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Mac DuggalScoop Neck Sleeveless Floral Brocade Sheath Midi Dress

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CROSBY By Mollie Burch Drewry Printed Satin Twill Crew Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fringe Shift Maxi DressCROSBY By Mollie Burch Drewry Printed Satin Twill Crew Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fringe Shift Maxi Dress

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Aidan Mattox Strapless Peplum Print Jacquard GownStrapless Peplum Print Jacquard Gown

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Ignite Evenings Foil Print Chiffon Capelet Overlay Matte Jersey Sheath DressFoil Print Chiffon Capelet Overlay Matte Jersey Sheath Dress

Ignite EveningsFoil Print Chiffon Capelet Overlay Matte Jersey Sheath Dress

Alex Evenings Stretch Tulle Chiffon Jacket Midi DressStretch Tulle Chiffon Jacket Midi Dress

Alex EveningsStretch Tulle Chiffon Jacket Midi Dress

Mac Duggal Bead Illusion Neck Crepe Midi DressBead Illusion Neck Crepe Midi Dress

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Jessica Howard Ruffle V-Neck Sleeveless Tie Waist Pleated Fit and Flare DressRuffle V-Neck Sleeveless Tie Waist Pleated Fit and Flare Dress

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Rated 4.5435 out of 5 starsRated 4.5435 out of 5 starsRated 4.5435 out of 5 starsRated 4.5435 out of 5 starsRated 4.5435 out of 5 stars(46)
Eliza J Sequin Taffeta Long Sleeve Boat Neck Bubble Hem DressSequin Taffeta Long Sleeve Boat Neck Bubble Hem Dress

Eliza JSequin Taffeta Long Sleeve Boat Neck Bubble Hem Dress

Rated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 starsRated 3.0 out of 5 stars(1)
Scoop Neck Sleeveless Floral Brocade Sheath Midi Dress

PLACEHOLDERScoop Neck Sleeveless Floral Brocade Sheath Midi Dress

Rated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 stars(3)

Mac DuggalLong Balloon Illusion Sleeve V-Neck Ruffle Tier Midi Dress

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PLACEHOLDERScoop Neck Sleeveless Floral Brocade Sheath Midi Dress

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Marina3/4 Sleeve Chiffon Overlay Shift Dress

Mac DuggalTulle Sweetheart Neck Midi Dress

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PLACEHOLDERScoop Neck Sleeveless Floral Brocade Sheath Midi Dress

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Karen KaneSequin Scoop Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fit And Flare Dress

BCBGScuba Strapless Belted Sleeveless Sheath Maxi Dress

PLACEHOLDERScoop Neck Sleeveless Floral Brocade Sheath Midi Dress

Rated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 starsRated 4.3333 out of 5 stars(3)

Mac DuggalFloral Beaded Mesh Flutter Sleeve Midi Dress

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Preston & YorkValentine Long Sleeve Ruffle Crepe Dress

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Mac DuggalIllusion Mock Neck Sleeveless Mesh Micro Ruffle Mini Dress

Eliza JRuffle Shoulder Sleeveless Boat Neck Scuba Sheath Dress

Only size 6 available
Rated 4.375 out of 5 starsRated 4.375 out of 5 starsRated 4.375 out of 5 starsRated 4.375 out of 5 starsRated 4.375 out of 5 stars(16)

Betsy & AdamOne Shoulder Long Sleeve Mesh Gown

ELLIATTTasmin Floral Jacquard Round Keyhole Neck Short Puff Sleeve Mini Dress

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Mac DuggalSweetheart Neck Sequin Mini Ruffle Tiered Train Dress

Rated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 stars(2)

Terani CoutureMatte Satin Asymmetric Neckline Ruffle Peplum Midi Dress

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Aidan MattoxCrepe Back Satin Beaded Crew Neck Dolman Sleeves Sheath Midi Dress

BardotLeiden Sequin Long Sleeve Mini Dress

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KARL LAGERFELD PARISScuba Crepe Halter Mock Neck Back Tie Bow Sleeveless Dress

Eliza JSequin Collared Long Sleeve A-Line Shirt Dress

Mac DuggalPuff Sleeve Tweed Midi Dress With Beaded Belt

Adrianna PapellJacquard Floral Print Sleeveless Midi Dress

MarinaSequin Embroidered Mesh Lace 3/4 Sleeve Sheath Dress

Mestiza New YorkAdria Woven Beaded Bow Applique Round Neck Short Sleeve Column Gown

