I Refuse to Gatekeep This $35 Maxi Dress On Amazon

Hear us out: Finding the best dresses on Amazon is a kind of art. As it turns out, the place where you buy your cleaning supplies in bulk also happens to feature some surprisingly stylish dresses—if you know where to look. Cherry-picking from site-specific brands, like Zesica, Prettygarden, Anrabess, and The Drop, along with familiar favorite labels such as Madewell, Astr the Label, and Norma Kamali, you’ll find a dress that work for any number of occasions. And like most things on Amazon Prime, they’re frequently on sale and arrive in a few days—good news if you’re last-minute dress shopping. Ahead, our editors have pulled together the very best Amazon dresses for women, including party dresses appropriate for a winter wedding, work, or simply lounging around with friends.

Best Maxi Dresses on Amazon

Maxi dresses are some of the most versatile pieces you can have hanging in your closet. They’re hard-working, one-and-done outfits—often dramatic enough for more formal occasions like weddings, yet full-coverage enough for work or a nice brunch with family. A current favorite: the Prettygarden dress below is a favorite of Glamour readers. Flowy and romantic, with puff sleeves and ruffled tiers, the boho bestseller comes in a wide range of colors and patterns, and is blissfully under $50. Style it with boots, strappy heels, or white sneakers for a look that works year-round. We also co-sign a clingy bodycon dress in rich chocolate brown (one of winter’s biggest color trends), along with strapless, off-the-shoulder picks that tap into the drop-waist silhouette.

Best Midi Dresses on Amazon

Not too long, not too short—the midi dress hits that highly-wearable middle ground. This mix includes everything from an easy A-line denim midi with a fitted bodice and hidden pockets (thank god), to a Free People slip dress that strikes the balance between dreamy and daring with its floral print, lace, and bead detailing. For something bolder, here’s a ruched leopard-print midi, while a ribbed-knit tank dress feels especially put together styled with ballet flats and a cardigan.

Best Sweater Dresses on Amazon

With the dive (The Drop, if you will) in temperatures, you have the perfect excuse to add some warm knits to cart. Amazon has some of the best sweater dresses, including a sleek, boat-neck midi that looks elegant with loafers or knee-high boots; a preppier option that combines nautical stripes with a pleated skirt; a slouchy mini dress that’s snow-day-coded layered over fleece-lined tights; and an Astr the Label maxi dress that’s sexier than you might expect from a sweater, owing to its plunging neckline and thigh slit.

Best Wedding Guest Dresses on Amazon

In the bridesmaid season of your life? Never fear; there are plenty of great wedding guest dresses on Amazon that are beautiful and budget-friendly. Find under-$100 chic cocktail dresses, fit-and-flare formal dresses that are black-tie-ready, and even a knit dress to keep you (mostly) warm for that random winter wedding or party.

Best Work Dresses on Amazon

Amazon has plenty of excellent work dresses that feel buttoned-up without being boring—and that are suitable for a range of office environments. Standouts of note: a knee-length Maggy London number with a subtly asymmetric neckline that adds visual interest, a sweeping knit midi dress finished with a waist tie, a tailored faux suede maxi that practically begs for a leather work bag, and a cool Norma Kamali T-shirt dress.

Best Casual Dresses on Amazon

Of all the categories, Amazon likely has the biggest selection of dresses you’ll actually want to wear day to day, outside the bounds of the office and special occasions. The range spans nearly every brand, style, and budget imaginable, so to narrow it down, we’ve pulled together everyday favorites like casual sundresses and babydoll dresses with short sleeves that transition easily into spring and summer. Is it beach vacation season yet?