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Antonio Melani Gabriella Crew Neck Short Sleeve Satin Maxi DressGabriella Crew Neck Short Sleeve Satin Maxi Dress

Antonio MelaniGabriella Crew Neck Short Sleeve Satin Maxi Dress

Contemporary Dillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 stars(4)
Gibson & Latimer Crepe Knit Asymmetric Neck One Shoulder Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Ruched Sheath Midi DressCrepe Knit Asymmetric Neck One Shoulder Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Ruched Sheath Midi Dress

Gibson & LatimerCrepe Knit Asymmetric Neck One Shoulder Off-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Ruched Sheath Midi Dress

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Rated 4.42 out of 5 starsRated 4.42 out of 5 starsRated 4.42 out of 5 starsRated 4.42 out of 5 starsRated 4.42 out of 5 stars(300)
Ignite Evenings Embroidered Soutache Floral Lace Illusion Round Neck Short Sleeve Midi DressEmbroidered Soutache Floral Lace Illusion Round Neck Short Sleeve Midi Dress

Ignite EveningsEmbroidered Soutache Floral Lace Illusion Round Neck Short Sleeve Midi Dress

Rated 4.18 out of 5 starsRated 4.18 out of 5 starsRated 4.18 out of 5 starsRated 4.18 out of 5 starsRated 4.18 out of 5 stars(85)
CeCe Plus Size Bow Mock Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Hem A-Line DressPlus Size Bow Mock Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Hem A-Line Dress

CeCePlus Size Bow Mock Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Hem A-Line Dress

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Rated 4.86 out of 5 starsRated 4.86 out of 5 starsRated 4.86 out of 5 starsRated 4.86 out of 5 starsRated 4.86 out of 5 stars(21)
Calvin Klein Scuba Crepe Short Tulip Sleeve V-Neck A-Line Midi DressScuba Crepe Short Tulip Sleeve V-Neck A-Line Midi Dress

Calvin KleinScuba Crepe Short Tulip Sleeve V-Neck A-Line Midi Dress

Rated 4.57 out of 5 starsRated 4.57 out of 5 starsRated 4.57 out of 5 starsRated 4.57 out of 5 starsRated 4.57 out of 5 stars(120)
Ignite Evenings Round Neck Short Sleeve Sequin Lace Midi DressRound Neck Short Sleeve Sequin Lace Midi Dress

Ignite EveningsRound Neck Short Sleeve Sequin Lace Midi Dress

Rated 4.42 out of 5 starsRated 4.42 out of 5 starsRated 4.42 out of 5 starsRated 4.42 out of 5 starsRated 4.42 out of 5 stars(171)
Ignite Evenings Jewel V-Neck Short Sleeve Georgette Tiered Capelet Shift DressJewel V-Neck Short Sleeve Georgette Tiered Capelet Shift Dress

Ignite EveningsJewel V-Neck Short Sleeve Georgette Tiered Capelet Shift Dress

Rated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 stars(281)
Adrianna Papell Floral Lace Embroidery V-Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Mini A-Line DressFloral Lace Embroidery V-Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Mini A-Line Dress

Adrianna PapellFloral Lace Embroidery V-Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Mini A-Line Dress

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Gabriella Crew Neck Short Sleeve Satin Maxi Dress

PLACEHOLDERGabriella Crew Neck Short Sleeve Satin Maxi Dress

Contemporary Dillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 stars(4)

Mac DuggalMock Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Ruffled Pleated Embellished A-Line Midi Dress

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

KARL LAGERFELD PARISShort Sleeve Scuba Embellished Peter Pan Collar Fit and Flare Dress

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

PLACEHOLDERGabriella Crew Neck Short Sleeve Satin Maxi Dress

Contemporary Dillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 stars(4)

Blondie NitesScuba Off-The-Shoulder Pearl Bow Dress

Juniors

Ignite EveningsPlus Size Crew Neck Short Sleeve Embroidered Soutache Lace Illusion Midi Dress

Plus
Rated 4.48 out of 5 starsRated 4.48 out of 5 starsRated 4.48 out of 5 starsRated 4.48 out of 5 starsRated 4.48 out of 5 stars(25)

PLACEHOLDERGabriella Crew Neck Short Sleeve Satin Maxi Dress

Contemporary Dillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 stars(4)

Badgley MischkaBelle by Badgley Mischka Aranza Stretch Crepe High Cape Neckline Sleveless Sheath Dress

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Calvin KleinCrew Neck Short Tulip Sleeve Solid Sheath Stretch Dress

