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Promising review: "I got the ultimate compliment when I wore this dress, a compliment from another woman." —R. Degarmo
Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 20 colors, also available in a tank top version).
Promising review: "It is soo cute and soo comfy. It is the perfect length, especially since I am chasing a toddler all day — not too long to trip and not too short to be picking up my kid all day. I get constant compliments on it. I wish it came in all sorts of patterns and colors!! Soo cute. It washed really well. I hung it to dry it and it is wrinkle-free and soft! BUY IT!!" —BrittaD
Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in sizes 4–10 and in three colors).
Promising review: "I got this dress in the light blush floral number. It was so pretty in person, just as vibrant as the pictures. I took this dress with me to Mexico for a brunch and I got so many compliments from it. They couldn’t believe I bought it off Amazon and for $30. I am a medium and bought a medium and it fit just right. I have a bigger chest and it showed a bit of cleavage without going over. The slit is subtle (or as subtle as you would like it to be). I wore the dress with wedges and it was the perfect setup." —916 Clinton
Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 24 colors).
Mr Water New York is a New York-based Etsy shop filled with unique, stylish, and sometimes vintage-inspired pieces.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress!! I get so many compliments when I wear it and it’s truly one of a kind." —Victoria Kennedy
Get it from Mr Water New York on Etsy for $89 (available in sizes S–XXL).
Promising review: "One of my new favorite dresses! So many compliments the first day I wore it. I want it in every color and in short sleeves too. ♥️" —Summer Laine Brunelle
Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 34 styles).
Promising review: "I love love love this dress. I wore it for Easter this year and got so many compliments. My ONLY complaint is the boob area. However, this was only a complaint on Easter when I would have liked to have been more modest. I had to pin the dress in the cleavage area to make sure the girls were covered. Since then I have bought another dress in a different color and am excited to wear them this summer! BUY THIS DRESS. If you’re second-guessing whether or not to buy it, BUY IT." —Rhianna Hill
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 19 colors).
Promising review: "I purchased this last-minute for a weekend road trip. Loved the fit, lots of compliments!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in 28 colors).
Promising review: "I love this dress and get compliments every time I wear it. I do add a small belt to the waist when I wear it for a little more definition. It's a lovely dress and I would buy another in a different color." —Bridget M. Parmenter
Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and in seven prints).
FYI, this dress is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "Don’t even think twice! You want this dress! The material is light but not see-through. It’s flowy (that’s a word — right?). I’ve gotten so many compliments. I love that the hem is different lengths." —pbrooks
Get it from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in sizes S–3XL and in five colors).
FYI, this dress is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "This dress made me feel so beautiful! It fit me PERFECTLY! I got so many compliments on how pretty this dress was. The dress was very well made. Not see-through at all. You could see my bra on the side if I lift my arms up so I used a pasty bra and it worked great and you couldn't see it at all." —LFY
Get it from Amazon for $38.98+ (available in sizes S–XL and in three colors).
FYI, this dress is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I get so many compliments on it! The material is light and flowy, and breathable. It feels like a cotton/polyester mix, perfect for a hot day! It also travels well, no wrinkles! The tag says to dry clean, but I've been able to wash it on a gentle cycle, no issues. I will be buying more of this dress with other patterns for sure. The tie is attached to the dress on the inside of the center of the bust so you can adjust the knot." —MeganSM
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 39 colors).
FYI, this dress is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress — it fits perfectly and it's so adorable. The first day I wore it I got so many compliments and it was so comfortable. It was nice to wear as a dress or even a long shirt with leggings. The color is really cute too. I definitely recommend it and will probably buy more in different colors!" —Jasmine Ball
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 12 colors)
Blanco And Barley is a US-based Etsy shop filled with dresses, knitwear, and a bunch of other cute things.
Promising review: "This dress was the perfect length and looks absolutely beautiful! I got a bunch of compliments as well while wearing it." —Mckayla
Get it from Blanco And Barley on Etsy for $49.42 (available in sizes S–L and in two colors).
Promising review: "I first heard about this dress from multiple YouTubers and after I bought it, I knew why they were so crazy about it! Not only is it great, even though it looks shapeless when you get it, IT HAS POCKETS! I received so many compliments when I wore it during the summer with flip-flops and even in the fall with a denim jacket and canvas shoes. I have it in the blue and purple colors and am debating if I need any more." —Ann
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 29 colors).
FYI, this dress is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "The perfect travel dress for the summer. I get compliments on it all the time! Runs slightly large." —Sarahgrace
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 35 prints).
