A variety of formal occasions from date parties to Senior Prom and Interfaternity Sing require dresses to wow the crowd. If you want a sexy, modest, chic, or affordable dress, these three stores have them all.
Nasty Gal: Sexy and Daring
Daring V-neck plunges, open backs, crazy cut-outs, and eye-catching prints, Nasty Gal’s dresses will definitely get you double-takes. These dresses are great for clubs and making a statement when you walk into a room. Because most of these dresses are so loud on their own, make sure to wear simple accessories so that the dresses can speak for themselves.
Reverse Take a Hint Maxi//$78
French Love Dress//$68
Betina Dress//$58
Nasty Gal Electric Lazy Land Dress//$88
Reverse Bonita Dress//$78
One Over Skater Dress//$48
Knot Over You//$48
Nasty Gal x Shakuhachi Coming Up Roses Dress//$198
Mariah Dress//$88
Helix Dress//$68
Forever 21: Affordable and Versatile
Cute prints, cheap prices, and versatility makes Forever 21’s dresses perfect for girls that do not want to drop too much on a formal dress. Luckily there are a wide variety of ways you can dress up or dress down these dresses based on how you accessorize. For formal occasions, stack on your best jewelry, break out the red lipstick, show off your legs with your favorite heels, and have fun with your hair. For casual days, these dresses can be worn-down with a jean jacket or sandals.
Knotted Maxi Dress//$17.80
Chiffon Halter Maxi Dress//$24.80
Lovely Lace Pleated Dress//$29.80
Cut Out Maxi Dress//$22.80
Strapless Black Dress//$17.80
Fit and Flare Faux Leather Dress//$19.80
Floral Cutout Babydoll Dress//$15.80
Blue Chiffon Dress//$14.80
Floral Print Cami Dress//$19.80
Crossback Floral Dress//$10.80
Abstract Pleated Dress//$17.80
Paisley Elephant Maxi Dress//$19.80
Nordstrom: High Quality and Timeless
Flattering seam lines, tailored fit, classic colors and shape, Nordstrom’s dresses provide high quality and longevity. These dresses can easily become staple pieces in your wardrobe that you can wear not only to formal, but also to future business events or special occasions. So, paying a little bit more for a dress that can go a long way will probably be worth the extra cost.
BBDakota Renley Dress//$88
Jessica Simpson Tiered Scallop Lace Minidress//$88
(p.s. This dress used to be $148!)
Xscape Lace Cap Sleeve Jersey Body-Con Dress//$188
Topshop Strapless Bandage Dress//$84
MINKPINK Ponte Knit Body-Con Dress//$69
T by Alexander Wang Double Knit Scuba Dress//$135
(p.s. This dress used to be $225! And it’s Alexander Wang!)
Lush Cage Back Skater Dress//$48
MINKPINK Surrender Dress//$88
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