Amazon’s Best Holiday Party Dresses Are All Under $50
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Dressing for winter provides precious few opportunities for flashiness (so. many. layers.) with the need for warmth often trumping creativity. Which means, when the holiday party period rolls around, it's time to pull out all the stops. Crushed velvet and glossy silk? Absolutely. Rich jewel tones? It goes without saying. Sequins? The more the merrier! Just add a fun bag and a warm jacket—we're here to celebrate, not tempt frostbite—and you'll be good to go. To help kick off this season, I pulled 20 dresses from Amazon that you can get shipped before your next festive fête.
Whether you need a glitzy mini dress you can wear to dance the night away on New Year's Eve or a more buttoned-up item for your work party, I've got you covered with these picks. Keep reading to shop my edit and get plenty of holiday outfit inspo in the process:
Tie Waist Mini Dress
Wear this not-quite-Grinch-green mini with kitten-heeled mules for a cocktail party look that screams sophistication.
Strapless Button Dress
The oversized gold buttons give this otherwise basic mini a very Alexis from Dynasty vibe that any '80s fan will love.
Cowl Neck Slip
When in doubt, a slip dress is always a good idea. This one's chic champagne color is great if you're over all the red and green.
Tillie Dress
This stretchy mini makes a statement on its own, but if you'd rather pare it down, pop an oversized black blazer over top and wear it with knee-high boots for a dinner out.
Pleated Long Sleeve Dress
No one gave summer the monopoly on shirt dresses. Just add tights, and you're good to go with this metallic version.
Sequin Dress
Think disco ball meets LBD. The tube-style silhouette of this mini offers tons of opportunities to mix it up (just change your accessories and layers).
Vivienne Dress
Brighten up December gloom with a hot pink midi that'll definitely turn heads.
Ivy Dress
This + a long coat + bold heels = my formula for a low-effort New Year's Eve look that's still fancy.
Velvet Maxi Dress
It's not often you get the chance to wear full-body velvet without feeling like you're paying homage to the Juicy tracksuits of the early aughts; this chocolate brown midi is the exception.
Military Minds Dress
If you're all about winter whites (and you're celebrating the season somewhere warm), give this ribbed mini a whirl. It has adjustable ties at the side that create cool ruched detailing.
Tulip Hem Dress
Listen, it's NYE—shimmery silver is practically required. Commit to the theme with equally glittery accessories.
Tiered Dress
Pull a Carrie Bradshaw with a tulle moment that's just about as festive as it gets.
Satin Dress
Good news: I found what you should wear to that winter wedding in your cal. This inky blue gown is perfect semi-formal attire.
Ribbed Sweater Dress
This flouncy dress has all the fun of a mini—embellish it with gold bangles and plenty of layered necklaces—with the bonus of a soft knit material you'll be thankful for this time of year.
Ruffle Short Dress
I love a moody floral print. A note from reviewers: Go up if you're between sizes, as the fabric doesn't have a ton of stretch to it.
Satin Dress
If nothing else, you'll be glad for the long sleeves and mock neck to protect you from frigid temps when wearing this silky red piece.
Sweater Dress
Consider this the fancier version of your favorite loungewear. It's just as cozy but works with ritzier dress codes if you swap the sneakers for strappy heels.
Turtleneck Dress
For the holiday shindig that's more dinner party than dancing, go with a roomy sweater dress in a saturated color that you can easily dress up with glitzy earrings and heeled knee-high boots.
Long Sleeve Sweater Dress
If you're not over the quiet luxury look, this minimalist maxi is very The Row (at a fraction of the price).
Velvet Balloon Sleeve Dress
From the texture to the tulip hem, this velvety mini is all about the details.
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