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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.
Promising review: "I now own five, yes five, of these dresses! At 5 feet tall, I find it’s hard to find a dress that’s not too long. These dresses hit just below the ankle but are not quite to the floor, making them the perfect length for me and allowing me to wear a variety of shoes with them. The straps are adjustable and a strapless bra is well-hidden under the dress. The pockets don’t add width to the look of my hips and the fabric is lightweight and comfortable. I will be wearing these dresses all spring and summer long!" —Rebecca L.
Get it from Amazon for $25.85+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 26 styles).
Promising review: "So cute. My daughter, who strictly wears sweats, picked this for an event where she needs to wear something nicer, and this is adorable. Lightweight for spring or fall but with tights and booties great for winter. Great buy." —MMAM
Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 31 colors).
BuzzFeed editor Heather Braga (looking too cute in the picture above) is a fan of this easy-breezy number:
"I wore this dress to my sister-in-law's socially distanced bridal shower — it was a hit! I'm about 5'1" and I didn't have to worry about hemming this dress at all. I'm *very* busty and went with the medium — it was a bit taught over my chest but the button loops were very forgiving so it didn't create that awkward this-top-is-too-tight look. Highly recommend!'
Get it from Amazon for $30.99 (available in sizes S–XL and four colors).
Lisa Says Gah is a very cool women-owned boutique based out of San Francisco that features unique clothes and accessories from their own responsibly crafted private label and independent designers.
And you might as well snag the matching bucket hat while you're at it, right?
Get it from Lisa Says Gah for $101.40 (originally $169; available in sizes XS–3XL).
Promising review: "This is my third order of this dress in a different color/pattern. I absolutely love this easy, comfortable/cute dress. I buy the dress one size larger just so it’s looser ( though it’s plenty loose) and just in case it shrinks. I wear it to lounge in around the house or can dress it up to go out and still be comfortable. None of the dresses I’ve bought in this style have been see-though, though they are thin. Perfect for summer. The straps slide like a bra so you can make the armholes fit to your liking. I love the empire bodice because it hides my belly perfectly. Truly my favorite dress. I wish I had about three more!" —seashellbelle
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in sizes XS–5XL and in 41 styles).
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Promising review: "Love this dress! So cute and so comfy! Size up if you're in doubt. I am typically between a small and medium (most of the time small). I ordered a medium and it fits just right — would've had to send a small back. The belt is attached at the sides and has enough give to wrap around my back and back up to the front, with PLENTY of belt left to hang. Great material, not cheaply made. I will be ordering different colors. Love it!" —customer customer
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 15 colors).
Promising review: "This is a perfect dupe for the Princess Polly dress!!! Seriously, do not look anywhere else. The quality is fantastic. It does ride up a little bit but you just have to adjust the drawstrings a little and it works out just fine. If you want a looser fit I’d recommend sizing up one from your normal size because it is tight but also flattering!" —KayCrome
Get it from Amazon for $13.28+ (available in sizes 0–18 and in 17 styles).
ClothesByLockerRoom is a woman-owned Etsy shop run by Poli and Antonia who create contemporary clothing like too-cool tracksuits and statement-making cocktail dresses.
Promising review: "Awesome customer service and a really cool dress! Fabric is lightweight but not see-through. 10/10 would get again!" —Molly Jensen
Get it from ClothesByLockerRoom on Etsy for $84 (originally $112; available in sizes XS–4X).
Promising review: "This is my favorite piece of clothing I’ve bought on Amazon (and I’ve bought a lot!). I got the green, and it is a gorgeous seafoam type color. This dress is so flattering! It doesn’t have a lot of stretch, so make sure you order the correct size. Open back, FYI. It is low cut but not too much! Just right. Came above the knee but definitely covered my backside plenty. I love this dress and will be ordering it in more colors!" —Megan Kate Haugh
Get it from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 30 styles).
Promising review: "I love this dress and just ordered another short sleeve, a long sleeve, and a sleeveless to try as well. It is so comfortable, I wore it all weekend. Looked good on video meetings, went on errands, and lounged around the house in it. Wish it came in more fun graphics!" —Levelbestbuilder
Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in sizes XS–3XL, in crewneck or V-neck, and in 28 styles).
Reviewers love the sturdy, thick fabric but note it doesn't have a ton of stretch so consider ordering a size up!
Get it from Levi's for $128 (available in sizes XS–XL).
Promising review: "LOVE this dress! It’s super stretchy, great for plus-size girls! I am a 14–16 right now and got the XXL and it’s perfect. I have a pretty big chest (DDD) and it fits there too! The length is longer (knee length) but it actually makes it so you can wear it with boots and a cardigan in fall but also wear it in spring and summer when it gets hot, so it’s very versatile! Plan on getting in more colors!" —Kandice
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 43 styles, including both short and long sleeves).
Promising review: "This is the very best dress I have ever purchased. It's great for lounging or for going out. I purchased it for my cruise but now it's my go-to dress. FYI: If you are a busty woman like myself and you'd like to give your girls a rest sometimes, you can actually go bra-free in this dress and your girls will still be fully covered. THIS DRESS WAS HEAVEN-SENT!" —Tnesha
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in 16 styles).
Promising review: " This is too cute. The blue is perfect. The dress feels very pleasant to the skin. Not see through. The dress is a nice length, makes it perfect for several occasions. The dress is super easy to dress up or dress down." —Beliza
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 43 colors).
Linen City is a Poland-based Etsy shop creating made-to-measure clothing — from dresses to jumpsuits — out of all-natural and breathable linen.
Promising review: "This shop deserves more than five stars! My dress was sewn exactly according to my measurements and so it fits exactly. The color is exactly as I imagined. My dress is sewn perfectly. Communication was very detailed and Victor helped me with pictures to send the correct body measurements. I received my new dress within a few days. Thank you and see you next time!" —Uta Jenke
Get it from Linen City on Etsy for $95.64+ (available in sizes XXS–1X and in a variety of colors).
Promising review: "I love this style of dress. It fit awesome! The length was perfect. The material was nice, it was light and wasn’t see-through. I’ll be ordering this dress again in other colors. There are seriously a ton!" —C. Tullywood
Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 34 styles including long sleeves and sleeveless).
Promising review: "This dress is so lovely! Fluttery sleeves, flowy skirt, and that opening in the front — sexy. Perfect for lounging or walking around. It does trail on the ground though so I might alter it later so it doesn't. Cruise — here I come." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 22 styles).
SmartGlamour is a small one-woman show headed by Mallorie Dunn, a New York City-based fashion designer, business owner, and professor. The brand aims to be an affordable and inclusive ethical clothing line for people of all shapes, sizes, heights, ages, identities, and styles. Everything is handmade from start to finish in Queens with most fabrics purchased from small businesses around the city.
Get it from SmartGlamour for $75 (available in sizes XXS–15X and in 12 styles; add an elongated back hem at no extra cost).
Promising review: "Colors are vibrant. Feel is loose and comfy. Somewhat sheer. Lightweight. Great for lounging in. Haven’t washed yet, so we shall see how that goes." —Todd Coury
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes M–XXL and in four colors).
Lilly's Kloset is a Black woman-owned small online fashion boutique that launched in 2012 and sells a wide array of clothes and accessories for virtually any occasion — from elegant weddings to a girl's night out.
Get it from Lilly's Kloset for $60 (available in sizes S–L).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.