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Spring’s Chicest Dresses Under $500
From birthday celebrations and weddings to just-because parties with friends, there are countless dress-wearing occasions ahead. With that in mind, I’ve curated another dress edit with the best ones under $500. Need a last-minute Easter dress? For a casual take, snag this butter yellow number from J.Crew for under $150. Or for something slightly more polished, the floral version of everyone’s favorite Staud dress should do the trick. If it’s vacation-wear you’re after, look no further than this caftan – a perfect coverup by the pool by day and by night, a chic one-and-done dress that needs nothing more than a pair of gold hoops to finish off the look.
And then there’s wedding season!. There’s plenty of bang-for-your-buck options that fit the bill there, too. From timeless black dresses (summer black!) garden-party midis to bright colors and bold prints like Mango’s polka-dot dress ( could easily go black-tie with the right accessories) – wedding-guest wardrobe has never looked so good.
Ahead, a shopping list filled with under-$500 dresses to suit every occasion. Happy shopping.
TUCKERNUCK STRIPED CORINNE DRESS
Every closet needs a good shirt dress. This one is easy and super comfortable.
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DE CASTRO PARAMPARA DRESS
This is one of the very few dresses I kept from my maternity days. It’s roomy enough for a bump but not so much that it doesn’t work without one.
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NICHOLAS THE LABEL MIREILLE DRESS
It’s giving Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman at the horse race, no? The belt adds such a flattering touch.
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ASHA SOL ISABEL KAFTAN
Hello, sunshine. Wear this caftan over a swimsuit for a day at the pool or style it up for a night out.
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HYACINTH HOUSE AIME DRESS
Crafted with a hint of stretch for a sculpted-yet-comfortable fit, this tailored dress reimagines classic denim with crisp, clean lines.
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J.CREW ZIP-UP SHIRT DRESS
The zipper adds such a chic spin to this J.Crew shirtdress. The color is ideal for spring. Hot tip: snag this is you need a last-minute Easter dress.
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MANGO DRAPED MIDI DRESS
Never a bad time to buy a good black dress – and summer black is a thing! This is the kind of dress that will be a wardrobe workhorse.
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STAUD AMELIE DRESS
Lady in red! This fitted number from Staud is just what your wedding-guest wardrobe needs.
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ASHA MARINE FERNANDA KAFTAN
L O V E! From barefoot beach days to chic evenings out, this piece is your companion for any warm-weather escape.
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ZARA SHORT KNIT DRESS
Zara for the win with this one. Style this everyday mini with a pair of simple sandals and gold jewelry.
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BANANA REPUBLIC POPLIN ASYMMETRICAL SHIRT DRESS
In my closet! This genius dress features a clever dual-button design. Wear it loose and oversized for a shirtdress moment, or cinch it for an artfully asymmetric take.
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SABO SKIRT EMELIA DRESS
The kind of dreamy dress you want to wear for a long lunch, on vacation.
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DISSH DAPHNE DRESS
Say hello to the ultimate one-and-done summer dress. I plan on wearing this one on repeat.
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ALEMAIS MARINE TUNIC DRESS
This nautical number is the perfect summer dress to take you from the city to the beach!
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JUAN DE DIOS QUINTO SOL DRESS
With a flattering v-neck and tie at the back, this is the perfect dress for any summer occations.
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SIGNIFICANT OTHER OAKLEIGH DRESS
My kind of summer knit. This fitted style is a must for date night at the beach.
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