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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.

Promising review: "What a gorgeous dress! I spotted it on Instagram and ordered it immediately. It fits well and is ankle length, and the print of the floaty fabric is subtle and beautiful. The body is lined in duck egg blue, and the sleeves are sheer. I am looking forward to wearing it at a wedding next weekend with a duck egg blue hat, several rows of pearls, and nude shoes." —Lynn

Price: $256 (originally $320; available in sizes 0–18)

Promising review: "I wasn't expecting to love this dress as much as I do, but the Naomi Short Sleeve Dress in Blue has totally earned a spot in my regular rotation. It's the kind of dress that makes getting dressed easy — just throw it on and instantly look put-together. The blue is even prettier in person — somewhere between bold and classic — and it somehow works for just about any occasion. I've worn it to work, out to dinner, and even just running errands when I wanted to feel a little more polished. Also, shout out to the strangers and friends who've complimented it — it's been a while since a dress got this much love. Boden really nailed it with this one." —THEkateP

Price: $88+ (originally $110; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and 11 colors)

Promising review: "Lovely dress, good quality linen and knee length, which I like. You can't go wrong with navy. I wore this with smart heeled sandals to a conference, but will also wear it for everyday with flat sandals." —Lorraine

Price: $87.99+ (originally $220; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and three colors)

Promising review: "This is a stunning dress and fits as beautifully as it hangs off the figure. It must be noted that I very nearly got put off buying it by the reviews saying the neck was fixed and that people couldn't get it over their heads. I burst out laughing at this when it arrived. The neck is as adjustable as you like! Tied by a tie at the back. The hole people were trying to shove their heads through is just a design hole for the chest area, not for your head!!!!" —Anna

Price: $67.99+ (originally $170; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and four colors)

Promising review: "I bought this dress for a vacation to Italy, and I can't wait to wear it. It's gorgeous! I would love to have pockets, but I honestly think they would spoil the lines of this dress. Fabric quality is awesome." —Ann M

Price: $189+ (originally $270; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and five colors)

Promising review: "I fell in love the minute I put this dress on! It is smooth, crisp cotton that is substantial enough to be crisp, but light enough that it won't be hot (Maryland can be very hot and humid in the spring and summer). It has a nice deep V, and is just the right amount fitted. The belted waist offsets the voluminous sleeves and skirt. The skirt falls to my low calf. The sleeves are gorgeous! The print has a lot of energy, with beautiful blue and brown. I plan to wear this for my son's high school graduation and some other events this spring. I feel beautiful in it!" —Jbootgirl

Price: $192+ (originally $249; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and five colors)

Promising review: "I bought this dress for hot summer days, and the cotton fabric is light, airy and very comfortable in the heat. It is versatile enough to wear casually during the day, but could also work well for a low-key garden party or similar summer occasion. I particularly love the belt detail and the neckline, which make the dress feel a little more special. It fits true to size; I usually wear a UK 8 and the UK 8 fits me well." —Hanna

Price: $160 (available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and five colors)

Promising review: "I waited this to a friends wedding and had loads of compliments. The colours are gorgeous and the fit bridges comfort with elegance." —Catharine

Price: $107.99+ (originally $270; available in sizes 0–18, three lengths, and two colors)

Promising review: "I adore this dress! It's a great fit, elegant, and can be dressed up or worn casually. I feel so wonderful in it. Love it so much that I bought the black!" —Elizabeth

Price: $87.99+ (originally $220; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and two colors)

Promising review: "Absolutely gorgeous dress. Fits beautifully and true to size. Great body shape. I want more of these dresses!" —Kim

Price: $176+ (originally $220; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and two colors)

Price: $119 (available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and two colors)

Promising review: "Beautiful summer dress! The color is gorgeous and, as always with Boden knit dresses, the fabric is a perfect weight. Would be a great item for travel as it is wrinkle resistant and can easily be dressed up or down." —Dawn

Price: $58.99+ (originally $149; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and four colors)

