27 Revolve Dresses For Your Upcoming Events
Promising review: "Love love love, so cute on, the slits are so fun and you can make it as short or long as you want with the ruched tie sides!" —Brissa L. Price: $69 (available in sizes XXS–XXL)
A midi dress that looks like something the main character in a Netflix original series about corrupt families with gorgeous summer homes out East would wear, and I mean that in a good way.
Promising review: "Wore for a bridal shower and got so many compliments. The pleats stayed crisp no matter that it was hot and that I was up and down all day, including a 3-hour drive. The front accentuates, while providing coverage." —LizPrice: $164 (available in sizes XS–XL and in four colors/patterns)
A halter maxi dress that looks super fancy, but not to fret, my pets: the fabric is ultra soft, so you won't have to skimp on comfort while doing the "Cha Cha Slide" at yet another wedding.
Promising review: "Loved the dress! You can dress it up in heels or wear to a beach restaurant in pretty flat sandals." —ValentinaPrice: $89 (available in sizes XXS–XXL)
A belted mini dress for a pants-less twist on the Canadian Tuxedo. Pair this with your favorite knee-high boots, and voila, you're on the path to becoming a bona fide style blogger.
Promising review: "I love this dress. The cutest form-fitting dress with just enough stretch. I ordered a medium. I am 5'6, 150lbs, 34DD. It gives a lot of shape." —JaleelPrice: $165 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A halter maxi for the wedding invite that says "black tie optional," which I've personally always found confusing. The easy way out: A simple black dress, a la the below.
Price: $74 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A polka-dot midi I plan on purchasing ahead of my next NYC hotspot brunch in an effort to blend in with the sea of stylish people I'll be sitting next to.
Price: $168 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A maxi dress simple enough to be worn every day, but with gorgeous features that make it stand out among the rest: a drop-waist hem and a billowy skirt for added dimension.
Promising review: "Fit perfectly! Great quality and received so many compliments." —KyreePrice: $98 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A maxi dress because destination weddings are a scam (I said what I said), but at least we can have fun with the resortwear uniform, I say through gritted teeth.
Price: $92 (available in sizes XXS–XXL)
A mini dress giving garden party vibes, perfect for the outdoor dining reservation in which you've been furiously checking (and rechecking) the weather app for.
Price: $108 (available in sizes XXS–3X)
A square-neck midi with a lace-up back to ensure a supportive, glove-like fit — the perfect dress for anyone who'd prefer to go sans underwire.
Price: $228 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A mesh maxi aka *the* ideal going-to-an-island suitcase attire — but even if you're not going on a trip anytime soon, this in your summer wardrobe? It makes every day feel like a vacation.
Price: $88 (available in sizes XXS–XL)
A sleeved dress for any 2025 and 2026 brides seeking an outfit for bridal showers, bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinners, and more. You're welcome.
Price: $180 (available in sizes XS–L)
A cowl-neck satin maxi about to become your permanent +1 to every single wedding you ever attend, ever.
Price: $149 (available in sizes 2–12)
A maxi dress for the fashion-forward wedding guest, deserving of a spot on their Instagram (feed, not stories, which is really saying something).
Promising review: "I have never received so many compliments on a dress. The top is a bit tight for the bigger chested girls but it stayed up well for me all night. The material is thin and lightweight, did not wrinkle too much. I am 5'9 and the dress hit around my ankles." —KristinPrice: $128 (available in sizes XXS–XXL and in three colors)
An athleisure halter dress appropriate for all manner of sport (I'm talkin' golf, pickleball, hiking, etc.) but equally fantastic for hours-long strolls to and fro my favorite coffee shop.
Price: $118 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A baby doll maxi for nights at the beach bar, ordering piña coladas and pretending you're on a Caribbean vacation and not lounging on the Long Island Sound.
Price: $198 (available in sizes XS–L)
A halter midi in a yellow hue, symbolic of all the sunshine you'll finally be getting after a year spent in hibernation. Working from home = great in theory, mid in practice.
Price: $164 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A midi dress for days when your noggin is incapable of forming a thought, let alone an outfit. The foolproof equation goes as follows: this dress, heeled sandals, and your favorite purse.
Price: $198 (available in sizes XS–L)
A ruffled dress we encourage wearing on a random Tuesday in an effort to make boring weekdays feel a hint more special.
Price: $128 (available in sizes S–3X)
A slip dress crafted from 100% cotton that you'll be wearing all summer long... not just in 2025 but in every foreseeable June-July-August.
Price: $88 (available in sizes XS–XL and in four colors/patterns)
A striped shirtdress I'll be wearing to in-office meetings and then immediately to happy hour drinks afterward to complain about the fact that we had to have an in-office meeting in the first place.
Price: $168 (available in sizes XXS–XL)
A mini dress with delicate, gorgeous embroidery that looks like it was plucked from the racks of a fancy vintage boutique. (No digging through a bajillion styles required.)
Price: $98 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A mini dress I'm personally filing under "things to wear when I'm running errands, then immediately meeting my friends for brunch plans."
Price: $130 (available in sizes S–3X)
A halter mini fated to win the title of ~new favorite dress~ as soon as you rip open the packaging and slip it on.
Price: $72 (available in sizes XXS–XL)
A mesh dress that just called my cell and begged me to book a beachside vacation, which I took as an immediate order, so I'll see you at the all-inclusive.
Price: $210 (available in sizes 2–20)
An off-shoulder midi I'd like to wear on a bike ride through the Italian countryside. That probably won't be happening anytime soon, but I'm going to add this to my shopping cart in the name of hope.
Price: $249 (available in sizes XS–XL)
A faux-wrap dress because hot temps are officially here, which means the season of leggings is officially closed. Say hello to your cuter (but equally as comfortable) new everyday uniform.
Promising review: "Very cute to wear with sneakers, slides or dressier sandals. Looking forward to wearing on vacation! Hugs the curves well." —CordellPrice: $88 (available in sizes XS–XL)
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