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1. A high neck cocktail dress with a sexy leg slit and a flouncy skirt so you can embody the salsa dancer emoji. 💃
2. A magical tulle gown with puff sleeves because this...THIS!...is what dreams are made of. "Cinderella who?" —the prince when you show up to the ball in this gown.
Promising review: "I’m absolutely in love with this dress! I wore it to a masquerade event and received so many compliments on it. The quality is amazing and the dress fit beautifully. I’d recommend custom measurements unless you’re in a hurry and I’d order 2 sizes larger than what Amazon suggests. Overall I’m pleased with this purchase." —Sarah B.
Price: $63.99+ (available in sizes 2–26 Plus and 24 styles)
3. A chiffon gown with a sequined bodice to complement your already sparkly personality.
4. A ball gown that won't turn into rags at the stroke of midnight — because this baby deserves to be complimented by everyone.
5. An off-the-shoulder dress that'll make you want to shimmy and shake all night long.
6. A romantic long-sleeved lace mermaid gown so beautiful that you'll probably want to marry it.
7. A belted midi dress with a stylish one-shoulder design because it would be a crime to not take a spin in this little number.
Promising review: "I was pleasantly surprised with this dress. I followed the size guide and it is a perfect fit for me. Very comfortable. I appreciate that you can choose to wear or not wear the waist tie. I love the midi length and the drape in the front. The back is smooth. I was worried I might have to wear shapewear underneath but it wasn’t too tight or constricting for me. I got the dark green and it’s a beautiful color. Definitely will consider in buying in other colors for special occasions!" —Amanda Devins
Price: $44.99 (available in sizes L Plus–4XL Plus and 14 colors)
8. A sequin gown for anyone who has to make a grand entrance.
9. A knee-length dress you'll want to wear to your graduation...and then to the 10-year reunion.
10. A formal A-line dress so you can give Kate Middleton a run for her money.
11. A lace maxi dress that your bridesmaids will 100% thank you for letting them wear.
12. A V-neck lace dress to stun at any warm-weather destination weddings (I am so jealous!).
13. A convertible dress because you can never go wrong with options.
Promising review: "I was intrigued by this dress and purchased it as a backup for our company end-of-year award party, which is a formal affair. I was concerned about it being a one size item, but I ordered the plus size. The fit was perfect and I got so many compliments at the party. I usually feel awkward in formalwear, but this dress was so comfortable!! I wore it through the pre-meal festivities; it was comfy while sitting and eating and it was even super comfy out on the dance floor. I could literally wear the dress to the party for the next five years and not wear it the same way twice. The dark purple was just the color I was hoping for." —Amanda Haas
Price: $49.98+ (available in one size (fits sizes 0–16) and one size plus (fits sizes 18–24) and 29 colors)
14. A ruched dress that ticks all the boxes. Flirty leg slit? You got it! Fun ruffles? Um, duh! Show-stopping bodice? Of course!
15. A stretchy cocktail dress that's made of the softest lace so you can spend your night hitting up the buffet and not shifting uncomfortably in your seat because of scratchy lace.
16. A long-sleeve lace dress for when you want to look fabulous but also need to practice your SAT vocabulary words. This dress is eloquent, ornate, alluring, heavenly, and so on.
17. A halter neck gown with chain sleeves if you're looking for a unique dress that no one else will be wearing.
Promising review: "Loved this dress wore it to a black tie '20s party and received so many compliments. Everyone was shocked when I told then it was from Amazon. Get the dress." —TexasAngel
Price: $79.98+ (available in sizes S–XL and six colors)
18. A lace cap sleeve dress so you can get your glamour on for a fraction of the price you'd pay for a similar dress at a fancy schmancy store.
19. A chic pencil dress that'll be your #2 (and #1) pick.
20. A va-va-voom velvet bodycon dress to make you feel like Angelina Jolie thanks to the leg slit.
21. A scooped neck plus-size dress so you can stop fretting about what you're going to wear to your family's annual holiday get-together. Spoiler: this is the dress.
22. A vintage flapper gown for when you need to outshine everyone at the Gatsby party you're attending. It also doubles as a Halloween costume, so it's totally worth the splurge.
23. A plus-size pencil dress with beaded sleeves that'll have your coworkers begging you to send them the Amazon link.
24. A one-shoulder maxi dress to twirl in at the next summer wedding you're invited to.
Promising review: "I get so many compliments on this dress! The one shoulder tie is unique, which I liked. You need to play with how tight or loose to tie it for the look you want. The top part will be 'billowy' but in a good way I found. The fabric is very light and breathable! Perfect on a hot summer day. You can dress it up or wear it for a casual day out. I have worn it to an afternoon September garden wedding as well as an evening in Disney Springs getting dinner and drinks. It washes well and needs no ironing...even after being packed in my suitcase. Highly recommend!!" —Tricia M.
Price: $30.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 15 colors/patterns)
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