A dress that's sure to shine at parties and special events. Cut on the bias, the circular pleat details add interest to the fluid finish of the dress they call the "Silas." Size XS to L. Buy from Brochu Walker. 

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We love the sleek neckline on this modified halter style cocktail dress with ruched bodice, pleating, and pockets. (And we appreciate the high back, which many halter dresses lack!). A great guest choice when you're on the wedding and events circuit. Sizes 2 to 16. Buy from Macy's. 

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A delightfully unexpected way to wear plaid this fall and winter. We love the corset bodice with wide straps, the flattering fit and flare skirt. Throw a little jacket over it by day; take it off and add heels (perhaps a pop of color) for an event. Sizes 0 to 12. Buy from Tuckernuck. 

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This flowy satin dress can be your utility player—instant glam for an event, but low-key enough that you could also wear it to dinner. Comes in navy as well as espresso brown; also available in tall sizes. XXS to XXL. Buy from Banana Repbulic.

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A dress that will take you to all the parties. Festive and easy to wear, we love the sheer sleeves and subtle pleating around the neck. Sizes 4 to 16. Buy from Bloomingdale's. 

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Looks like a skirt; functions like a dress so it's one and done! The midi length and gorgeous florals on black make this dress event-worthy for a range of occasions. Sizes 2 to 14. Buy from Nordstrom.

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Tuckernuck's "Chloe" dress has become our uniform. Available each season in various colors and prints, this dress is magic—it truly works on a wide range of body types and is just so flattering and polished with its cap sleeve, belted waist for structure and midi length. Great for work events and occasions. Buy from Tuckernuck.

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One of those essential workhorses that you know will look spot-on on a million different occasions from work to weddings. We love the shirt dress silhouette with feminine details and lace trim on the "Delaney." Sizes XXS to XXXL. Buy from Tuckernuck.

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The cool girl move. We love the simplicity of this draped dress with dolman sleeves, a relaxed bodixe, and bias cut, floor skimming skirt in this gorgeous blush hue. Sizes XXS to XL. Buy from Favorite Daughter. 

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Boho meets preppy in this breezy summer shirt dress, sans collar. At the ready for a brunch, a shower, or a less formal summer wedding. Sizes 0 to 18, regular and petite. Buy from Boden.

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Preppy meets romantic in boho label Zimmerman's feminine spin on the shirtdress with crochet covered buttons, lace stripes, and billowed sleeves. Sizes 4 to 12. Buy from Nordstrom.

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The LBD that feels just a bit edgy—and not only because of its asymmetric hemline and pleats. We've been impressed by Petal & Pup's style at extremely affordable prices. With its long sleeves and cinched waist, this is a great dress to have on hand for party invites. Sizes 0 to 14. Buy from Nordstrom. 

 

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