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1. A tiered maxi dress whose deep pockets and effortless breezy effect will carry you through fall and into spring so fast you won't even notice the seasons have changed.
2. A ruffley nap dress if shelling out for a pricey cottagecore dress is against your principles, but you still want to feel like an ethereal fairy. These reviews are all but clicking the "add to cart" button for me.
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BuzzFeed Editorial Director Elizabeth Lilly absolutely loves this dress — read her full review!
Promising review: "This dress is sooo beautiful on! There is a seam down the middle front of the dress which is weird, but I went with it anyways and received so many compliments! I felt beautiful, feminine, and graceful in this dress. I am a plus-size woman and have a hard time finding affordable prices that make me feel so special — this is a winner. Got so many compliments. As you can see from the pics, it falls beautifully into pleats but when it isn’t falling in place, also beautifully billows in a really casual, cool way. A lot of dresses that are pleated do not do this. Material is cool and comfortable." —loulou13
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in sizes XS–XL and eight colors).
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3. A batwing turtleneck sweater dress you can wear as an oversized cozy sweater or adorable tunic dress with some over-the-knee boots — either way, you'll be sipping hot cider and watching the leaves drop in no time.
FYI, this is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "A girl who I am friends with ordered this and said it was a Free People dupe! I fell in love instantly, so of course I had to order it! I ordered the nutmeg color, it’s more of a mauve color and gorgeous! It’s more like a tunic. I have been wearing it with leggings and I get tons of compliments. I LOVE IT! It’s definitely a closet staple!" —CJS
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 31 colors).
4. A balloon-sleeve belted sweater dress keeping you cozy and warm (but still stylish) while you walk the streets, stepping in piles of crunchy leaves all the while.
Promising review: "My new favorite dress! It fits like a dream and is super comfortable. The tie looks really great around my waist. I'm planning on buying other colors." —DylanRileysMommy
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 31 colors)
5. A basic elbow-sleeve T-shirt dress to combat any cold drafts that could potentially ruin your vibe as you're showing the world a thing or two about fall fashion.
6. A knit turtleneck sweater dress protecting your precious neck from the bitter autumn winds, as well as any supernatural neck biters that may be hiding in the shadows. 🧛
Promising review: "Wow, do I love this sweater dress!!! It is so toasty warm and so stylish!! I have it now in the blue and the gray. It comes all the way to my knee and I'm 5'9" and busty. It fits great! It keeps its shape all day long. I never have to pull on it or do anything. I really wish they'd come out with more colors!" —Lisa M
Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in sizes 4–10 and in five colors).
7. A flannel shirtdress made of cotton so you can move comfortably through your outdoor adventures (or indoor TV marathons).
FYI, this is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I am pleased as punch with this little number! I am very busty and my buttons are not pulling, in fact, it is loose. I’m adding the black plaid to my wish list now! AND I am looking into the Goodthreads brand a little more. Great buy. When I pulled it out of the package my daughter was all 'ew' but when I put it on she says, 'wow it actually looks good on you.' LOL! I forgive her, she’s 7." —Lee
Get it from Amazon for $43.80+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and 18 colors).
8. A flutter-sleeve floral maxi dress you'll twirl the season away in while your gams are protected from the dropping temps.
Promising review: "Beautiful dress! True to size. Love how light and comfortable it feels! Absolutely love the orange color! It’s such a perfect dress for fall! Highly recommend!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and 17 colors).
9. An embroidered Asos dress if long sleeves and a chiffon breeze is your thing — just throw on your favorite tote, some chunky shoes, and you've got a fall fit for the 'Gram.
Promising review: "I really like this! I like the long sleeves and lining. Love the boho style. Decent sizing, not tight." —Verified Purchaser
Get it from Asos for $25.50 (originally $66; available in US sizes 14–22).
10. A tie-neck ruffle minidress that may be short, but it's got long sleeves for the occasionally nippy day when you still want to booze it up outdoors with your BFFs.
Promising review: "Super cute dress. I really loved the leopard color and the V neckline. The material is breathable so it made the dress perfect for spring/ summer/ fall. You can dress up or down with your favorite shoes. I wore it with my sandals and a hat. I felt really pretty. You have to get one!" —William/ Silvana Jordan
Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 19 colors).
11. A plaid detail skater dress because whether or not you're skating or watching on the sidelines with a pumpkin spice latte, all eyes will be on you with this little number.
12. A high-low plaid shirtdress ensuring that you'll be saying HEL-lo to tons of strangers asking you where you got your dress (lol), which has pockets and an adorable asymmetrical hem.
Promising review: "Safe to say I'm obsessed now. I have the green and the red buffalo plaids, and the pink. I absolutely LOVE these dresses; they are just the right weight for fall into winter. I've worn both a couple of times now, and received lots of compliments from across the board each time. I wear them with opaque black tights and knee boots, and add a belt to visually cinch the middle a little bit, but it looks great even without a belt. And they have POCKETS! I am having a hard time resisting another color. The front center of the hi-lo hem hits about 2" above my knees, so I'd wear tights, and imagine taller people would as well if wearing as a dress, which the long side and back hems allow you to do. If you're busty, size up. Cute, comfortable, fun to wear. Get one!" —"L"
Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 11 colors).
13. A turtleneck dress that was simply made for layering all your fall faves onto: scarves, denim jackets, thigh-high boots, cardigans. It's layering heaven.
Promising review: "This dress fits PERFECTLY. I am always skeptical with Amazon clothing purchases. This dress is an extremely soft (almost cashmere-feeling) sweater material. It hugs my curves so nicely! It's snug, but definitely not tight." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 25 colors).