12 Best Summer Dresses (Madewell, Farm Rio, Free Peopel) Under $150

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Now is the perfect time to do a little spring and summer dress refresh. Why? Because people still have one foot in colder weather territory, which means you’re more likely to find your favorite dress in stock in your size. Seems too good to be true? It isn’t! Just to prove it to you, we’ve rounded up our top designer picks for spring and summer dresses that are available and on sale now for under $150.

If you have a summer event coming up that you want to stand out for, this is the list for you. Although we have picks from retailers you’re familiar with, we scoured the sites to make sure we found the cutest and most unique options available. You’re welcome in advance.

Best Spring and Summer Dresses, at a Glance:

Best Strapless: Lumiere, Strapless Shirred Fit & Flare Dress, $40
Best Halter: AFRM, Zita Halter Neck Minidress, $98
Best Sweater: Wild Fable, Rosette Mini Sweater Dress, $30
Best Budget: No Boundaries, Rosette Midi Dress, $13
Best satin dress: Amazon Pretty Garden Summer Satin Dress , $56
Best Long Sleeve: MakeMeChic, Women’s Floral Long Sleeve Dress , $39
Best Naked Dress: Superdown, Darcie Maxi Dress, $74
Best Puff Sleeve: Farm Rio, Cut-Out Puff-Sleeve Midi-Dress, $65
Best Tube Dress: Gimaguas, Lea Dress Lea Dress, $97
Best Polka Dot: Future Collective™ with Jenny K. Lopez Cream Polka Dot Dress, $40

