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Spring has sprung (at least according to the calendar) and it's time to ignore your arsenal of tights and stacks of pants awhile. Take it from me, a person who lives in dresses. So let's focus on some cute dresses ready to fit your packed social calendar and personal style. Whether you prefer long sleeves and loose silhouettes or have been mulling over finding a corset-style frock that's a little more va-va-voom. Oh and if you're looking for a sweat-friendly exercise dress with a built-in sports bra? You're covered there too.

All sizes in this post are listed in women's.

Promising review: "This is a stylish and comfortable outfit for any occasion. This dress features a chiffon fabric that offers a lightweight and breathable fit, perfect for warm weather. The off-shoulder design adds a touch of sophistication, while the ruffles on the sleeves and hem provide a playful and feminine touch. The length of the dress ensures that it covers the legs, making it suitable for both casual and formal events. The dress can be paired with a clutch purse to complete the look. Overall, this dress is a versatile and fashionable option for anyone looking to make a statement at their next party or gathering." —Momma_Jon

Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in women's sizes XS–XL and six prints).

Get it from Urban Outfitters for $89 (available in sizes XXS–XL and two colors).

Promising review: "This dress is a showstopper! I ordered it for family pictures, and it didn’t disappoint. The material is super soft and not see-through at all." —daniel cowen

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 11 colors).

Get it from Anthropologie for $140 (available in straight, petite, and adaptive sizes XXS–XL and six patterns; also check out a Somerset maxi).

If you want to see what the big deal is with the Somerset mini dress, you can give some a spin through a monthly Nuuly rental! 

Promising reviews: "Bought this dress because I always wanted to get the House of CB dress but didn’t want to pay over $250 for it. It’s honestly so good! I got the size large in this since they didn’t have my normal sizes, which are small to medium (I have a bigger chest, so I tend to size up). But since this has a corset back, I was able to cinch it up really tight, and it fit perfectly!" —Chris Herfurth Kennedy

"Beautiful, stunning perfection. This may be the best thing I've ever bought on Amazon. The corset in the back makes it fit like it was made for me. It's double-lined and not see-through at all, even though it's white. The straps are adjustable, the slit is a good height, and the fabric is slightly stretchy. I cannot say enough good things about it. It did come slightly wrinkly in the skirt, but nothing that a good steam won't fix." —Shoshanna

Get it from Amazon for $53.99 (available in sizes 0–14 and 17 colors/styles).

This is a new print of the classic Outdoor Voices Exercise Dress and has a built-in bodysuit so you don't have to worry about finding a bra that'll fit with this!

Get it from Outdoor Voices for $118 (available in sizes XS–XL and also in polka dots).

Promising reviews: "Worth the money!! So glad I bought this precious dress!! Looks like a much more expensive brand! Nice thick material, vibrant color, and a perfect fit! I wore this with my cowboy boots and got so many compliments! No stretch to the material, but it didn’t wrinkle." —Lisa Lambert

"Cute dress. Sleeves are structured and puffy. Perfect in the spring/summer but also great with high boots and a thin turtleneck in the fall... Very versatile."  —Shelly

Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in women's sizes S–L and nine colors).

Get it from City Chic for $89.99 (available in sizes 10–26, and also in a maxi version).

Promising review: "I got this to wear for my brother's wedding. I have an incredibly short waist and long legs, and a postpartum belly. This dress was incredible on me, it's made with a very nice cotton blend, and I was very impressed with the way it was made for the midline price. I am planning to purchase several more to wear, as it checks off all the boxes for me, romantic, classic, and well-made!" —Perrine

Get it from Amazon for $35.09+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 35 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "Love the color, it's perfect for those spring days where it's not too hot or too cold, the perfect dress where the top part of your body is covered and then the bottom half of your legs are out." —anonymous

Get it from Old Navy for $18.99+ (available in sizes petite, regular, and tall XS–4X, and four colors).

