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THE BEST DRESSES UNDER $500 TO WEAR RIGHT NOW

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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 and here) day dresses, linen midis, or a date-night ready number (hello!), this shopping list has you covered. 

Below, 20+ dresses under $500 that are worth every penny.

STAUD CASEY DRESS

Proof that disco dreams can come true without breaking the bank.

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BANANHOT LINDSAY STRIPED CROCHET MINIDRESS

Playful and versatile: this multicolor knit mini doubles as a chic top with its matching pants.

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VERONICA BEARD GATHERED MINI DRESS

Effortless and sleek: a navy long-sleeve midi that’s ideal for fall.

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RIXO MAURA PRINTED SATIN DRESS

Summer’s coolest halter: a bandana-inspired blue dress made for easy, breezy days.

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POSSE ALICE LINEN DRESS

My latest buy! This is the best summer LBD.

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LIONESS FIELD OF DREAMS DRESS

Bold and sun-soaked: an off-the-shoulder orange maxi that works day or night.

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REFORMATION IDELLE DRESS

This romantic white number is so good. It’s comfortable and perfect for summer’s hottest days.

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AFRM CODY DRESS

This dress is a one-and-done stunner and rings in at under $90!

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CALA DE LA CRUZ CENOTE TURIN MINI DRESS

This artful mini brings vacation energy anywhere.

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SIGNIFICANT OTHER OAKLEIGH CROCHET DRESS

I am obsessed with this mini! I love the color, and the flared sleeves is icing on the cake.

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STAUD WELLS EMBROIDERED DRESS

A chic spin on the garden-party dress courtesy of Staud.

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SIGNIFICANT OTHER TAMMY BANDEAU DRESS

The answer to what to wear to your next summer wedding.

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SIR PANETTONE TWIST DRESS

A tangerine dream that’s even better in person.

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AIDAN MATTOX FLORAL JACQUARD DRESS

I love a chic square neckline.

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FRAME SEQUIN DRESS 

A buy-now-wear-later dress: come holiday season, this mini will be perfect with a pair of black tights.

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SIGNIFICANT OTHER CARLY EMBROIDERED DRESS

Sunny side up! This hello-yellow number is your under-$500 mood booster.

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