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Get it from Nasty Gal for $21.60 (originally $36; available in sizes 2-8).
Promising review: "This has become my go-to wedding dress. It looks amazing, hides stains, and can be crumpled into my suitcase without sustaining wrinkles. Every time I wear it, friends and strangers come over to compliment me. Whenever I tell them I got the dress from Amazon, they are always amazed and say, 'I thought you spent at least $200 on that dress.' I recently went to a wedding where this dress looked fancier than the bridesmaids' dresses (and to be honest, just looked better, too). I could easily wear this to a black tie event." —Arielle
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes S-3X and in four colors).
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Promising review: "OMG! I love this dress! The material is thick, stretchy, and soft. The zipper detail across the chest sets the dress apart from basic — I wore it to a wedding. I will be ordering in another color." —CATHERINE SUTTON
Get it from Amazon for $17.94+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in nine colors).
Get it from Revolve for $34 (originally $80; available in sizes XS-L).
Get it from Asos for $35 (available in sizes 12-20).
Promising review: "I LOVE this dress! I purchased it with very low expectations, as it is priced inexpensively. Turns out, it is actually a nice dress! It is thick, not see-through at all, and does not feel cheap. The see-through sleeves were intact and the pearls were nice. I purchased this dress just because and ended up wearing it to a wedding — when my husband saw it he was quite impressed and even asked me what we paid for it! He couldn't believe it was under 15 bucks! Totally worth buying, and a great piece to your closet." —Josie Catrox
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in sizes XS-L and in nine styles).
Promising review: "This is a BEAUTIFUL dress! It's well made — I wore it to a wedding, I was comfortable, and the straps did not fall down or make me feel like a was wearing a strapless dress that you need to constantly pull up. I can’t wait to wear it again!" —Samantha K
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in sizes S-XL and in 10 colors).
Promising review: "I bought this to wear to a wedding, and it was perfect. It's clingy where you want it to cling and it drapes where you want it to drape. As soon as I tried it on for the first time, I ordered it in the emerald green too. This is really the perfect shape and style of dress for me." —Annie Maim
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in sizes 14–26 and in eight colors).
Get it from Topshop for $20 (originally $75; available in sizes 4-12).
Get it from Target for $27.99 (available in sizes 0X-4X).
Promising review: "For such a reasonable price, I looked like a million bucks. I wore this dress to a wedding and received so many compliments. The fit was perfect and I was very comfortable. I will definitely order a Miusol dress again in the future." —Maritza Muehleisen
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in five colors).
Get it from Forever 21 for $38 (available in sizes 1X-3X).
Get it from Nordstrom for $23.40 (originally $39; available in sizes XXS-XXL and in three colors).
Promising review: "I absolutely loved this dress! I’m using this as my wedding dress for our private ceremony and couldn’t be happier. The dress fit perfectly and the sleeves are just beautiful and unique!" —Michelle L Snyder
Get it from Amazon for $15.50+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in five colors).
Get it from Boohoo for $24 (originally $40; available in sizes 12-24 and in six colors).
Promising review: "The material is soft and perfect for warm weather! I like that the elastic around the shoulder holds so it doesn’t rise whenever I move or raise my arms. They stay and that’s important when it comes to off-the-shoulder tops." —Jenn
Get it from American Eagle for $39.95 (available in sizes XXS-XXL).
Promising review: "I received the dress before the date promised. I bought it to wear to my marriage ceremony. It's simple, yet very classy and sexy. I've received lots of compliments from my family and friends, as well. I could say that I got way more than I paid for!" —Blake Powell
Get it from Amazon for $21+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in three colors).
Get it from Old Navy for $28+ (available in sizes 1X-4X and in three colors).
Promising review: "I over-love my dress! The fabric and quality is excellent! The color was spot on, and it was a showstopper at a wedding I attended wearing it.I will order it in another color, as well. I wish that the bodycon-type clothing be made of the same material — it's that good" —valencia a roberts-conliffe
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in sizes S-XL and in five colors).
Promising review: "It was a perfect fit with the length and the waist. There was no alteration needed which has rarely happened for me with maxi dress. The material is nice and beautiful. It can be used for both a formal or casual event." —Vyvyyen
Get it from Nordstrom for $29.40 (originally $49; available in sizes XXS-XXL).
Get it from Nasty Gal for $14.40 (available in sizes 2-8 and in two colors).
Promising review: "This dress is so beautiful! I wore it to my cousin's black tie optional wedding and it was perfect! I am in a wheelchair and most dresses hike up when sitting and look short, but this one was just above my knees which is what I wanted! It was very comfortable and the material was stretchy so I could move around easily. I got several compliments on how beautiful it was." —Kelly
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in 15 colors).
Promising review: "I couldn't count how many compliments I've received on this dress in the three times I've thus far worn it. It's very versatile in terms of accessories and colors. I love the small touch of lace and slits, which made sitting simple with a maxi." —jkron
Get it from Torrid for $39.97 (originally $88.90; available in sizes 00-6).
Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress! It looks just as good on as it does in the picture online. The dress is not tight to the skin, but it still shows curves and has a tasteful appearance. I can't wait to wear it for weddings, graduations, to work, and even BBQs. I HIGHLY recommend!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in five colors).
Get it from Walmart for $16.84 (available in sizes 0X-4X and in four colors).
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