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1. A cape dress with a plunging square back so glamorous, even Edna Mode would be ok with you wearing it.
2. A velvet mini covered in glitter polkadots to show your sparkle — and your shoulder blades.
3. An oversized v-back maxi that'll turn any beach, pool, or sweltering city into your own personal catwalk.
4. An asymmetrical wrap mini, because isn't wearing velvet the best part of these colder months?
5. A lace-up dress that'll make your heart flutter, thanks to those flowy sleeves.
6. An open-back mini in an adorable star print you just have to have in your closet — you and this dress? You're cosmically destined to be together.
7. A cocktail dress with sheer lace and an open back that'll be a must-wear for any schmancy weddings you have coming up.
8. A long-sleeve number so you do ~knot~ have to fret over what to wear to work, that last-minute party, or out for your friend's birthday dinner — this knit dress works for all.
9. A retro-inspired swing dress with a scoop back and bow detailing to ~tie~ together the perfect outfit.
10. A chiffon mini lined in the front and sheer in the back for a subtly sultry look.
11. A backless fit-and-flare ***WITH POCKETS*** so you can stash your lipstick, a snack, and whatever else you always need at arm's reach.
12. A beachy strap-back maxi everyone will think you splurged on at a resort boutique.
13. A lovely tea-length dress with a thigh-high slit and open back to add some edge to a classic look.
14. A twist-back sweater dress for a hint of sexy to go with your cozy. Or because your front needs to stay warm and your back needs a dang breeze.
15. A spaghetti strap number ready to ask, "Oh you still don't have a dress for that dance? I've got you (un)covered!"
16. A scoop-back sequin gown for a dramatic (and dramatically inexpensive) option for a black tie affair.
17. A v-back wrap sweater dress to prove feeling cozy and showing a peek of skin aren't mutually exclusive.
18. A pleated maxi dress with a bow-topped halter back you can dress down for a vacation or dress up for a swanky event.
19. A vintage-y sequin fit and flare that'll make you think about leaving the party early just to show off the back.
20. A cowl-back slip dress so you can match the glass of champagne in your hand when celebrating the New Year — or celebrating any little win life brings you.
21. A high-in-the-front, low-in-the-back skater dress you'll reach for every time you search your wardrobe for a going out outfit.
22. A paillette-sequin, t-back mini that'll be even cuter when you're dancing in it.
23. A spaghetti strap party dress with a bow in the back for a custom fit, because you look too cute to worry about a wardrobe malfunction.
24. A keyhole-back, slit-front stunner in bold orange and blue floral for a gorgeously saturated Instagram #OOTD in front of an equally colorful backdrop.
25. A strappy maxi in a pretty floral print sure to make you ready for a beach vacation.
26. A long-sleeve dress so you can ~button up~ a stylish look with minimal effort.
27. A slinky number that'll plunge in the front *and* the back, because why choose just one?
28. A velvet and tulle confection with a bow-topped keyhole in the back for some cold weather glam.
Now why am I suddenly dying to watch the perfect 2003 film How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days?
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