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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.

Promising review: "I said 'it's comfortable' like 10 times when I tried it on because that's how comfortable this dress is! It's a soft T-shirt material, and it runs true to size. I love the tie in the front. I could live in this dress!" —Cyndi Lundeberg

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in six colors).

Promising review: "Love this dress because it can be dressed up or dressed down. I wore this out to wineries and was super comfortable while also feeling really cute!” —Kate Seifert

Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 21 colors).

Promising review: "I love shirtdresses. It is mid-calf length on me, at 5'7". Yes, it has pockets! I was concerned that the fiber content would make me overheat, but that doesn't seem to be a problem. We'll see how it withstands wrinkles. The skirt is unlined, so I might need to wear a slip. The green color is perfect for those of us with 'spring' complexions." —Alberta

Get it from Banana Republic Factory for $70+ (originally $140; available in sizes XXS–XXL and four colors).

Promising reviews: "Purchased for a vacation. Very comfortable, and coverage around the underarm area is perfect! You don’t have to worry about undergarments showing, and no layering is needed! No ironing is required, and it's a great dress for a casual day! Ordered two and might just go for three!" —Cynthia

"It fits nicely (not clingy) and has hidden pockets. The material is light but not cheap. Perfect for the warm weather!" —Jules

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 28 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "Beautiful shade of blue! Dress up Or down. I can’t wait to wear this summer!" —Jennifer Noelle

Get it from Anthropologie for $168 (available in sizes XXS–3X, including select petite sizes, and two colors).

Promising review: "Love the soft cotton bright fabric. The built-in bra gives a lot of support and great cleavage. The dress runs small."  —Erika S.

Get it from Old Navy for $22.49 (originally $44.99; available in sizes XS–4X, including tall and petite fits, and four colors).

Promising review: "This is actually beautiful and such a good deal. It is a maxi dress on my petite frame, but it still looks nice."  —TargetFans2019

Get it from Target for $45 (available in sizes XS–XXL and two patterns).

Promising review: "Pockets, pleating, great length, comfortable linen material…what is not to love?! Great throw-on dress for summer that can be dressed up or down. The navy color is beautiful." —Denise M.

Get it from Quince for $84 (available in sizes 1X–3X and five colors).

Promising reviews: "This dress fits great, is super comfy, and has pockets! What else could a girl ask for!" —Leigh Joner

"I wear this dress to work all the time, and I love the flow of the bottom. The top is fitting but not too tight, and the bottom is flowy but still comfortable to wear to my office job." —BeachBum

Get it from Amazon for $37.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL; long- and short-sleeve styles, and 40 colors).

Psst, as one reviewer points out, it's great styled with or without a belt.

Promising review: "I received so many compliments on this shirtdress. I wore it for my backyard rodeo party. It was so comfy, and the quality was nice. The color was light denim, and the length and overall fit were perfect." —Tanika

Get it from Amazon for $45.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and 22 colors).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress from The Standard Stitch. The cut and sizing were perfect — true to size. The fabric is incredibly soft and comfortable, and the style is so versatile. It's easy to dress up with accessories or keep casual with sneakers. Plus, it has pockets (!!), which is always a win. Highly recommend!" —MaddySeers

Get it from Nordstrom for $178+ (available in sizes XS–5X and four colors).

Promising review: "Love this dress! Very comfortable, love the length, the color, the pockets, and the quality fabric. I would highly recommend this dress to anyone and will certainly purchase it again." —Cathy

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 43 colors).

Promising reviews: "Bought this for a date and couldn’t be happier! The fact that it’s bra-free took away so much stress because I didn’t have to worry about wearing stickies, a strapless bra, or any makeshift solution." —claire

"This is soooo cute! As a plus-size person with a 38DD chest, it is so hard for me to wear dresses like this without any type of bra or support. The cups for this actually do a great job of supporting on their own! The thick straps also help. I’m 5’9, and it’s short but not overly short. The material is lightweight. Colors are beautiful." —afrawl

Get it from Abercrombie & Fitch for $80 (available in petite, regular, and tall sizes XXS–XXL and eight prints/colors).

Promising review: "Love this dress! It fits perfectly! I wore it to a wedding and got lots of compliments. This hit about 2 inches below the knee. Buttons stayed closed, and there were no gaps at the bust. The material has a little give but keeps its shape. Thinking of buying again in different colors!" —Yoli D.

Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 17 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "This dress looks just like it does in the picture. It's slightly sheer, but you can't see through it, and it adds to the coolness. Very lightweight and perfect for super-hot weather. We are going to a family reunion in American Samoa, and it will be perfect for the weather. It is not stretchy at all, but it is not form-fitting either. It is a little boxy, but it's kind of bohemian and cute. I really like it." —Jade Y

Get it from Amazon for $33.18+ (available in sizes S–3XL and nine colors).

Promising review: "I always get so many compliments on this dress. It can pass off as a wedding guest dress, but then can also be worn for a dinner out! It is comfortable, and the pockets are everything. The length works for heels or sandals. Breathable material! Recommend!" —ColiesAmazonCloset

Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 17 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "Stop!!!! Do not keep shopping for the perfect maxi dress because this is the one. I absolutely love this dress. It’s a perfect fit and fantastic, great quality material. So super duper comfy. It’s lightweight for summer but pairs great with a jacket. They fit great as well, and the length is a little shorter, which is good. I have purchased five in total so far…just wish there were frequent flyer discounts. Lol." —Laurie

Get it from Amazon for $21.05+ (available in sizes XXS–XXL and 27 colors)

Promising review: "I love the feel and look of this dress and plan to pair it with a denim jacket of any complementary color or some other type of outerwear. Plan to wear a wedge espadrille with it. The only thing I wish it had was a wider strap so I could wear a regular bra and not a strapless one. It's a beautiful dress regardless."  —MoniB

Get it from Banana Republic for $200 (available in sizes XXS–XXL, select petite sizes, and three colors).

Get it from Bloomchic for $24.90 (available in sizes 10–30).

Get it from Gap Factory for $19.99 (available in sizes XS–L, including tall and petite fits, and five colors).

Get it from J.Crew for $132.50 (originally $268; available in sizes XXS–3X, including tall and petite fits).

Get it from Boden for $110 (available in sizes 0–20/22 and three colors).

Get it from Madewell for $128 (available in sizes XXS–XXL).

Promising review: "The perfect dress. I was worried about the sizing, but it turned out to be a perfect fit. I got a large, and I’m between a 10–12. It was also delivered pretty quickly. Worth the money." —Ashley

Get it from Everlane for $62 (originally $248; available in sizes 00–16 and two colors)

Promising review: "Absolutely breathtaking dress, every time I wear it I get tons of compliments. It's very unusual; it's not a dress I would normally purchase due to the design under the midsection, but it is actually very stylish. There were only five reviews on this dress, but all great reviews when I purchased it… I’m so glad I did. I would buy it again and again, it’s beautiful." —Niaomi

Get it from Loft for $60 (originally $120; available in sizes 00–18, including petite fits).

Get it from Gap for $71 (originally $89.95; available in sizes XXS–XXL, including tall and petite fits, and three colors).

Get it from Lane Bryant for $29 (originally $59.95+; available in sizes 10/12–38/40, including tall and petite fits, and 23 colors/designs).

Promising review: "This dress fit perfectly! I usually wear a medium, and I ordered this in a medium — it hugged my body so well. The adjustable strings at the back are such a nice touch because they let you customize the fit perfectly to your body. I wore this dress for my graduation, and it went perfectly with my cap and gown. The length was just right, and I specifically wanted a straight neckline to pair with the gown, so this was exactly what I was looking for. And the back is sooo sexy — such a stunning detail! Overall, I absolutely loved the fit and the look of this dress. It ended up being the perfect graduation dress, and I would highly recommend it!" —Vedika H.

Get it from Lulus for $62 (available in sizes XXS–XL and nine colors).

Promising review: "Great fitting, comfortable, and very easy to move in. Looks great too!"  —KCB007

Get it from Levi's for $110 (available in sizes XS–L).

Promising review: "I got the gingham blue, and it's soooo gorgeous, I love the material, it's so flowy and breathable, a perfect summer dress I won’t overheat in!! My only downside for this dress is that if you're a bigger-chested person, there's no room for a bra in this dress, and if you sit down or bend over, the ladies might say hello! I personally don't mind wearing a lace-trim cami underneath, but without a bra, it does look off. So I will maybe invest in some boob tape and try that. If not, just hold them with a hand when I bend over LOL! I am a size 4X; I say it's true to size, but tighten the straps! I’m also 5’3, and it just touches the floor, so be a little mindful, my short pals." —Jazz1809

Get it from Torrid for $35.96+ (originally $89.90; available in sizes M–6X and two colors/patterns).

Get it from Nordstrom Rack for $59.97 (originally $140; available in sizes 1X–3X and two colors).

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