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1. A floral print corset cami dress with a back zip closure that'll make you feel like the main character in your own enchanted forest fairytale.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this dress with the pattern. Just as shown in photo. Color is vibrant and the material is soft and flowy. Perfect for summer. Definitely fits true to size. Very good material and very well made." —R***8
Get it from Cider for $28 (available in sizes XS–4X and in three colors).
2. A striped tie-waist dress because you live in T-shirts anyway, but sometimes life calls for a ~fancy~ T-shirt.
FYI, this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "This is so well-made. It’s a nice thickness and not sheer. The pockets don’t show through the material. I think this dress is really versatile, dress it up or down." —Robert Oszust
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 24 colors).
3. A swingy one-shoulder midi dress if you're on the hunt for a wow-worthy style that's actually comfortable enough to wear all day, because it's far too hot to deal with restricting styles and scratchy fabrics.
FYI, this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I never lack for compliments on this dress! It’s super cute, easy and feels great! It’s that kind of thing that you wear when you want to look great without a lot of fuss. Add some cute sandals, a pair of earrings, and you’re dressed in three minutes. And I swear people will compliment you!" —YaYa
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 22 colors).
4. The internet-famous Kourtney dress with a fitted bodice and show-stopping side slit for winning "Best Dressed" at every birthday dinner, wedding, and garden party on your social calendar.
Get it from Reformation for $248 (available in sizes 0–12 and in six colors).
5. A fit-and-flare activity dress so you can join the legion of buyers already obsessed with this wear-everywhere style. It's perfect for exercise, lounging, and everything in between, and it features a host of functional details from built-in shorts with pockets to a bra with removable padding.
Promising review: "I AM OBSESSED. I’ve seen this dress everywhere and now I know why it got sooo famous. This dress is so so sooo cute. The color is perfect and the style is amazing. The material is soft, and the shorts are the perfect length to cover my butt. the side pockets are so useful. i’m in love with this dress." —Raquel
Get it from Halara for $39.95 (originally $49.95; available in sizes XS–XL and in 33 colors).
6. A gauzy halter mini dress with an airy open back and raw-edge hem to bring those laidback, beachy vibes to any occasion without the expensive air fare.
Reviewers say this dress runs large, so think about ordering a size down.
Promising review: "I love this dress. I can wear it with a little pair of sneakers for casual or dress it up with a pair of heels. It is super comfy and very cute. I am normally a small so I would recommend to size down. I got an XS and it's perfect." —Kimcormier
Get it from Free People for $78 (available in sizes XS–XL and in nine colors).
7. A striped ruffle sleeve dress because no summer wardrobe is complete without a breathable cotton dress you can wear to park picnics and Sunday brunches alike.
Promising review: "This summer dress is a must-have! I must have worn it at least once a week all summer long. It’s so comfortable and the material is breathable even on humid days. The pockets are ideal and the flutter cap sleeves couldn’t be cuter. I ordered a large for just a little better wiggle room and glad I did because it fits perfectly. I wore it with white sneakers, sandals, and espadrilles so it’s very versatile. Looking forward to pulling it out of the closet next summer." —Nikki Scott
Get it from Amazon for $41.99 (available in sizes 0–12 and in four colors).
8. A spaghetti strap ruched bodycon dress that's got plenty of comfortable stretch and a built-in double layer so you never have to worry about it being see through (even in white).
Promising review: "This dress is my new favorite!!! I’m about to buy it in every color!! The material is thick so it’s not see through and feels like a stretchy butter material. I have a big booty and there was enough material for the dress to go low enough so it wasn’t hanging out. It was so comfortable and I got so many compliments! Definitely order true to size and buy this dress!!!!" —Marina Coles
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes S–L and in 10 colors).
9. A slinky soft long slip dress if you've fully embraced the luxe loungewear life. What's the occasion for getting so dressed up? Uh...MY LIFE!
Promising review: "If you’re chronically ill and still want to feel comfortable/somewhat put together, this is the dress for you. I truly want to buy multiples so I will never run out. I never thought I could love clothing this much." —Ayesha J.
Get it from Skims for $78 (available in sizes M–4X and in four colors).
10. A lightweight twist bodycon dress with a cute front cutout for an easy summer staple you'll be reaching for all season long.
Promising review: "This dress is great!!! FITS comfortable and true to size. Not too long or too short. Dress up with heels or down with tennis shoes. It rises a little as you walk but all mini dresses and skirts do. Great buy I'm definitely getting other colors." —E Reed
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL and in 45 styles).
11. A body-skimming puff sleeve mini dress to toe that perfect line between dressed up and relaxed. This dress looks as good with sneakers as it does heels, and it's made from ultra lightweight denim worth swooning over.
Promising review: "This dress is my dream come true. Right when I saw it — I knew I had to have it. Form-fitting, feminine, delicate, it is a beautiful piece of clothing. The wide neckline makes choosing a bra semi-difficult, but it's so worth it otherwise! Perfect length and silhouette. Can you tell I'm obsessed?" —MEGSEGGS
Get it from Madewell for $118 (available in sizes 00–16).
12. A lightweight, puff-sleeve tiered dress because sometimes a dress comes along that's even easier and breezier than your favorite sweats. This is that dress.
FYI, this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I LOVE this dress. It’s so versatile, lightweight, and NOT see through. I can wear it into the office when paired with the right shoes/heels, can wear it casually with boots/sneakers, and I always get a compliment on this dress anytime I wear it. At first, I was worried because I’m petite (5’2”) and I thought this might swallow me/make me look like Dobby the Elf, but I absolutely love this dress and how it makes me look. If you’re looking for a great and multi-use dress, then look no further." —JordanM
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 15 styles).
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