Rated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 stars(286)

PLACEHOLDERGabriella Crew Neck Short Sleeve Satin Maxi Dress

Contemporary Dillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 starsRated 4.75 out of 5 stars(4)

Aidan MattoxOne Shoulder Mesh Bodice Insert Sheath Midi Dress

Adrianna PapellCrepe Novelty Sleeveless Halter Neck Short Dress

Pisarro NightsPetite Size Beaded Short Mesh Sheath Dress

Petite

Alex MarieKate V-Neck Short Flutter Sleeve Embroidered Lace Midi Dress

Dillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.61 out of 5 starsRated 4.61 out of 5 starsRated 4.61 out of 5 starsRated 4.61 out of 5 starsRated 4.61 out of 5 stars(36)

Julia JordanStretch V-Neck 3/4 Sleeve Knot Waist Sheath 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)

Maggy LondonFloral Charmeuse Cowl Neck Short Sleeve Asymmetrical Hem A-Line Midi Dress

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)

Ignite EveningsAsymmetrical Popover Round Neck Short Capelet Sleeve Embellished Sheath Dress

Rated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 stars(43)

Blondie NitesStrapless Sleeveless Corset Short Lace Slim Dress

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

XscapeOff-the-Shoulder Ruffle Neck Short Sleeve Stretch Scuba Crepe Dress

Rated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 starsRated 4.77 out of 5 stars(35)

Donna KaranDKNY by Donna Karan Plus Size Short Sleeve Scuba Crepe Sheath Dress

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

Ignite EveningsChiffon Floral Print Crew Neck Short Capelet Sleeve Tiered Midi Dress

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Georgette V-Neck Short Sleeve Tiered Capelet Shift Dress

Petite
Rated 4.48 out of 5 starsRated 4.48 out of 5 starsRated 4.48 out of 5 starsRated 4.48 out of 5 starsRated 4.48 out of 5 stars(40)

Ignite EveningsPlus Size Round Neck Embellished Elbow Sleeve Asymmetrical Popover Sheath Dress

Plus
Rated 4.89 out of 5 starsRated 4.89 out of 5 starsRated 4.89 out of 5 starsRated 4.89 out of 5 starsRated 4.89 out of 5 stars(18)

Ignite EveningsPlus Size Floral Print Tiered Midi Dress

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

Mac DuggalSheer Bustier Top Lace Asymmetrical Hemline Dress

Only size 10 available

Antonio MelaniCrissy Short Sleeve Crew Neck Stretch Woven Wool Blend Sheath Dress

Contemporary Dillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.63 out of 5 starsRated 4.63 out of 5 starsRated 4.63 out of 5 starsRated 4.63 out of 5 starsRated 4.63 out of 5 stars(35)

Pear CulturePlus Size Sleeveless Corset Mesh Hi-Low Corkscrew Dress

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

French ConnectionAzra Square Neck Cap Sleeves Mini Dress

Contemporary

SIENASiena Sweetheart Wide Strap Mini Dress With Side Draping

Internet Exclusive

City VibeLace V-Neck Bow Front Dress

Juniors

R & M RichardsPetite Size Floral Braid Embroidered Soutache Crew Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Hem Midi Dress

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

KensiePlus Size Printed Ruffled V-Neck Short Sleeve Wrap Midi Dress

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XscapePetite Size Scuba Crepe V-Neck Sleeveless Wire Ruffle Trim Ruched Back Dress

Petite

XscapePlus Size Scuba Crepe V-Neck Sleeveless Wire Ruffle Trim Ruched Back Dress

Plus

Alex EveningsFloral Embroidered Lace Illusion Boat Neck Short Sleeve Sheath Dress

Adrianna PapellStretch Crepe Crew Neck Short Sleeve Pearl Trim Knee Length Sheath Dress

Rated 4.71 out of 5 starsRated 4.71 out of 5 starsRated 4.71 out of 5 starsRated 4.71 out of 5 starsRated 4.71 out of 5 stars(7)

Maggy LondonV-neck Short Sleeve Floral Sequin Embellished Mesh Sheath Midi Dress

Internet Exclusive

Maggy LondonFloral Yoryu Surplice V-Neck Flutter Sleeves Front Twist Midi Dress

Karen KanePetite Size Knit Crew Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Dress

Petite
Only size PS, PL available
Rated 3.4 out of 5 starsRated 3.4 out of 5 starsRated 3.4 out of 5 starsRated 3.4 out of 5 starsRated 3.4 out of 5 stars(5)

