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Dresses can be a versatile MVP in your closet. Throw one on with a pair of strappy sandals and you’ve got a perfect summer outfit. Come fall, layer on a leather or denim jacket and pair it all with tights and a skinny belt and you’ve got a pulled-together look.
We turned to Amazon to see which dresses are the most popular among shoppers. Ranging from fit-and-flares with punchy patterns to vintage-inspired dresses to laid-back maxi T-shirt dresses, these are the 10 most “wished for dresses” trending on Amazon.
8. Plain T-Shirt Dress
A comfy T-shirt, but make it a dress! This Molerani Women’s Casual Plain T-Shirt is loose-fitting and would sync up nicely with a pair of tennis shoes for a laid-back weekend look. To add interest, try knotting it at the hem. The dress comes in several solid colors (army green; blue; dark green; mauve; navy; purple-grey; royal blue) as well as floral and mosaic prints.
Know before you order: The floral printed dresses run smaller than the solid colored dresses.
Price: $18.95
7. Loose Maxi Dress
This maxi dress has an unexpected detail — pockets! With short sleeves and an empire waist, the Viishow Women’s Maxi Dress comes in several colors and patterns. Solid colors include purple grey, wine red, turquoise, army green, black, dark green, navy blue, royal blue, grey and white. The dress also comes in various mosaic and floral patterns.
Know before you order: The white dress is somewhat see-through, so you may need a slip.
Price: $23.99
6. Spaghetti Strap Button-Down Dress
Florals, stripes, polka dots: This Angashion summer dress comes in a variety of adorable patterns. For a classic style perfect for a Labor Day barbecue, opt for the dress in a solid red or blue color. But if you want to go a trendier route, it comes in fun prints like palm leaves or pineapples.
Know before you order: Some reviewers warn of inconsistent sizing.
Price: $21.99
5. Racerback Maxi
Sleeveless and sleek, this basic Grecerelle Maxi Dress has pockets and comes in a variety of styles, including solid colors and floral prints. The maxi comes in black, army green, wine red, white, navy, dark green, red, purple, royal blue, lavender and a “nile blue” turquoise. The floral versions range from sunflowers to a floral print on a navy background.
Know before you order: Most reviewers say the dress is true to size, and many mention that the fabric is soft and stretchy.
Price: $23.99
4. Vintage Tea Dress
Drawing inspiration from the 1950s, this Grace Karin Swing Dress with a boatneck comes with a belt. The dress comes in 40 different styles, ranging from a classic sold emerald green to a striped dress with flamingos near the hemline.
Know before you order: You’ll need to handwash this dress.
Price: $31.99 (OK, this one’s just over $30!)
3. Boho Button-Up
Flowing sleeves and delicate buttons lend this Milumnia Boho Button-Up Dress a boho-chic vibe. It comes in a few dozen different options, including a solid soft blue or a solid merlot. Most of the options are prints, with bold florals and some more subdued stripes.
Know before you order: Because this dress will shrink after a wash, reviewers recommend going up a size.
Price: $27.99
2. Ruched Stretchy Bodycon Dress
This body-hugging BTFBM dress is perfect for a night out. It comes in two styles: sleeveless or with sleeves. Fifteen solid-colored styles are available, and one style is a black-and-white striped dress. The dress comes in mostly classic colors, including black, gray, maroon, army green or white.
Know before you order: The dress is double-lined so it’s not see-through.
Price: $22.99
1. Casual Loose Maxi Dress
Adding interest to this loose, flowy maxi dress from Grecerelle is a side slit that hits around the knee. Solid colors in this dress include black, wine red, grey, royal blue, navy blue, dark purple, army green, red, dark grey, dark green, purple grey, “nile blue” turquoise and a darker turquoise. The dress also comes in several floral patterns.
Know before you order: Some reviewers show off how they knotted the hemline of the dress, which gives it a little extra edge (and keeps it from dragging if you’re shorter!).
Price: $23.99
Which dress best fits your personal style?
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