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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.

Promising reviews: "Really love this dress. Great '70s vibe. I think I'll get alot of wear from this. Seems like vintage Boden." —Heather

"Absolutely love this dress. Had so many compliments about it. Material is so comfortable. I love the vibrant colors. And … it has pockets. A real star dress!" —Katie

Get it from Boden for $160 (available in sizes 0–20/22, regular and long fits, and four colors/prints).

Promising review: "The semi-formal dress I purchased fits perfectly and enhances my personality. It's versatile enough for both casual and formal occasions. I received so many compliments when I wore it." —T.W.

Get it from Amazon for $39.98 (available in sizes XL–5XL and eight colors).

Promising review: "t fits well and the linen feels high quality. I’ll get lots of uses out of it." —JudithF.

Get it from Quince for $64 (available in sizes XS–XL and 15 colors/prints).

Promising reviews: "Really pretty dress for the office. I purchased the tall since I can't wear short dresses to the office and it was perfect. The color is pretty (brown) and the material is thick but not heavy." —Tina B

"I bought this for my birthday dinner and it was a hit. The blue was a beautiful color and the fit was very tapered. Overall, the dress fit like a glove, 100% recommend!" —Brooklyn12

Get it from Abercrombie & Fitch for $90 (available in sizes XXS–XL petite, regular, and tall fits, and four colors/prints).

Promising review: "Buy this dress! It is super comfortable/stretchy and has a lining under so you don’t have to worry about it being see through! I wore it for my prima’s quinceañera and got a lot compliments! I wear a size 16 got it in an XL" —iris silva

Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 16 colors).

Get it from Torrid for $41.94 (originally $69.90; available in sizes M–6X and white).

Promising review: "This dress is exactly what I was hoping it would be! So cute and comfy. A win for summer! Runs true to size!!" —RosieD

Get it from Madewell for $188 (available in sizes 00–16 and another color in select sizes).

Promising review: "Love the colour (moss), the fit and the weight of the cotton fabric. More substantial than I thought it would be and it’s perfect. Drapes beautifully and so comfortable. Would consider getting this in another colour." —kj

Get it from Lolë for $75 (available in sizes XXS–XXL and three colors).

Get it from Lane Bryant for $65.97 (originally $109.95; available in sizes 12–28).

Get it from Banana Republic for $248 (available in sizes XXS–XXL, regular and petite fits, and three colors).

Promising review: "I have worn this dress to two weddings and also in more casual settings. I get compliments every time I wear it! I have the lavender color and it’s so versatile! I have packed this dress in luggage and it didn’t even need steaming at all! There were no wrinkles. This dress is lined and you cannot see through it at all. The fabric is very comfortable!" —Sherri P.

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 14 colors).

Promising review: "I like the length of the dress. It's not too short or too long. The dress runs big, so size down one or two sizes. I like that it has optional straps included. The color is perfect for those beach nights out. I'm taking this to Hawaii with me!! 🤎" —Geegii

Get it from Target for $24 (originally $40; available in sizes XS–4X and two colors).

Promising review: "Love this dress! It's comfortable and fits great." —Jen T

Get it from Gap for $79 (originally $99.95; available in sizes XXS–XXL, and regular, tall, and petite fits). 

Promising review: "I love this dress!! This is truly such a beautiful summer dress that could easily transition from spring to summer or summer to fall as well. The fabric is light enough, and the patterns are very versatile. I loved the cut of this dress. The slit hits at a good location. And the chest tie allows for large or small chests. I did tuck in the extra, but you could tie in a knot and let hang or tie in a bow! The sizing was very true to size. I am normally a medium and it fit perfect." —Megan Smart

Get it from Amazon $45.99+ (available in sizes XS–3XL and 16 colors/prints).

Promising reviews: "I love that the shorts are separate in the back so one can easily pull them down. I don't have to pull the dress down to use the restroom." —StarZ38

"I absolutely love this little dress; I love that it has the built-in shorts. I was able to dress it up on our trip to Mexico. Cute and functional." —Brittany K.

Get it from Nordstrom Rack for $17.98+ (originally $69; available in sizes XS–XL and 11 colors).

Promising review: "I brought this for nice summer nights out, but this is really a stunning dress and the designer should get a raise...you can conservatively wear this dress to work just pin the midsection and when you leave for the day unpin it. I would never wear this open to work but it is more than easy to pin and unpin. I wish it was in more solid colors. Waiting to see if the blue comes back the yellow is soooooo gorg!!!" —Smith, R

Get it from Banana Republic Factory for $90 (originally $150; available in sizes XXS–XL, regular and petite fits, and three colors/prints).