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Mac DuggalFloral Embroidered Sweetheart Cap Sleeve Dress

Rated 1.0 out of 5 starsRated 1.0 out of 5 starsRated 1.0 out of 5 starsRated 1.0 out of 5 starsRated 1.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Eliza JSequin Crew Neck Cap Sleeve Side Tuck Side Beading Sheath Dress

Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(3)

ELANBoat Neck Cap Sleeve Side Slit Ruched Midi Dress

Mac DuggalCrepe Printed Strapless Midi Dress

Adrianna PapellStretch Crepe Surplice V-Neckline Short Floral Sleeve Dress

Rated 4.2273 out of 5 starsRated 4.2273 out of 5 starsRated 4.2273 out of 5 starsRated 4.2273 out of 5 starsRated 4.2273 out of 5 stars(22)

Mac DuggalFloral Embellished Mesh V-Neck Flutter Short Sleeve Sheath Dress

Rated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 starsRated 4.5 out of 5 stars(4)

Donna KaranGold Sequin Mesh Cowl Neck Sleeveless Midi Dress

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BCBGOrganza Mock Neck Long Illusion Sleeve Dotted Shift Dress

SIENAMesh Ruched Bodycon Midi Dress

Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(3)

Maggy LondonCrew Neck Short Dolman Sleeve Faux Wrap Midi Sheath Dress

Rated 3.8636 out of 5 starsRated 3.8636 out of 5 starsRated 3.8636 out of 5 starsRated 3.8636 out of 5 starsRated 3.8636 out of 5 stars(22)

KARL LAGERFELD PARISStretch Velvet Square Neck Sleeveless Belted Chiffon Dress

Sam EdelmanChiffon Long Sleeve Ruffled Dark Rose Sheath Mini Dress

Mac DuggalRhinestone Crew Neckline Short Sleeve Midi Dress

Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Kay UngerElliot Stretch Crepe Asymmetric Waistline Pleated Midi Dress

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Julia JordanOrganza Collar Neckline Long Sleeve Floral Belted Maxi Shirt Dress

Maggy LondonFloral Print Mesh Crew Neck Long Sleeve Sheath Midi Dress

Ignite EveningsMetallic Knit Surplice Neck 3/4 Sleeve Cascade Skirt Sheath Dress

Adrianna PapellAdrianna by Adrianna Papell Sequin Plunge V-Neck Rhinestone Bow Sheath Mini Dress

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Dress the PopulationSonia Sweetheart Neck Long Sleeve Midi Dress

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(2)

Steve MaddenAlix Strapless Ruffle Mini Dress

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R & M RichardsFestival Crinkle V-Neck 3/4 Balloon Sleeve Metallic Wrap Midi Dress

Only size 6, 8 available

Dress the PopulationCosette Sleeveless Corset Midi Dress

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Terani CoutureStrapless 3D Floral Applique Jacquard Sheath Dress

Le BosTwo Tone Loop Trim 2-Piece Jacket Dress

Mac DuggalChiffon V-Neck Sleeveless Faux Wrap Flowy Midi Dress

Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(2)

Never Fully DressedMara Tilly Gold Fleck Abstract One Shoulder Sheath Maxi Dress

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Line and DotArden V-Neck Sleeveless Velvet Mini Dress

Contemporary

Tadashi ShojiEmbroidered Chiffon Lace Crew Neck Short Sleeve Sheath Dress

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Aidan MattoxBeaded Mesh Cape Sleeves Front Keyhole Long Dress

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Aidan MattoxBeaded Mesh Short Sleeve Column Long Gown

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Dress the PopulationHolly Metallic V-Neck Long Bishop Sleeve Pleated Midi Dress

ContemporaryInternet Exclusive
Only size S available

Caroline RoseGeorgette Short Flutter Sleeve Matte Crepe Scoop Neck Midi Shift Dress

Rated 4.25 out of 5 starsRated 4.25 out of 5 starsRated 4.25 out of 5 starsRated 4.25 out of 5 starsRated 4.25 out of 5 stars(4)

Adelyn RaeAria Satin V-Neck Capelet Sheath Mini Dress

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JS CollectionsEmiliana Asymmetrical Neckline Embroidered Velvet Sheath Midi Dress

