It’s time to welcome some ultra-chic midi dresses into your life, my friends. Because nothing possesses versatility quite like a demure mid-length frock. Easy to dress up for an evening out (just add strappy sandals and layers of necklaces), easy to dress down for a casual picnic in the park (wear with slide sandals and a straw bag) and easy to wear to work for a day of meetings (simply throw on a blazer and some kitten heels, et voilà!)—the midi dress has obvious appeal for every occasion. It’s also important (and my duty) to report that there are some seriously good midi dresses on the market right now, filling up my cart faster than I fill up on pasta. From slip dresses to floral-print frocks, there’s something for every sartorial taste. And the best part? The stylish midis I’ve found ring in at under $200. (Insert clapping hands emoji here!) Scroll below for all the affordable midi dresses worth buying right now that will get you through the season in style.
This carefree dress comes in eight cool-colored prints.Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Exude French-girl charm.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Perfect for cocktail hour.Available in size L.
The prettiest pastel palette we ever did see.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Your most charming weekend dress, found.Available in sizes XS to XL.
From day to night in style.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Take on the popular button trend in this sleek and sophisticated number.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Dress this up with strappy sandals for a stylish daytime soirée.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
This seamlessly transitions from work to weekend.Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Simple yet striking.Available in sizes 4 to 8.
Add a touch of romance to your look in ruffles and eyelet embroidery.Available in sizes XS to XL.
A light-hearted slip dress for the summer win.Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Work-perfect.Available in sizes 2 to 8.
Stand out from the crowd.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
This breezy dress is ultra-versatile.Available in sizes X to 4X.
The perfect accompaniment to your summer tan.Available in sizes 2 to 8.
Smocked fabric is huge right now—stretchy, comfortable, and figure hugging.Available in sizes XXS to L.
Hello, gorgeous.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Just add a basket bag and you’ll officially be vacation-ready.Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Just add a swipe of red lipstick to this Pretty Woman esque dress.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Wear shoes—or don’t. Either way, you’ll look adorable.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Accessorize with bold metallic earrings and a drawstring pouch.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
We love this flattering silhouette.Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Just add white sneakers for an effortless weekend look.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Up next, the under-$100 party dress all my friends are asking to borrow.
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