Promising review: "Bought this for a themed night on a recent trip, and this was the crowd favorite! I ordered a red one, but didn’t like the way it looked compared to this color pattern, so I’ll be ordering more patterns. Love the material, which was very soft and breathable. It’s true to size and very stretchy." —Ava N.

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes ).

Promising review: "I said 'it's comfortable' like 10 times when I tried it on because that's how comfortable this dress is! It's a soft T-shirt material and it runs true to size. I love the tie in the front. I could live in this dress!" —Cyndi Lundeberg

Get it from Amazon for $25.49+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 20 colors).

Promising review: "Greaaaat dress. Got many compliments when wearing this. The color is stunning, and the fabric is light, great for summer to look a bit more put together." —Andrei Nagy

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes and 24 colors, and in a mini version).

Promising review: "I will be buying this dress again in different colors! This dress was so pretty and good quality too. Have worn it serval times and received tons of compliments! You can dress up with heels or dress down with sneakers. Such a great summer/springtime dress!" —Danielle Sharp Furlow

Get it from Amazon for $27.06+ (available in sizes S–XL and 16 colors).

Psst, as one reviewer points out, it's great styled with or without a belt.

Promising review: "I received so many compliments on this shirtdress. I wore it for my backyard rodeo party. It was so comfy, and the quality was nice. The color was light denim, and the length and overall fit were perfect." —Tanika

Get it from Amazon for $45.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and 21 colors).

Promising review: "I really love this dress — I even went back and ordered another one in a different color so I could have two! After posting this picture, I learned that six friends ordered the same dress!" —Sofietofu

Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 19 color combos).

Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this dress! I really wanted the red one, but I wore it to my rehearsal dinner, so I decided to go with something more tame. I got so many compliments; GET IT!!" —Katie888

Get it from Amazon for $59.39+ (available in sizes S–XL and 14 colors).

Lots of reviewers say it's pregnancy-friendly!

Promising review: "I use this with a simple silk undergarment of the same color...From being a beach coverup for a casual and refreshing dress for the hotter days. Size up if you have bigger arms or large breasts as it doesn’t have any stretch to it at all." —Joan Espinoza-Gonzalez

Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in sizes XS–3XL and four styles).

Promising review: "This looked so cute on me! It fit perfectly! I just can’t wear a super padded bra but I don’t mind that. The material isn't bad either for what you pay." —JH

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 18 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "This dress is so lovely on. I wore it to an August outdoor wedding. I received so many compliments on it. I love how flowy it is, and the colors are beautiful together." —Tanya Roe

Get it from Amazon for $41.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and 38 patterns).

Promising review: "It comes just below the knees and covers the shoulders, so this dress was perfect for my recent trip to Asia. I was able to go into all of the temples without needing an extra cover. The striking color came out beautiful in my photos also. The material doesn't really wrinkle, so it was easy to pull out of the bag and throw on. It's not tight under the underarms, which made wearing it in the 100-degree weather much more comfortable." —dctreview

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 18 colors).

FYI, the straps are adjustable and depending on the style you order some front ties are functional and others are just for decor!

Promising review: "Omg best dress I’ve ever bought on Amazon. Super comfy. Past the knee so not too short, and stretchy so there is boob room. BUY IT!" —Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 22 colors and prints).

Promising review: "I bought this for my birthday party this month (July). The dress came on time, fit me perfectly in every area and the material was fantastic for the price. I found no downsides to this dress other than the mesh is hotter than it looks. Having been born in the summer I’m used to it but it’s definitely toasty! I thought it was a beautiful addition to my closet. Dark but not tacky is my fashion goal LOL. I found it to be a bit itchy, but I have the most sensitive skin of all time. Overall I’d buy this dress again, I loved it and so did everyone else!" —Kelly

Get it from Amazon for $36.98+ (available in sizes 2/4–18/20 and also in burgundy).

Promising review: "Soft, comfy, and great material. The color is vibrant. It fits true to size. I received a lot of compliments. It has pockets too!! I'm definitely buying more in other colors." —Latoya Santiago

Get it from Amazon for $25.49+ (available in sizes 14—26 and 39 colors).