Promising review: "I have received many compliments on this dress. It is great quality as well, not see-through! It has an underlayer helping make the dress comfortable. I wore this all day long, it never stretched out and the fit was exactly as I expected it to be. Do not size up or down." —Staci Serena
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes 4–10 and in 13 styles).
Lela Silk is a Hanoi, Vietnam-based Etsy shop specializing in making feminine handmade clothing.
Promising review: "The quality is truly amazing. I love how the dress is adjustable and you can get whatever type of fit you want — the buttons are adorable. I got so many compliments the first night out with it!!!!" —Tabitha Smith
Get it from Lela Silk on Etsy for $106+ (available in sizes XXS–XXL and custom sizes and in 36 colors and two fabric types).
Promising review: "Love this dress!! I got soooo many compliments and you will too!! The material is stretchy and good. So you can confidently buy it in your size. You have to find something to go under it yourself. I used a sexy semi-see-through number under my dress and used a cute belt to really define my midsection. I’m large at the top and bottom but the dress went all the way down the way I like my dresses too. This dress is so sexy!! You can’t go wrong!!" —Courtney Gardner
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in sizes S–3XL and in five colors).
Promising review: "Buy this dress!!! It is gorgeous. I have lots of extra skin on my belly from weight loss, but the dress totally hid it! I did have to be careful not to flash my panties when I sat down, but I didn't feel overly exposed otherwise. If you aren't used to showing lots of leg, you may want to wear a mini-skirt or shorts. I got so many compliments on this dress, I wish there were more colors!" —Bradlee
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in five colors).
Whimsy + Row is a woman-founded sustainable clothing brand that produces limited-run designs in Los Angeles. They use up-cycled and eco-friendly fabrics and ensure that all of their workers are paid a fair wage.
Promising review: "I wore this dress for my engagement photos. The color was perfect for the timing of our photos and wedding (both in September), and the lightness and cut of the fabric moved beautifully in the breeze. We took our photos along the cliffs/shoreline in San Diego, and the color and movement were stunning against the backdrop. The cut of this dress, with the deep V-neck, tie waist, and open back, are particularly attractive, and I have received so many compliments on our photos." —Meaghan Roach
Get it from Whimsy + Row for $228 (available in sizes XXS–XL and in five colors).
Promising review: "I bought this dress basically with one eye opened and one eye closed. Because I am ALWAYS skeptical about ordering things online. However, it surpassed my expectations. I got a lot of compliments while wearing it. The yellow is so vibrant and bright. The dress is super comfortable and it swings while I walk. I will be ordering three more in different colors. Hope I get a discount. 😄🤗😜" —Shenelle Wynne
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 41 colors).
FYI, this dress is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "For me, clothes pay for themselves based on the number of compliments that are received when an item is worn. I already liked the dress the moment I put it on, but all day long women commented about what a lovely and pretty dress it is (ooh, I like the color, ooh it’s so pretty, ooh, that dress looks like the start of a whole new wardrobe). The compliments made the reasonable dress price feel like a bargain deal. I guess I’m a sucker for polka dots and the power of hearing something positive during the day. In summary — it fits well, looks good, you feel good wearing it, and even a nine-year-old boy can take a picture of his mom in this dress and it still looks good. Now I just need to decide what other color to buy." —Isadelle Mercedes
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 15 colors).
Promising review: "Super impressed with this dress! I looked at it and read the reviews so many times before just buying it, and I am SO glad I did! I wore it for a night out with my husband and got a ton of compliments. I have an athletic build (broad shoulders/average chest) and while it was very low cut, it was comfortable and still classy looking. Even at my height, I didn't feel like it was too short which can sometimes be an issue... bottom line, buy the dress!!! I'll be ordering it in more colors!" —14AnnaM
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in sizes 4–22 and in 17 prints).
FYI, this dress is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "LOVE this dress! The green color is beautiful! The dress is lined nicely so no worries about sheerness. It fits perfectly! The length hits a little above the knee. I get many compliments when I wear this summertime gingham dress. Don’t think — just buy it!" —AriTheRealtor
Get it from Amazon for $16.98+ (available in S–XXL and in 16 colors).
Marcella NYC is a New York, NY- and Sofia, Bulgaria-based Etsy shop. They design minimalist pieces in New York that are then handcrafted in Europe.
Promising review: "This dress was absolutely perfect for prom! The quality was beyond excellent! She was literally the talk of the prom — everyone was oohing and aahing!" —themurallady
Get it from Marcella NYC on Etsy for $115 (available in sizes XS–XL and in four colors).