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Do I want to go to that formal event? No. But will I enjoy getting dressed up for said formal event? Yes.
Maybe twice, if you're lucky. Let's be realistic here.
Promising review: "Wow, this dress is lovely! I am attending a wedding soon and shopped all over town to find a nice dress. I purchased two from a local retailer (to the tune of $400), but bought this one on a whim. It came in, I tried it on, and loved it! The fabric is lovely and the wrinkles from the packaging are steamed out easily. It is low-cut, but not too low where I'll feel self conscious." —Elody K.
Price: $34.99+ (available in sizes 4-22 and in 22 colors)
Promising review: "Omg. This is great! I needed a dress for a work event that could also be doubled for a wedding that is also comfy and cute — and this is it. I followed the size chart and found it to be true to size! I'm in love and will hopefully be ordering this in red, too!" —Danielle
Price: $28.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in 11 colors)
Promising review: "This dress is so elegant and a great buy! It's comfortable and doesn't feel heavy with all the sequins, plus it fits very nicely." —Jill Lynes
Price: $22.99+ (available in sizes 2-18 and in 12 colors)
Promising review: "There are no words to describe how beautiful this dress is! I am speechless. The quality is unbelievable for the price, and I kept getting compliments all night long." —Jessica Martin
Price: $39.99+ (available in sizes 14-26 and in two colors)
Promising review: "I absolutely ADORE this dress! I bought it for a show I'm going to see in New York, and it fits perfectly! Great product ESPECIALLY for the price!" —Anna Thomas
Price: $33.99+ (available in sizes XS-XL and in eight colors)
Promising review: "This is a wonderful dress! It fits great, looks gorgeous, feels quality, and is just the right length." —Elizabeth Emery
Price: $22.98+ (available in sizes XXS-XL and in six colors)
Psst, reviewers suggest going a size down!
Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this dress! I am wearing it to my best friends wedding this weekend, and haven't been this excited to wear a dress in a while! It fits perfectly (I went a size down), it has some stretch to it, and the fabric is a great texture." —Cait_0412
Price: $31.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in eight colors)
Price: $43.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in four colors)
Promising review: "I bought this dress for formal night on an upcoming cruise! It arrived quickly, and I immediately had to try it on. This dress is everything!!! First of all, it’s just beautiful! The fit is perfect, it's comfortable, and I love the pockets! I absolutely cannot wait to wear this dress on my cruise!" —Linda
Price: $33.99+ (available in sizes 14-26 and in four colors)
Promising review: "To say that I LOVE this dress would be an understatement. This dress is everything. It's made from a super heavy bandage material and it fits like a glove. I did have to get the straps altered a bit (they were a little too long), but I still love this!" —Lauren
Price: $43+ (available in sizes XS-XL and in 11 colors)
Promising review: "I'm so ecstatic about this dress! It's beautiful and the material is great. I wore it to a holiday party, and it was a hit!" —Mrs. Abrego
Price: $32.99+ (available in size S-3X and in seven colors)
Promising review: "I had ordered a dress from Nordstrom Rack that was suddenly backordered, so I took a huge chance and ordered this one last minute. It came fast and fit great! I got so many compliments on it! The lace is super comfy and the fraying on the sleeves and the bottom really make it unique." —Snorman
Price: $19.99+ (available in sizes S-XL and in 10 colors)
Promising review: "I NEVER do reviews, but this dress is worth the review! The material is way better than I thought it would be. Worth every penny!" —Patty Cunningham
Price: $19.96+ (available in sizes S-XL and in five colors)
Promising review: "This dress made me feel and look like a million bucks. Totally recommend! For as nice as it looks, you can't beat the price." —Patricia A. Meyer
Price: $54.99 (available in sizes 4-16 and in five colors)
Promising review: "I cannot express enough how much I loved these dresses for my bridesmaids!!! Finding the right color coral is very difficult, but this dress did not disappoint whatsoever! I cannot believe how beautiful they were for the price. Plus, they flattered all body shapes and my bridesmaids loved them, too." —Amazon Customer
Price: $31.99+ (available in sizes 4-16 and in 17 colors)
Price: $55 (available in sizes XS-XXL and in three colors)
Promising review: "I am always so excited when I buy a dress that fits perfectly. And let me tell you, THIS DRESS FIT ME PERFECTLY. The lace used in the sleeve is elastic and it has some stretch to it. I am honestly in love! Will definitely be buying this in another color." —Ashlee Wells
Price: $15.99+ (available in sizes S-XXXL and in nine colors)
Promising review: "I love this dress! I was so relieved to discover that the sleeves were made of a stretchier material and the length was to my knee!" —Rebacca J. Follett
Price: $39.99+ (available in sizes XS-XXXL and in three colors)
Promising review: "I LOVE THIS DRESS! It's thick, form-fitting, and super classy. I got so many compliments on it!" —Amazongirl
Price: $53+ (available in sizes XS-XL and in eight colors)
Promising review: "After fruitlessly browsing Rent the Runway for an upcoming black tie wedding, I took a chance and ordered this dress instead. The material feels much more high quality than a $50 dress, and the fabric has some 'heft' to it that moves really nicely when you walk. If you're on the fence about this dress, please go for it — especially for this price, it was a great deal!" —Betsy
Price: $49.99+ (available in sizes S-3X and in four colors)
Promising review: "Frankly, I love this dress! The construction is incredible; it's almost like a stretch crepe material and features a hidden red slip underneath. It hits right at the knee, the red color is rich and vibrant, and the floral print is awesome! The bodice hits me perfectly at the waist and there is enough room in the bust to accommodate my larger than usual boobs for my small frame." —GIMME TIGER
Price: $27.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in seven colors)
Price: $19.99+ (available in sizes XS-XXL and in 33 colors)
Promising review: "This is a gorgeous dress for the price and super comfortable! I'm a size 14 and it was a perfect fit. I got a ton of compliments on it!" —Mrs. Sylvia Lopez
Price: $21.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in eight colors)
This dress is super trendy and chic while still feeling super conservative. Going to a family dinner? This gorgeous ensemble will feel just right.
Price: $35.99 (available in sizes S-L and in four colors)
The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.