Put away your short frocks, this spring and summer season it’s all about maxi dresses. Jazz these dresses up for nighttime or down for daytime. They’re comfortable and simply adorable—what more could you ask for? Here are Her Campus’s 20 favorite maxi dresses, for all budgets:
Under $30
Simple and Sweet– This Forever 21 maxi dress is like a blank canvas because there are so many ways to wear it. Try it with a thin or large belt or even wear a shirt over it to make it a skirt.
Forever 21, $12.50
Beach Babe– Maxi dresses are absolutely perfect for beachwear! Just slip it over your bathing suit and it’s perfect for any beach party or day of tanning.
Old Navy, $29.50
So Stunning– This amazingly affordable strapless maxi dress is just too good to pass up. Choose from colors like red, blue, black, and brown.
Forever 21, $13.50
2 in 1– What makes this Volcom maxi dress so special is that it can also be a skirt. Wear it with black, nude, or the pretty peachy color.
Volcom, $25
Crochet Surprise– This may seem like just a plain nude colored maxi dress from the front, but in the back you get an adorable crochet surprise!
Charlotte Russe, $29.50
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Under $50
Tie Dye-Tastic- This empire-waisted maxi dress is flattering, comfortable, and fashionably cute. Wear to class with gladiator sandals and your favorite shades.
Delia’s, $49.50
Long-Sleeved Simple– A long-sleeved maxi dress is perfect for these chilly spring days and the summer nights that will come soon enough. Wear this with a brightly colored belt to add a little spice, or just keep it simple and plain.
American Apparel, $46
Stripes and All- I am absolutely loving this unique striped and beaded maxi dress. Dress this down with a floppy hat for class or up with fancy shoes for a dinner date.
Urban Outfitters, $49
Grecian Goddess– With a pair of adorable gladiator sandals, this maxi dress will make you feel like a Grecian goddess. With the open shoulder sleeves and tied empire waist, how can you pass this dress up?
Loveapella, $49
Perfectly Printed– You definitely need a relaxed and reliable dress to slip on and run out the door in when you’re late for class. This will do the trick while still being adorable.
Mimi Chica, $49
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Under $75
Fantastically Floral– This maxi dress is one of my very personal favorites (you readers know how much I love floral). This dress is perfect for absolutely any occasion.
ASOS, $53
Tiered Maxi– It may seem like this dress is extremely simple and plain, but its relaxed waist and bottom detail makes it fun.
Top Shop, $60
Not a Little Black Dress– Sick of your little black dress? Replace it temporarily with your black maxi dress; it’s perfect for most formal events.
Collective Concepts, $74
We Love the ‘90s– If you loved the wardrobes of Monica and Rachel from “Friends”, you’ll absolutely love this dress with a ‘90s twist.
Urban Outfitters, $59
Pick Pocket– This laidback racer-back maxi dress is certainly comfortable enough for curling up in the library.
Stem, $68
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Under $150
Nautical Love– A nautical pattern is practically required for the summer months. This Anthropologie dress is even cute enough to go sailing in.
Anthropologie, $138
Bohemian Rhapsody– Maxi dresses don’t always have to be worn for relaxed occasions. You can wear this bohemian Free People dress for a dressy event whether it’s a formal or a cocktail party. All you have to do is add a stunning pair of heels and a cute clutch.
Free People, $124
Bright and Bold– We’ve focused on a lot of neutral colors in this list, so I wanted to add some brightness. This pink unstructured dress is just stunning and also comes in a blue paisley.
Express, $88
Just Jersey– This comfortable jersey dress is perfect for relaxed days in the coffee shop or major shopping days with friends. It also comes in grey and navy blue.
J.Crew, $88
One-Shoulder Maxi– I end the list with this chic one shoulder maxi dress. Its unique silhouette and removable belt make it easy to dress down for day and up for night.
T Los Angeles, $118