Promising review: "Loved this dress! Very comfortable, love the length, the color, the pockets, and the quality fabric. I would highly recommend this dress to anyone and will certainly purchase it again." —Cathy

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 43 colors).

I know, I look SO elegant and not at all like I've been running on ~three hours of sleep a night for going on a week at this point of my vacation, right?! I packed it for Italy knowing that I'd be going in lots of churches and religious sites that require having your shoulders and knees covered, and I pulled it off with this by merely slipping the sleeves up higher (as seen on the right when visiting the church with The Mouth of Truth from A Roman Holiday...turns out I'm NOT a liar after all). But I owned this dress months before I touched down in Rome and have been racking up compliments from strangers on the streets of NYC thanks to this frock. ("Thanks! It's from Amazon!') It washes well, is super lightweight, and very easy to wear with a regular bra. The only thing it *doesn't* have is pockets. But I'll make an exception for this comfy beaut.

Get it from Amazon for $26.59+ (available in sizes XS–XL and seven colors).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress! It’s comfortable but also looks chic. I feel like it could be easily dressed up or down. I’ve worn mine as a halter and regularly tied as pictured. It does run a bit large so I would size down if you’re in between sizes. I ordered another color after receiving mine because it’s so great!" —Ally Estergard

Get it from Amazon for $23.19+ (available in sizes S–XL and eight colors/patterns).

Promising review: "This dress will be just right for summer! It stays put, which is essential in strapless dresses, and I can easily throw a sweater or jacket over it for cool evenings. This is a great length and fabric — very comfortable and cute!" —Judo5

Get it from Anthropologie for $168 (available in standard and petite sizes XXS–XL and plus sizes 1X–3X, and six patterns).

Promising review: "This is my new favorite dress! I absolutely love it. I go back and forth between an L and an XL and ordered an XL to be safe. It's a little big, but overall a great dress! It's lightweight enough to be extremely comfortable and breathable, but heavy enough that you can't see what's underneath. I highly recommend!" —T

Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 31 colors and prints).

Babita Tex is a New York-based clothing store. 

Get it from Babita Tex on Etsy for $38.50 (available in sizes S–XL).

Reviewers suggest ordering one size down if you don't want a loose, oversized fit.

Promising review: "I purchased this to have as a dinner dress for a cruise that my husband and I went on this past winter. It is very over-sized and loose so I ended up just wearing it as a walkaround lounge dress. But it is very comfortable and has pockets so that's a plus! The striped colors are cute too!" —Red's Wife

Get it from Amazon for $25.98+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 23 colors).

Promising review: "This summer dress is a must-have! I must have worn it at least once a week all summer long. It’s so comfortable and the material is breathable.. even on humid days. The pockets are ideal and the flutter cap sleeves couldn’t be cuter. I wore it with white sneakers, sandals and espadrilles so it’s very versatile. Looking forward to pulling it out of the closet next summer." —Nikki Scott

Get it from Amazon for $43.99+ (available in sizes 4–10 and three styles).

Hanalulu is a Hanoi, Vietnam-based slow fashion business. 

Promising review: "Beautiful, amazing quality and such a sweet person helped me. Will order again in the future!" —Isabella Murillo

Get it from Hanalulu on Etsy for $61.60+ (available in standard sizes or custom measurements).

Promising review: "It's stunning, breathtaking, and beautiful. It was love at first sight when I saw it. It's worth every penny! It makes you feel like a goddess! I got all the compliments! I'm definitely buying this dress in different prints. 🥰" —Kia Howard

Get it from Amazon for $47.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL and 11 colors).

Promising review: "I love this dress! I ordered it in the beige color first and I absolutely love the material! It is so light and airy and flowy!" —Ironlatina

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 27 styles).

Promising review: "This little dress is so perfect. It fits like a glove in my usual size, and I can wear it without a bra. Looking forward to styling it denim-on-denim when it warms up." —Tonia B.

Get it from Gap for $63 (available in regular and petite sizes XXS–XXL and three colors/prints).

