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Adrianna Papell Short Sleeve Smocked Midi Floral Printed DressShort Sleeve Smocked Midi Floral Printed Dress

Adrianna PapellShort Sleeve Smocked Midi Floral Printed Dress

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Allison & Kelly Short Sleeve Smocked Empire Waist Babydoll Tiered Mini DressShort Sleeve Smocked Empire Waist Babydoll Tiered Mini Dress
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Allison & KellyShort Sleeve Smocked Empire Waist Babydoll Tiered Mini Dress

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Donna Karan Cotton Sateen Floral Print Surplice Neck Midi DressCotton Sateen Floral Print Surplice Neck Midi Dress

Donna KaranCotton Sateen Floral Print Surplice Neck Midi Dress

Faherty Sophia Woven Scoop Neck Smocked Empire Waist DressSophia Woven Scoop Neck Smocked Empire Waist Dress

FahertySophia Woven Scoop Neck Smocked Empire Waist Dress

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Allison & Kelly Smocked V-Neck Short Sleeve Babydoll DressSmocked V-Neck Short Sleeve Babydoll Dress

Allison & KellySmocked V-Neck Short Sleeve Babydoll Dress

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GB Tie Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Maxi DressTie Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Maxi Dress

GBTie Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Maxi Dress

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Moda Tara Floral Printed V-Neck Long Sleeve Chiffon Maxi DressFloral Printed V-Neck Long Sleeve Chiffon Maxi Dress

Moda TaraFloral Printed V-Neck Long Sleeve Chiffon Maxi Dress

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Ignite Evenings Plus Size Short Sleeve V-Neck Tiered Floral Midi DressPlus Size Short Sleeve V-Neck Tiered Floral Midi Dress

Ignite EveningsPlus Size Short Sleeve V-Neck Tiered Floral Midi Dress

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Short Sleeve Smocked Midi Floral Printed Dress

PLACEHOLDERShort Sleeve Smocked Midi Floral Printed Dress

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CROSBY by Mollie BurchEvie Linen Blend Floral Fruit Print Empire Waist Printed Midi Dress

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FahertyCoastal Elia Woven Short Sleeve Smocked Dress

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PLACEHOLDERShort Sleeve Smocked Midi Floral Printed Dress

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Ignite EveningsShort Sleeve V-Neck Tiered Floral Midi Dress

Rated 4.6957 out of 5 starsRated 4.6957 out of 5 starsRated 4.6957 out of 5 starsRated 4.6957 out of 5 starsRated 4.6957 out of 5 stars(23)

Allison & KellyFloral Print Flutter Sleeve Empire Waist Smocked Bodice Tiered Babydoll Dress

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PLACEHOLDERShort Sleeve Smocked Midi Floral Printed 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)

Steve MaddenYazmina Printed Halter Neck Sleeveless Maxi Dress

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Midnight DollEmbroidered Eyelet Tie Shoulder Smocked Tiered Ruffle Dress

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PLACEHOLDERShort Sleeve Smocked Midi Floral Printed 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)

LulusSinclair Flutter Sleeve Satin Jacquard Mini Dress

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Alex EveningsPlus Size Surplice Neck Ruched Waist Embroidered Tulle Midi Dress

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Maggy LondonFloral Print Halter Neck Charmeuse Long Dress

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Le' AL.XLinen Pleated Strapless Button Front Empire Waist Midi Dress

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XscapeStrapless Jacquard Burnout A-Line Floral Gown

WranglerWrangler® Retro® Sleeveless Tiered 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(2)

R & M RichardsCrinkle Metallic Cape Sleeve Rhinestone Detail V-Neck Empire Waist Gown

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Alex EveningsMesh Short Illusion Embellished Sleeve V-Neck Empire Waist Dress

Pear CultureFoiled Mesh Scoop Neck Corkscrew Ruffled High-Low Dress

Juniors

Ignite EveningsFloral Print Chiffon Tea Length Flutter Sleeve Tiered Dress

Only size 14, 16 available

City VibeFloral Printed Tie Shoulder Empire Waist Tiered Midi Dress

Juniors
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)

MELLODAYFloral Chiffon V-Neck Long Bell Sleeve Ruffle Tiered Empire Waist Maxi Dress

Alex EveningsPlus Size Lace Soutache Surplice Neck Short Sleeve Empire Waist Gown

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Ignite EveningsShimmer Bodre V-Neck Knot Front Short Flutter Sleeve Pointed Hem Empire Midi Dress

Rated 2.6667 out of 5 starsRated 2.6667 out of 5 starsRated 2.6667 out of 5 starsRated 2.6667 out of 5 starsRated 2.6667 out of 5 stars(3)

