truly ~bloom~ in and be the belle of the ball when you wear it. Just wait till all the compliments start rolling in.

    9. A color-block number to help you stand out in the crowd.

    10. A rhinestone dress so you can actually shine bright like a diamond every time you wear it.

    11. A shift dress because one can never, and I mean never, have too many LBDs. I mean, come on, they're a classic for a reason!

    12. An absolutely stunning ball gown that'll make you feel like Cinderella at the ball without the part about having to run home to make your midnight curfew and losing a shoe along the way.

    13. A high-neck dress with a thigh-high slit for a little bit of extra drama sure to turn heads.

    14. A side-slit little black sweater dress – when your friends ask you where you got it from, you'll say, "Sorry, my hands are ~tied~".

    15. A shift dress with a beautiful lace pattern that can be dressed up with heels or dressed down with sandals. It's all about versatility.

    16. A lace fit and flare dress you'll be ~v~ excited to wear to the summer party that you look forward to every year.

    17. A puff-sleeve dress made with 7% spandex, so it won't be a ~stretch~ to say that you'll find yourself grabbing this as often as possible.

    18. An embroidered wrap dress that proves you don't have to compromise your style for modesty.

    19. A ruffle dress so beautiful it will make you want to twirl the second you put it on.

    20. An mermaid gown with such intricate beading everyone who sees it will say, "Wow".

    21. A midi designed with the perfect amount of boho style so you can get that laid back, relaxed yet cool feeling you've been trying to achieve for awhile.

    22. A 20's-inspired stunner that'll have you waiting for your invitation to a party at Gatsby's house because you'll be ready to shine.

    23. A vegan leather slip dress that'll make you feel extra cool the second you put it on and even cooler when you remember that it's environmentally conscious!

    24. A bell-sleeve lace gown you'll immediately want to take a picture in because you know you're extra fabulous wearing it and all your Insta followers need to see this greatness.

    25. A wrap dress that'll be your go-to when you're not really feeling anything else in your closet becuase this is such a classic you can just throw on—like an old t-shirt, there to comfort you when you need it most.

    26. A sweater dress you'll wear so much you might as well put a couple in your cart because you're going to want to have a few options.

    27. A velvet twisted dress for a ~smooth~ look that'll go over so well at your office party. Pretty soon everyone will start coming to you for fashion advice, so be careful!

    28. A bandage stunner for sure to turn heads wherever you go. You might even feel like you're an A-list celeb wearing this. Paparazzi stay away!!!

    29. A beaded number with chiffon sleeves to keep you covered but not overheated during the night.

    30. A cape dress designed for one reason and one reason only: to make you feel like a superhero more important than those in the Marvel and DC universes combined.

    31. A sheath number that when you put on will make you feel like the one and only Kate Middleton. You queen, you.

    32. An a-line masterpiece – when anyone compliments you on it, you'll respond, "Thanks, it has pockets!!" because that's really the best feature of any dress.

    33. A color-block sweater dress for something a little different in your closet – you'll grab it on a rainy day when you just want to feel cozy and like you're still in bed without having to actually be back in bed.

    34. A sequin maxi you'll ~gliterally~ fall in love with the second you see it and again when you put it on because it is THAT good.

    What you'll feel like doing the second you put any of these dresses on:

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