Tadashi ShojiShort Sleeve Lace Tier A-Line Midi Dress

Tommy BahamaCarmela Halter Neck Sleeveless Hardware Short Dress

Julia JordanLong Sleeve Foil Chiffon Short Dress

Internet Exclusive

Mac DuggalSatin Surplice V-Neck Short Puffed Sleeve A-Line Midi Dress

Rated 4 out of 5 starsRated 4 out of 5 starsRated 4 out of 5 starsRated 4 out of 5 starsRated 4 out of 5 stars(3)

Dress the PopulationShort Sleeve Tulle Sequin Beaded Neckline A-Line Mini Dress

Contemporary

KARL LAGERFELD PARISDotted Scuba Crepe Round Neck Short Puff Sleeve Pearl Bow Sheath Dress

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

Ignite EveningsPetite Size Satin Back Crepe Beaded High-Low Halter Neck Sleeveless Dress

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

Julia JordanLong Sleeve Short Dress With Ruffle Collar

Internet Exclusive

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

Internet Exclusive
Only size 10, 16 available

Donna MorganScuba Crepe Mesh Cutout Short Sleeve Midi Dress

Internet Exclusive

Julia JordanFloral Print Mock Neck Short Dress

Internet Exclusive

Julia JordanPrinted Square Neck A-Line Midi Dress

Internet Exclusive

Julia JordanShort Puffed Sleeve Square Neck Side Cut-Out Sheath Midi Dress

Internet Exclusive

Vince CamutoOff-the-Shoulder Short Sleeve Ruched Waist Knee Length Sheath Dress

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Only size 10 available
Rated 4.54 out of 5 starsRated 4.54 out of 5 starsRated 4.54 out of 5 starsRated 4.54 out of 5 starsRated 4.54 out of 5 stars(67)

Pisarro NightsPetite Size Boat Neck Cap Sleeve Floral Beaded Short Sheath Dress

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Petite
Only size 10P, 12P available

MarinaOff-The-Shoulder Belted Sheath Midi Dress

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Only size L available

MarinaShort Puffed Sleeve Scuba Crepe Midi Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Only size S, M available

Next UpOne Shoulder Bow Shirred Side Slit Midi Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Juniors

Jessica HowardPlus Size Crew Neck Elbow Sleeve Floral Embroidered Fit-and-Flare Dress

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Only size 22W available
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)

City VibeShort Flutter Sleeve Tiered Ruched Front Bodice Dress

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Honey and RosieOne Shoulder Double Adjustable Strap Short Fitted Shirred Dress

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

Honey & SparkleGingham Round Neck Short Puff Sleeve Babydoll Dress

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

Honey and RosieSleeveless Fancy Pear Strap Royal Sateen Short Fitted Dress

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Next UpMesh Off-The-Shoulder Sweetheart Neck Ruffle Edge Shirred Bodycon Dress

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Honey and RosieSpaghetti Strap Fitted Short Large Sequin Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Juniors
Only size M available

Honey and RosieAdjustable Straps Short Fitted Shirred Dress

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

Antonio MelaniJoJo Metallic Crepe Knit Mock Neck Cap Sleeve Fit and Flare Flounce Mini Dress

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Contemporary Dillard's Exclusive
Rated 4 out of 5 starsRated 4 out of 5 starsRated 4 out of 5 starsRated 4 out of 5 starsRated 4 out of 5 stars(1)

C&V Chelsea & VioletShort Sleeve Shirred Mesh Dress

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

Honey and RosieAdjustable Spaghetti Rhinestone Strap Square Neck Fitted Short Dress

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Honey and RosieSpaghetti Ties Fitted Short Dress

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Calvin KleinSleeveless V-Neck Sequin Mesh Short A-Line Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Internet Exclusive
Only size 14 available
Rated 1 out of 5 starsRated 1 out of 5 starsRated 1 out of 5 starsRated 1 out of 5 starsRated 1 out of 5 stars(1)

Ignite EveningsPlus Size Short Sleeve Floral Tiered Dress

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Only size 22W available
Rated 5 out of 5 starsRated 5 out of 5 starsRated 5 out of 5 starsRated 5 out of 5 starsRated 5 out of 5 stars(2)
Jump Short Sleeve Square Neck Glitter Velvet Ruched DressShort Sleeve Square Neck Glitter Velvet Ruched Dress

JumpShort Sleeve Square Neck Glitter Velvet Ruched Dress

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