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Eliza JSequin Halter Mock Neck Tiered A-Line Dress

Kay UngerAllegra Textured Jacquard Split V-Neckline Sleeveless A-Line Midi Dress

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Layered With LoveEvelyn Long Sleeve Lace Trim Midi Dress

SIENASpaghetti Strap V-Neck Pleated Midi Dress

Mac DuggalSequined Long Sleeve High Neck Midi Dress

Adrianna PapellNovelty Knit 3/4 Bell Sleeve Crepe Sheath Dress

Only size 2, 14 available

Kay UngerTessa Floral Print Organza Crew Neck Sleeveless A-Line Midi Dress

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Mac DuggalStrapless Oversized Bow Fit and Flare Mini Dress

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(4)

Terani CoutureBeaded Trim Strapless Crepe Sheath Midi Dress

Adrianna PapellSquare Neck Sleeveless 3D Flower Applique Mikado A-Line Midi Dress

Only size 14 available

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ContemporaryInternet Exclusive
Only size XS available

Mac DuggalFloral Brocade Strapless Sleeveless Gathered Skirt Side Pocket Midi A-Line Dress

Rated 4.8333 out of 5 starsRated 4.8333 out of 5 starsRated 4.8333 out of 5 starsRated 4.8333 out of 5 starsRated 4.8333 out of 5 stars(6)

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Kay UngerFloral Belted Jacquard Midi Dress

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Only size 6, 8 available
Rated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 starsRated 5.0 out of 5 stars(4)

Adrianna PapellSilky Taffeta Collared V-Neck Oversize Bow Sash 3/4 Sleeve Button Front Shirt Midi Dress

Only size 12, 14 available
Rated 3.8 out of 5 starsRated 3.8 out of 5 starsRated 3.8 out of 5 starsRated 3.8 out of 5 starsRated 3.8 out of 5 stars(5)

Pisarro NightsBeaded Mesh Crew Neck Cap Sleeve Midi Dress

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Le BosRound Neck 3/4 Sleeve Embroidered Mesh Trim Textured 2-Piece Jacket Dress

Rated 4.5333 out of 5 starsRated 4.5333 out of 5 starsRated 4.5333 out of 5 starsRated 4.5333 out of 5 starsRated 4.5333 out of 5 stars(30)

Adrianna PapellAdrianna by Adrianna Papell Stretch Crepe V-Notch Sleeveless Satin Sheath Mini Dress

Adrianna PapellBeaded Mesh Boat Neck Sleeveless Fringe Sheath Dress

Adrianna PapellNovelty Knit Crew Neck Sleeveless Lace Hem Sheath Midi Dress

Rated 4.0 out of 5 starsRated 4.0 out of 5 starsRated 4.0 out of 5 starsRated 4.0 out of 5 starsRated 4.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Caroline RoseBella Soiree Embroidered Mesh Lace 3/4 Bell Sleeve Shift Dress

Rated 4.1429 out of 5 starsRated 4.1429 out of 5 starsRated 4.1429 out of 5 starsRated 4.1429 out of 5 starsRated 4.1429 out of 5 stars(7)

Steve MaddenVivienne Crystal Studded Mock Neck Long Sleeve Lace Midi Dress

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Oleg Cassini3D Flower Petal Mesh V-Neck Cap Sleeve Midi Gown

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MarinaJacquard Brocade Sleeveless High Low A-Line Midi Dress

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Mac DuggalV-Neck Sequined Long Sleeve Sheath Dress

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Damaris BaileyBlanca Duchess Satin Sweetheart Neck Strapless Midi Dress

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Mac DuggalEmbellished Mesh V-Neck Flutter Sleeve A-Line Midi Dress

Rated 3.5 out of 5 starsRated 3.5 out of 5 starsRated 3.5 out of 5 starsRated 3.5 out of 5 starsRated 3.5 out of 5 stars(2)

Mac DuggalShort Flutter Sleeve Plunge V-Neck Floral Print A-Line Dress

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Rated 4.4762 out of 5 starsRated 4.4762 out of 5 starsRated 4.4762 out of 5 starsRated 4.4762 out of 5 starsRated 4.4762 out of 5 stars(21)
Marina Bodre Pleated Knit Crew Neck Sleeveless Smocked Waist GownBodre Pleated Knit Crew Neck Sleeveless Smocked Waist Gown

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