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Antonio Melani Gabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Long DressGabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Long Dress

Antonio MelaniGabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Long Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 stars(26)
Abbey Glass Floral Print Sadie Ruffle Stand Collar Short Sleeve Tie Waist Tiered Pocketed Midi DressFloral Print Sadie Ruffle Stand Collar Short Sleeve Tie Waist Tiered Pocketed Midi Dress

Abbey GlassFloral Print Sadie Ruffle Stand Collar Short Sleeve Tie Waist Tiered Pocketed Midi Dress

Contemporary
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(9)
Antonio Melani Gabriella Satin Floral Print Ruched Crew Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Maxi DressGabriella Satin Floral Print Ruched Crew Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Maxi Dress

Antonio MelaniGabriella Satin Floral Print Ruched Crew Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Maxi Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
Antonio Melani Polly Floral Applique Jewel Neckline Short Sleeve DressPolly Floral Applique Jewel Neckline Short Sleeve Dress

Antonio MelaniPolly Floral Applique Jewel Neckline Short Sleeve Dress

ContemporaryDillard's 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)
Abbey Glass Charlotte Floral Print Short Sleeve V-Neck Fit and Flare DressCharlotte Floral Print Short Sleeve V-Neck Fit and Flare Dress

Abbey GlassCharlotte Floral Print Short Sleeve V-Neck Fit and Flare Dress

Contemporary
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)
Adelyn Rae Vivian Floral Cape Sleeve Jacquard Mini DressVivian Floral Cape Sleeve Jacquard Mini Dress

Adelyn RaeVivian Floral Cape Sleeve Jacquard Mini Dress

Contemporary
Mestiza New York Pippa Venetian Paisley Boat Neck Short Balloon Sleeve Midi DressPippa Venetian Paisley Boat Neck Short Balloon Sleeve Midi Dress

Mestiza New YorkPippa Venetian Paisley Boat Neck Short Balloon Sleeve Midi Dress

Contemporary
Abbey Glass Evelyn Floral Jacquard Midi DressEvelyn Floral Jacquard Midi Dress

Abbey GlassEvelyn Floral Jacquard Midi Dress

Contemporary
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)
Gabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Long Dress

PLACEHOLDERGabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Long Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 stars(26)

Adelyn RaeArianna Bubble Sleeve Mini Dress

Contemporary
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)

Adelyn RaeAgnes Puff Short Sleeve Mini Dress

Contemporary
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)

PLACEHOLDERGabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Long Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 stars(26)

Steve MaddenPrairie Dreams Satin V-Neck Ruffle Cap Sleeve Mini Blouson Dress

Contemporary
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(16)

Abbey GlassCharlotte Floral Print Short Sleeve V-Neck Fit and Flare Dress

Contemporary
Rated 4.8947 out of 5 starsRated 4.8947 out of 5 starsRated 4.8947 out of 5 starsRated 4.8947 out of 5 starsRated 4.8947 out of 5 stars(19)

PLACEHOLDERGabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Long Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 stars(26)

A Loves ATweed Crew Neck Sleeveless A-Line Mini Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
Rated 3.3333 out of 5 starsRated 3.3333 out of 5 starsRated 3.3333 out of 5 starsRated 3.3333 out of 5 starsRated 3.3333 out of 5 stars(3)

SugarlipsBerny Floral Print Mock Neck Short Sleeve Organza Mini Dress

Contemporary
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)

PLACEHOLDERGabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Long Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 starsRated 4.6923 out of 5 stars(26)

SugarlipsLeah Abstract Dime Print Mock Neck Short Sleeve Organza Maxi Dress

Contemporary
Only size XS, S available

Abbey GlassMarty Floral Print Jacquard Round Neck Short Sleeve Shift Mini Dress

Contemporary
Rated 3.8571 out of 5 starsRated 3.8571 out of 5 starsRated 3.8571 out of 5 starsRated 3.8571 out of 5 starsRated 3.8571 out of 5 stars(7)

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

Contemporary

AFRMCody Butterfly Print Crew Neck Short Sleeve Maxi Dress

Contemporary
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)

Antonio MelaniGabriella Satin Leopard Print Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Flounce Midi Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
Rated 4.2857 out of 5 starsRated 4.2857 out of 5 starsRated 4.2857 out of 5 starsRated 4.2857 out of 5 starsRated 4.2857 out of 5 stars(7)

Mestiza New YorkElliana Barong Floral Embroidery Mandarin Collar Short Puff Sleeve Midi Dress

Contemporary

Never Fully DressedTilly Gold Fleck Plisse Off Shoulder Short Sleeve Mini Dress

Steve MaddenTori Satin Point Collar Short Kimono Cuff Sleeve Belted Ruched Front Asymmetrical Hem Midi Shirt Dress

Contemporary
Rated 4.4792 out of 5 starsRated 4.4792 out of 5 starsRated 4.4792 out of 5 starsRated 4.4792 out of 5 starsRated 4.4792 out of 5 stars(48)

Adelyn RaeEsther Floral Jacquard Sweetheart Neckline Short Puff Sleeve Mini Dress

Contemporary
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)

Damaris BaileyGisella Floral Short Puff Sleeve Round Neck Drop Waist Maxi Dress

Contemporary

Dress the PopulationHallie Short Puff Sleeve V-Neck Lace Mini Dress

Contemporary

Damaris BaileyPuff Sleeve Silk Sheath Midi Dress

Contemporary

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

Contemporary
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)

Antonio MelaniGabriella Satin Ruched Jewel Neck Short Sleeve Flounce Midi Dress

ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive

A Loves AFloral Print Linen Blend Round Tie Neck Long Sleeve Button Front Flounce Mini Dress

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ContemporaryDillard's Exclusive
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(8)

Steve MaddenLorie Short Sleeve Denim Shirt Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Contemporary

Adelyn RaeBurnout Velvet Short Puff Sleeve Square Neckline Sheath Mini Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Contemporary

Steve MaddenMikaela Short Sleeve Lace Sheath Mini Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Contemporary

Lucy ParisSamira Embellish V-Neck Puff Sleeves Mini Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Contemporary

Adelyn RaeAria Satin V-Neck Capelet Sheath Mini Dress

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Contemporary

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

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Internet Exclusive
Contemporary
Only size 3XL available
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)

Trina TurkObelle Sequin Paillette V-Neck Short Sleeve Scallop Trim Dress

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French ConnectionAzra Square Neck Cap Sleeves Mini Dress

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Contemporary

Dress the PopulationElsie Jacquard Metallic Puff Sleeve Crew Neck Sheath Mini Dress

Permanently Reduced
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Contemporary
Only size M available
Damaris Bailey Rose Velvet Silk Blend Square Pleated Neckline Short Puff Sleeve Mini DressRose Velvet Silk Blend Square Pleated Neckline Short Puff Sleeve Mini Dress

Damaris BaileyRose Velvet Silk Blend Square Pleated Neckline Short Puff Sleeve Mini Dress

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Only size XS, S available
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