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Under $500: The Best Summer Dresses to Shop Now
From weddings and birthdays to spontaneous soirées, the season ahead is brimming with dress-worthy moments. Here, find a curated lineup of versatile favorites—each under $500. Whether you’re after crisp cotton (see: here, here, and here) day dresses, date-night ready numbers (hello!), or a more formal dress that will land you on the best-dressed guest list, there’s a standout style here for every RSVP. Scroll on for the best of the bunch.
ALIGNE OPHELIA BRODERIE DRESS
Crisp, clean, and cut just right—this white cotton mini is the kind of summer staple you’ll reach for on repeat.
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KIVARI AMELIE ONE-SHOULDER DRESS
A one-shoulder wonder made for wedding season! Style it with a pair of strappy sandals.
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REFORMATION BALIA DRESS
This linen midi features a charming strawberry print that feels plucked from a European summer. Just add a basket bag.
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ENZA COSTA POPLIN HALTER DRESS
Lightweight, breathable, and endlessly chic – this black linen midi is your warm-weather answer to the little black dress.
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ALÉMAIS SURREALIST SUMMER DRESS
This mood-lifting mini is a must for dinner by the beach this summer.
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FAITHFULL THE BRAND MARGA STRIPED ONE-SHOULDER DRESS
Love a summer stripe! This color mix feels unexpected and just right for the season.
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ERES NEREE DRESS
This light and airy halter dress serves up saturated stripes and peak summer energy. Just add gold hoops and a spritz.
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NIMO WITH LOVE SEAWORLD EMBROIDERED LILY DRESS
The print is screaming summer! This tunic doubles as a mini dress (or a coverup!) making it a versatile must-have.
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STAUD WYLIE PANELED DRESS
Crisp, swingy, and endlessly versatile—this navy cotton midi was made for your next date night.
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SIGNIFICANT OTHER SHILOH DRESS
With a sweetheart neckline, this dress is ideal for moonlit dinners (just add simple sandals) or black-tie parties.
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CALA DE LA CRUZ VENETA TWISTED LINEN DRESS
Punchy palette, bold print, and a short hemline – this one practically packs itself.
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MASSIMO DUTTI BODICE DRESS
Understated and endlessly wearable, this chocolate-hued cotton dress is the minimalist’s answer to summer dressing.
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MAJE TIE-DYE KNIT DRESS
A summer sunset – in dress form! Just add a pair of statement earrings and gold sandals.
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WILFRED VIENNA LINEN DRESS
The black dress – but make it summer. With day or night wearability, this fit-and-flare midi is an easy buy.
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