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Spring for summer dresses that everyone will fall for.
Promising review: "This dress is probably a true large. I tried it on while nine months pregnant and bought the orange color. It’s not see through. I bought it because it looks like I can easily nurse once I give birth. The material is more on the casual side and the skirt is a nice length. My body type is normally athletic/thick and this accommodates my legs and thighs nicely. It covers my chest but may show a little side boob after a while." —Falana H.
Get it from Forever 21 for $9 (originally $17.99, available in three colors and sizes S–L).
Promising review: "This dress is beautiful and I love the open slit in the back! The print is gorgeous and it's a nice, breathable fabric. The fit was perfect around the waist and in the torso, but it's fitted around my thighs and it's shorter than expected. It is okay because it's more of a girls' night out or brunch dress, rather than a work dress. Just keep the fit in mind if you have a curvier bottom!" —Maddz
Get it on sale from ModCloth for $69.99 (originally $79, available in three colors and sizes 0–14).
Promising review: "I’m 5-foot-1 and 118 pounds, I got a small and the fit is perfect. The length and fit is just like the picture. The material is good quality. It's very comfy. This is a great, comfy dress." —Connie Segurola
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in 12 colors and sizes S–XXL).
Promising review: "This dress is SPECTACULAR! It’s so light and airy and comfortable. The waistband is elastic so it stretchy, but the fabric itself is not. There’s a nice, breezy split on the leg. I immediately felt like a goddess as soon as I put this on! If you’re considering this – BUY IT!! It can be dressed down or up! It's perfect for summer parties, cruises, weddings, vacations, girls' night, whatever! I am definitely going to order more!" —Angela Tims
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in 38 styles and sizes 0X–4X).
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $44 (available in sizes XS–L).
Promising review: "So, I'm in love with this dress. It is soo prefect for spring and summer. It is lightweight and breathable, it's flowy and with the smock back, there is always room to adjust to your shape. You can dress this up or down. I will be ordering this dress in red as well. :)" —Colleen
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in 29 colors and sizes S–XL).
Promising review: "This has a beautiful green color, is very well made, light weight, and comfortable. It's the perfect knee length for me. On the hanger it looks pretty shapeless, but it drapes beautifully around your body. I love it!" —cica
Get it from Anthropologie for $138 (available in sizes XS–1X, petite lengths available).
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Get it from Yevu for $260 (available in sizes S–3XL).
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Promising review: "The neckline and sleeves of this dress are so flattering as well as the waistline. I bought a small (5-foot-6, 140 pounds, smaller chest, larger hips) and it's so lovely! It hits right at my ankles. This is so easy to throw on and look chic. It's a great breathable material, perfect for a really hot summer day when you still want to look fancy and formal with a twist. The swan pattern is such a fun flair and statement while still being a classic black dress!" —BanaAna
Get it from Anthropologie for $285 (available in sizes XS–3X, petite lengths available).
Promising review: "I totally loved this dress and am going to order at least two more different colors. I got many compliments, the fit was true to size, and the length was perfect for me." —Tracy Williams
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in 11 colors and sizes 14–26).
Promising review: "This dress is one of my favorites. It's comfortable and classic. I can wear it anywhere. I love it." —Foley
Get it from Anthropologie for $138 (available in five colors and sizes XXS–3X, also available in petite sizes).
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $89 (available in sizes XS–L).
This dress is designed by Northern Cheyenne and Crow fashion designer Bethany Yellowtail. If you love the look, be sure to check out the shop's collective products as well! They are handmade by Native American artisans from Tribal Nations throughout North America. Every product is created using time-honored techniques and traditional methods passed down from family generations.
Get it on sale from b. yellowtail for $150 (originally $350, available in sizes 0–16).
Promising review: "I love this dress! I’m 5-foot-3 and 163 pounds. I wear a 36D bra. I love the material. It's very soft. It's not thick, but not see-through thin. I ordered another one and I think I’m going to purchase a third. I am very pleased with my purchase!!! I rate it at 5 stars across the board!" —Joyce
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in 42 colors and sizes XS–XXL).
Promising review: "I just ordered this dress and I love it. I am 5-foot-2, ~105 pounds and ordered the XS which fit well with my height. The fabric is really cool, almost velvet, and the print adds a lot of interest to the dress. There isn't a zipper but the material is stretchy, so keep that in mind when ordering the right size. The straps are adjustable and I love the leg slit!" —Liz7667
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $65 (available in sizes XS–XL).
Promising review: "This dress is perfect! It fits me perfectly, is made of better material than expected, and is slightly stretchy. The stitching doesn't look like it'll fall apart after one wash, and the zipper down the back is really secure, with a nice pearl-y button to close the collar. It's exactly as I wanted it!" —Jenna
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in six colors and sizes XS–XL).
Get it from 4Twenty4 for $35 (available in sizes 1X–3X).
Promising review: "This dress is so soft! It's the softest dress ever! The material is really nice. It's on the short side for me (I'm 5-foot-9) but still wearable. I love easy dresses like this that you can just slip on!" —Katie Logen
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 13 styles and sizes XS–XXL).
Promising review: "This is an amazing dress! The length is right below my knees. The faux buttons are great because you don't need to worry about a peep hole or anything! The material is also a heavy linen! I definitely recommend this dress!" —Tasia
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in eight colors and sizes S–XL).
Get it from Anthropologie for $168 (available in sizes 00–26W, also available in petite lengths).
Promising review: "I'm pleasantly surprised! Criss-cross necklines rarely work for me, but this is nice! The fabric is breathable and thin, but not too thin. It's also stretchy but still has a good silhouette and it keeps its shape. The construction is of good quality and you can adjust the neckline to fit your figure." —MarieFS
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in 39 colors and sizes S–XXL).
Get it from Missguided for $26 (available in sizes 12–20).
Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this dress! I will be living in it! The fabric is a soft, awesome material. It's perfect!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in two colors and sizes S–XL).
Get it from ModCloth for $59.99 (available in three colors and sizes 0–14).
Promising review: "This dress fit perfectly. The green and blue is just beautiful — love the color combo. It's a thick T-shirt material. This definitely compliments your upper body while being flowy in the lower portion. My husband loved the dress on me. I was a little scared to order it thinking it would look like a bag, but it looks great." —Melanie_and_David
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four colors and sizes XS–3X).
Get it from ModCloth for $69.99 (available in sizes XS–XL).
Looks like I have birthdays covered for the next year. And I know they'll love it because this dress has over 8,500 5-star reviews. And don't forget to grab the petticoat to add to the magic!
Promising review: "This dress is SO comfortable. I bought it to double as a wedding and Easter outfit. I really like this dress. It's light and fun and a great party, church, or wedding guest dress." —thefroo
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in 43 colors and sizes XS–4XL).
Promising review: "I'm glad I read the reviews and sized up! I'm normally an 8 and I ordered a 10 and it fit like a dream. The colors are beautiful and the fabric is great. Definitely something you can dress up for going out or dress down for the office." —Maddz
Get it on sale from ModCloth for $44.99 (originally $89, available in sizes 0–14).
Promising review: "I am obsessed with this style of dress since quarantine. I will be in the dress every day!!! It is super long, which I love. It's a little sheer when in the light but I’m not going anywhere. I’m just over 5-foot-6, 128 pounds, and I purchased a size small. I highly recommend this dress. I don’t write reviews but had to brag about this purchase!" —TeamAustin
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in 19 colors and sizes S–3X).
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