Promising review: "Wonderful dress overall- lovely cut across the neckline and shoulders and tuck in just the right place. Really pleased also with the colour. Good quality overall. Wearing it on holiday next week - delighted with my purchase - well done Boden." —Deborah

Price: $43.99+ (originally $110; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and four colors)

Promising review: "I am between a US 8 and 10. The 10 fit better. Because it has such lovely tailoring and NO SPANDEX (thank you)! it is very flattering. The fabric feels amazing on the skin. Can't wait for warmer days!" —Angie

Price: $176+ (originally $220; available in sizes 2–22, three lengths, and five colors)

Promising review: "At first I was on the fence about this dress, but then I tried it on with the right bra and bingo! I fell in love! Without that right bra, I felt kind of frumpy, so if you're in doubt, switch it up. I was also afraid of the length. I'm not as tall as the model in the pictures, so it hits me just above the ankle (I was hoping for it to fall right below the knee), but my bestie assured me this is the length people are after right now and that it looks perfect, so I'm at peace with it. Any dress with pockets is a win in my book, too. I would definitely recommend it." —Alicia

Price: $136+ (originally $170; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and six colors)

Promising review: "I'm delighted with the fit, I have a hard time finding elegant dresses that are low necklines but not too revealing. I bought this for a few summer events but feel like it can be adapted to other seasons as well. The quality is above and beyond, and the style is gorgeous and enviable." —Gloria

Price: $123.99+ (originally $249; available in sizes 0–18, two lengths, and two colors)

Promising review: "Absolutely adore this dress — crisp fabric, lined, pockets. Design is creative and makes it a showstopper. A whole host of occasions it would suit. Very happy with my purchase. True to size." —SUSAN

Price: $249 (available in sizes 0–22, two lengths, and two colors)

Promising review: "The detail on this dress is so special- worth every penny! Again, definitely true to size. Perfect for a summer party or on a night out to a nice restaurant!" —Virginia

Price: $209.30+ (originally $299; available in sizes 0–22, two lengths, and two colors)

Promising review: "In love with this print, material, and fit. It's great for summer, have already received so many compliments for it. Great soft linen, I have worn it for work and a night out, and it looked great. Hoping to get more." —AH

Price: $127.99+ (originally $320; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and six colors)

Price: $224 (originally $320; available in sizes 0–22)

Promising review: "Magnificent silk dress for two weddings (for one the dress code is countryside theme). Easy to wear comfortable, accessories easy to find with all the colors. High quality and timeless. A style that suits everyone." —Marine

Price: $209.99+ (originally $420; available in sizes 0–12, three lengths, and two colors)

Promising review: "Gorgeous dress, very flattering, easy to wear, even on a hot day, the silk fabric was just perfect." —Megan

Price: $294+ (originally $420; available in sizes 0–18, three lengths, and two colors)

Promising review: "Fits true to size. I love design details at neckline. Fabric is comfortable and well constructed. Little difficult to get on but not deal breaker." —Carol

Price: $54.99+ (originally $110; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and six colors)

Promising review: "This dress is darling! It is entirely comfortable, and the V-neck and puff sleeves make it look stylish, never sloppy." —Ashley

Price: $38.99+ (originally $99; available in sizes 0–22, two lengths, and four colors)

Promising review: "This dress fits like a glove! I wore it to a formal wedding last weekend and received many complements on it." —Christine

Price: $174.30+ (originally $249; available in sizes 0–22, two lengths, and four colors)

Promising review: "Good quality dark denim. Perfect for an English summer day though too hot for sweltering Mediterranean heat." —Janet

Price: $109.99+ (originally $220; available in sizes 0–22, two lengths, and two colors)

FYI: The sweater styled around the model's waist is sold separately. 

Promising review: "Absolutely love this dress, so lovely to have a high neck dress which is suitable for wearing to work. The material as always, is great quality and feels lovely and soft and stretchy." —Paula

Price: $173.99+ (originally $149; available in sizes 0–22, three lengths, and seven colors)

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The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.