Promising review: "This little dress is a delightful addition to any fashion-forward wardrobe. The mini dress exudes sophistication with its deep V-neckline and charming bow tie detail, adding a touch of elegance to your ensemble. It has a pretty lightweight and breathable fabric and it's perfect for staying cool and stylish during the warmer months. I wore this dress in white on Easter and received so many compliments! The mini length adds a flirty vibe, while the flowy silhouette ensures comfort and ease of movement. Whether you're attending a brunch with friends or a summer soirée, this dress is sure to turn heads!" —Petflix

Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 35 colors).

Promising review: "This dress looks just like it does in the picture. It's slightly sheer but you can't see through it really and it adds to the coolness. Very lightweight and perfect for super-hot weather. We are going on to a family reunion in American Samoa and it will be perfect for the weather. It is not stretchy at all but it is not form fitting either. It is a little boxy but it's kind of bohemian and cute. I really like it." —Jade Y, size 3XL

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes S–3XL and nine colors).

Promising review: "I’m 5'2" and currently 33 weeks pregnant. I’m normally a small and I ordered a small. The dress was snug, but is a stretchy material so it stretched well to fit the bump. I got a lot of compliments on it when I wore it to lunch and from others on social media. I’m short and wore flats so you’ll see it did not really go all the way down to the floor. It has adjustable straps and the material is like a thick sweater stretch material." —Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $34.98+ (available in sizes S–XL and eight designs).

Get it from City Chic for $89.99 (available in sizes 10–26).

Promising review: "Loved this dress! Wore it for my baby shower, and it was super comfortable and stretchy, but hugged the bump and all the right places. Love the adjustable straps and all the color options. The material wasn’t too heavy and was perfect for summer. 5’8, 30 weeks preg and about 163lbs currently, and the medium was perfect." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $52.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 10 colors).

Get it from Abercrombie & Fitch for $80 (available in petite, regular, and tall sizes XXS–XXL and six prints/colors).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress! I wore it to a very elegant dinner, and it was perfect for me. The size fit me perfectly, and the sleeves were great because they hid my arms, which I'm very insecure about. This dress is very comfortable. The cut is great as well. The fabric is light. The sparkles were simple but beautiful. I absolutely recommend this dress." —Yamira Escamilla

Get it from Amazon for $75.99+ (available in sizes M–4XL Plus and eight styles/colors).

Promising review: "Cutest and most practical mini dress ever! Love that there are shorts. This dress fits so well and is perfect for summer." —cfmiller

Get it from Abercrombie & Fitch for $75 (available in petite, regular, and tall sizes XXS–XXL and seven colors/prints).

Promising review: "Got many compliments on this one! Worked out great for a hot summer wedding!! 🌺" —Shannon F

Get it from Eloquii for $59.99 (available in sizes 14–32).

Promising review: "Bought this dress in lemon grass a WHILE ago. I was debating forever because of the price tag. It's actually SOOOOO cute and equally comfortable. No need for a bra, breathable fabric for hot summer days, and it hangs with relaxed yet fun vibes. Please make it in more colors!! want in turquoise and salsa colors." —Vagablonde7

Get it from Free People for $98 (available in sizes XS–XL and three colors).

Get it from Nooworks for $152 (available in sizes XS–5X and 25 other clothing pieces).

Promising review: "This is a unique dress. I've never owned an overall dress and I liked the way it looked... It fits well and is quite comfortable... I have worn it out shopping and out in public places. It pairs well with a simple t-shirt. It's one of my most beloved dresses now. I will add that it does have a little stretch to it and the straps are adjustable." —MesEHair

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and six washes).

Get it from Bloom Chic for $45.90 (available in sizes M–6X).

Get it from Aritzia for $103.60 (available in sizes 2XS–XL and 11 color combos).

Get it from Nina for $179 (available in sizes XXS–XXL).

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Elizabeth Lilly is a deputy editorial director with more than a decade of lifestyle journalism spanning a range of subjects under her (tool) belt that includes four and a half years at a home improvement magazine. 

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