Allison & KellyEmbroidered Chiffon Short Puff Sleeve Tie Back Dress

Juniors

Petal & PupJosie Square Neck Sleeveless Maxi Dress

ContemporaryInternet Exclusive
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)

Dear MoonStriped Poplin Square Neck Short Puff Sleeve Bow Back Dress

Juniors

City BluesCotton Blend Floral Print Square Neck Sleeveless 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)

AriatSweetie Square Neck Puff Sleeve Smocked Empire Waist 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)

Liverpool Los AngelesJacquard Stripe V-Neck Sleeveless Midi Dress

Le BosLivia Jolie By Le Bos Floral Print Mock Wrap Flutter Sleeve Midi Dress

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Printed Linen Blend Sweetheart Sleeveless Empire Waist High Low Midi Dress

1. STATEWoven Abstract Print V-Neck Sleeveless Tiered Empire Waist A-Line Maxi Dress

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EvolutionaryEyelet Tie Front Tiered Maxi Dress

Juniors

B. DarlinSatin Floral Printed Midi Dress

Internet ExclusiveJuniors

Allison & KellyLong Sleeve Empire Smock Waist Jacquard Babydoll Dress

Juniors

EvolutionaryEmma Corset Front Slit Midi Dress

Juniors

Dear MoonSweetheart Neck Bow Back Babydoll Dress

Juniors

Midnight DollFloral Printed Short Puff Sleeve Smocked Tie Front Tiered Midi Dress

Juniors
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)

Midnight DollSatin Floral Printed V-Neck Draped Back Maxi Dress

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Ignite EveningsFloral Print Tiered Chiffon Midi Dress

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Maggy LondonLeaf Print Halter Neck Midi Dress

Jessica HowardPlus Size Sleeveless V-Neck Pleated Metallic Knit Gown

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SplendidMaven Maxi Dress

ContemporaryInternet Exclusive

Rip CurlCatalina Twist Dress

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French ConnectionPhoebe Ponte Alicia Linen Square Neck Sleeveless Empire Waist Maxi Dress

Contemporary

FahertySunseeker Knit Vintage Floral Scoop Neck Sleeveless Empire Waist Midi Dress

ContemporaryInternet Exclusive
Only size XS, XL available
Rated 4.0763 out of 5 starsRated 4.0763 out of 5 starsRated 4.0763 out of 5 starsRated 4.0763 out of 5 starsRated 4.0763 out of 5 stars(118)

FahertySunbeam Organic Cotton Knit Scoop Neck Sleeveless Empire Waist A-Line Midi Dress

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Honey and RosieStrapless Bandeau Rhinestone Trim Keyhole Front Tiered Dress

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ASTR the LabelShionagh Sweetheart Neck Sleeveless Empire Waist Pleated Midi Dress

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A Loves AFloral Print Round Neck Sleeveless Empire Waist Belted Maxi Dress

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Rated 2.0 out of 5 starsRated 2.0 out of 5 starsRated 2.0 out of 5 starsRated 2.0 out of 5 starsRated 2.0 out of 5 stars(1)

Rip CurlSurf Side Short Sleeve Yardage Print Empire Waist Dress

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Allison & KellyFloral Print V-Neck Flutter Sleeve Smocked Maxi Dress

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Allison & KellyPrinted Scoop Neck Smocked Long Sleeve Dress

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Free PeopleBali Belle Floral Print Deep V-Neck Cap Sleeve Lace Detail Midi Dress

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Allison & KellyFloral Print V-Neck Long Sleeve Smocked Tiered Babydoll Dress

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RoxySirena Square Neck Cap Sleeve Empire Waist Ruffle Hem Mini Dress

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Allison & KellyPlaid Printed Bow Front Smocked Long Sleeve Dress

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RoxyBalmy Sunset Sleeveless Printed Linen Blend Maxi Dress

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B. DarlinGingham Print Tie Strap Sweetheart Neck Trim Detail Babydoll Dress

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City VibeSpaghetti Strap Pleated Foil Babydoll Dress

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City VibePlaid Square Neck Puff Sleeve Velvet Bow Front Smocked Back Dress

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Allison & KellyFloral Print V-Neck Short Flutter Sleeve Smocked Babydoll Dress

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Allison & Kelly Burnout Printed V-Neck Ruched Front Long Sleeve DressBurnout Printed V-Neck Ruched Front Long Sleeve Dress

Allison & KellyBurnout Printed V-Neck Ruched Front Long Sleeve Dress

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