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Lumiere Strapless Shirred Fit & Flare Dress
Lumiere, Strapless Shirred Fit & Flare Dress
Tell me why this dress looks like it’s $300? The drop waist, the fitted top? It’s everything! And it comes in two summer shades: lavender and citrus. The bright, cotton candy colors and 100 percent cotton fabric make this a warm weather no brainer that’ll keep you cool and feeling bright and spunky.
Sizes available: S-L
Colorways: 2
Material: 100% cotton
Shipping and return policy: Free shipping on orders over $89, returns within 40 days
AFRM Zita Halter Neck Minidress
AFRM, Zita Halter Neck Minidress
This fitted, ~zesty~ halter dress is perfect for spring and summer parties and cocktail events. The squared neckline is so elegant, and just begging to be worn with a statement-making, sparkly necklace. It gives you a ‘lotta leg to work with, since it’s on the short size, so make sure you pair this number with your favorite heels (some colorful stilettos or patterned kitten heels maybe?)
Sizes available: XS-XL
Colorways: 2
Material: 95% Rayon, 5% Spandex
Shipping and return policy: free
Wild Fable Rosette Mini Sweater Dress
Wild Fable, Rosette Mini Sweater Dress
This dress combines way too many trends to count, and the result is a unique mini that looks way more expensive than $30. Rosette details? Check. Scalloped edges? Check. Affordable? Check check check! Grab it in black or white. It’s constructed from a breathable 100 percent cotton fabric, so you won’t have to worry about sweating it out in your new dress. Plus, we love how size-inclusive this line at Target is.
Sizes available: XXS-4X
Colorways: 2
Material: 100% Cotton
Shipping and return policy: $5.99 or free with orders over $35, free returns in-store
No Boundaries Rosette Midi Dress
No Boundaries, Rosette Dress
The rosette trend definitely isn’t going away any time soon (see above, after all). And why would it? It’s the perfect mix of classic-meets feminine. And even though this style is currently trending, I think it has the staying power of a timeless look. This bubblegum pink dress from No Boundaries has everything we’d want in a springy-summery dress, including ruffles and a unique, asymmetric hem, and ’90s romcom-esque ruching at the bust (it’s something a main character in 10 Things I Hate About You would definitely wear). *Adds to cart*
Sizes available: XS-XXL
Colorways: 2
Material: 95% polyester, 5% spandex
Shipping and return policy: free shipping with Walmart +, free returns to stores
Farm Rio Cut-Out Puff-Sleeve Midi-Dress
Farm Rio, Cut-Out Puff-Sleeve Midi-Dress
On Sale 69% off
Brazilian brand Farm Rio is known for its dramatic prints and puffy sleeves, and they have some truly fun dress options for warmer weather. Don’t sleep on this Farm Rio dress sale at Saks where you can score 69% off of this gorgeous hot pink number with puff sleeves and a front cut-out. Constructed from linen, this is another ultra-breathable option when it comes to warm weather clothing options.
Sizes available: XS-XL
Colorways: 1
Material: 100% linen
Shipping and return policy: Free shipping on orders over $200, free returns to store, final sale on sale items.
MakeMeChic Floral Long Sleeve Dress
MakeMeChic, Women’s Floral Long Sleeve Dress
Need a good spring or summer dress for the office? Or something a little more conservative? Or just want to switch things up in a sea of spaghetti straps? Whatever the reason, there are some great, affordable long-sleeve summer dress options out there. Enter this gorgeous floral number that allows your legs to breathe for just $39. It *is* made with polyester (which is never going to be as breathable as linen or cotton), but for the price, we’ll take it.
Sizes available: S-XL
Colorways: 1
Material: 100% polyester
Shipping and return policy: free shipping and returns
Madewell, The Ariana Midi Dress
Madewell, The Ariana Midi Dress
On Sale 14% off
Yes, another ’90s-inspired pick! Maybe it’s the relaxed V-neck bodice, or the floral pattern we feel like Winona Ryder’s character in Reality Bites would totally wear. Whatever it is, it’s the perfect uniform from now until September. A dress like this is super versatile and can be dressed up with some heels or given a more relaxed feel with some sandals (Birks, anyone?).
Sizes available: 00-16, petite and standard
Colorways: 4
Material: 4% Lenzing™ Ecovero™ viscose, 16% polyamide
Shipping and return policy: free shipping and returns for Insider members
Free People Oakley Mini Dress
Free People, Oakley Mini Dress
You know those days in the summer where it’s too hot to even be restricted by denim shorts? That’s where this dress comes in, my friends. Just picture it with your favorite sunglasses and sneakers. The pattern is what draws us in, making us envision a summer vacation in the French countryside. The cinched detail gives the design more texture, and the V-neck makes it feel a little more sultry. It’s mostly cotton, so you can really breathe in this number, but the 4 percent Spandex stretch is what makes this outfit actually comfortable.
Sizes available: XS-XL
Colorways: 3
Material: 96% cotton, 4% spandex
Shipping and return policy: free
Gimaguas Lea Dress Lea Dress
Gimaguas, Lea Dress Lea Dress
On Sale 40% off
Tube dresses are great for spring and summer, since they allow your arms to breathe and be free. This one by Gimaguas is still elegant enough to wear (thanks to its length) to a summer wedding, but versatile enough to dress down, too (just throw on some sandals). Grab this one on sale now for 40% off.
Sizes available: XS-XL
Colorways: 1
Material: 100% polyester
Shipping and return policy: free
Superdown Darcie Maxi Dress
Superdown, Darcie Maxi Dress
Naked dresses were all over the awards season red carpets and all over the Coachella festival grounds, so it doesn’t look like they’re going away any time soon. Nervous to wear one? Start on vacation as a beach cover up and get bolder from there ;).
Sizes available: XS-L
Colorways: 1
Material: 50% polyester, 50% viscose
Shipping and return policy: free shipping and returns
Pretty Garden Summer Satin Dress
Pretty Garden, Summer Satin Dress
You can count on Amazon to supply a convincing Reformation dupe. This Pretty Garden satin dress is so stunning, and features an elevated, high neck, and draped fabric that perfectly hugs curves. Plus, its cinched waist accentuates your figure and adds unique dimension to the design. You can find it in any color you can dream of since there are 30 different shades to choose from.
Sizes available: S-XXL
Colorways: 30
Material: Satin
Shipping and return policy: free shipping and returns
Jenny K. Lopez Cream Polka Dot Dress
Future Collective™ with Jenny K. Lopez Cream Polka Dot Dress
You can never go wrong with polka dots, especially not in the warmer months, when your wardrobe is begging for a more playful makeover. And you don’t have to pay a lot for a gorgeous polka dot number, either: This dress, courtesy of Target, has the perfect amount of cut-outs for summer breathability, while still looking effortlessly put together. Plus, its one-shoulder design gives it a unique flare that’ll really stand out on your Instagram feed. Pair it with your favorite pair of strappy sandles or comfy sneakers!
Sizes available: 00-28
Colorways: 1
Material: 90% rayon, 10% nylon
Shipping and return policy: $5.99 or free with orders over $35, free returns to stores