Promising review: "I'm obsessed with this off-shoulder dress! 😍 The stretchy fabric is EVERYTHING – comfy and compliments my figure perfectly. Love the low front hem and longer back, it's so stylish and unique. Perfect for a night out or special occasion. Gets compliments galore! 👌 Highly recommend for its versatility and gorgeous design." —Roxanne

Get it from Amazon for $46.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL and 15 colors/prints).

Promising review: "This dress fit me like a dream. Brought out all my great curves, looked sleek and unassuming all at the same time. I got many compliments all night. I was also comfortable and did not have to adjust the dress at any point in the evening." —Jessica G.

Get it from Lulus for $55.20+ (originally $69; available in sizes XXS–XXL and six colors/prints).

Promising review: "Absolutely love this dress! Super soft and it has pockets! Perfect length as well!" —M**n

Get it from Bloomchic for $49.90 (available in sizes M–6X).

Get it from Loft for $39 (originally $99.95; available in sizes 00–18, and petite and regular fits).

Promising review: "This dress is so cute, the twist in the front is very complimentary. Very comfy and love the raspberry color. Could be dressed up or down. I am 5’5”, pear shaped and this dress is snug on my hips/butt. Length is perfect!" —MelissaM

Get it from Anthropologie for $98 (available in sizes XXS–XL and three colors/prints).

Promising reviews: "Perfect work dress for the summer. I get so many compliments when I wear it. I am usually between a 6/4 and I purchased a 4." —Ohclaude

"The denim is little heavy, but cute fit. I got size 6 which is a little bigger than normal on me, but I wanted the dress to fit loser for the summer. Very versatile, adorable with straw hat and sandals!" —mbd165

Get it from J.Crew for $82.50 (originally $168; available in sizes 00–24, and classic, petite, and tall fits).

Promising review: "I was able to wear this dress on vacation in Greece and to a tea party. It has a corset shape so you're able to tighten the waist and give yourself some curves. I pinned some of it up for the tea party and was able to style it differently. I plan to keep re wearing this dress and changing up my accessories. This was a great buy!" —Shy B.

Get it from Amazon for $61.99+ (available in sizes 0–16 and 23 colors/prints).

Promising review: "Simple black dress that can be dressed up an elegant with a few pieces of jewelry or more casual depending on your venue/occasion." —FaithfulNordstrom Shopper

Get it from Nordstrom for $99.50 (available in sizes XXS–XXL and two colors).

Promising review: "Dress is a heavy knit cotton and fit is true to size. Beautiful orange red color that can be dressed up/down in so many ways. Looking forward to wearing this soon." —Seeker

Get it from Eloquii for $139.95 (available in sizes 14–28).

Promising review: "Fits very well. Perfect flowy summer dress WITH POCKETS!!👌 Straps can be adjusted. Layer up with a crewneck tee and a cardigan/crotchet sweater for colder days. Love the fluidity of the dress!" —Amritha

Get it from Uniqlo for $29.90 (available in sizes XXS–XL and three colors).

Get it from Revolve for $168 (available in sizes XS–XL).

The size for this garment says it's medium, but it's so stretchy and customizable that it actually fits every body from a 0 to a 16.

Promising review: "I like it. I'm not a dress person at all. I only own one other dress and I've worn it to almost every event for the last couple of years. I wanted something that I could wear over and over in a way that people wouldn't know I'd worn it before, and I think this is it. The only thing I dislike is that it takes much effort to make the top part look like it fits properly because I'm about a 36A cup with large hips. I don't normally do reviews but I wanted to show these pictures because all other reviews photos show fuller breasts, on which I think the dress looks better. I purchased a medium." —Cindy H

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in one size fits most and 31 colors).

Promising review: "I cannot say enough about the dress. I love the fabric and the fit. Wear to work with a blazer and heals or healed boots, remove the blazer for cute happy hour look. Even cute as a cocktail dress." —Nicole Freeman

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 23 colors).

Promising review: "Such a cute and chic colored button-up pleated dress with a ruffle sleeve. Perfect for graduation, mother's day, baby showers, reunions, dinner dates, and really any occasion so classy and so chic." —Lina by the Sea

Get it from Amazon for $47.49+ (available in sizes S–XL and 13 colors).

Promising review: "I bought this in three colors thinking I'd return one or two but I love them all so much I think I'm keeping all three! They're very cute on as well as comfortable and soft. Easy to dress up or down." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 11 colors).

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