by Sinead Onyx
A dress is the most versatile piece of garment a woman can own. They can easily be dressed up, toned down and layered for every occasion and season. With so many different styles of dresses with different lengths, cuts and waistlines it becomes nearly impossible to choose to invest in just a few.
The key is to invest in a few classic, timeless ones that never go out of style no matter where the fashion industry is headed. From everyday office wear to a bow-tie formal wear, here are some of the staple pieces no one can do without.
Calvin Klein Sleeveless Sheath
“I ordered this dress after trying multiple dresses, the leafy sleeves hide my chunky arms, the cut made my waist look smaller and the fabric in general favors your body. I’m an apple shape, find the right dress is hard, however I recommend to wear it with an spandex inside, it just flatten any extra love muffin. I wore this dress for an award ceremony, got compliments everywhere!” — Colin an Carla
Amazon Essentials Women’s Surplice Maxi Dress
“As a woman who is 5’4″ I’ve always had a hard time finding a maxi dress that didn’t clean the floor for me when I wore it. I no longer have that problem with this dress! It hits the top of my foot so it’s the perfect length! If you are shorter than me you may have issues with it hitting the floor. I love the fit…very flowy and flattering in all the right places. The thin elastic band hits right below my bra line which is perfect. Lightweight fabric that is perfect for hot summers but not see through. I love it!” — Customer
MOLERANI Women’s Casual T-Shirt Dress
“This is a great dress! It is long enough that you wouldn’t need to wear leggings with it if you didn’t want too. The fabric is thick enough, so not too see through which is great! I am 5’7″ and 150lbs. and the medium fit me perfectly! If it is any indication on how well I liked it, I bought another one in a different color after receiving this one! It washed up perfectly too! Looks like a new go to dress with flip-flops etc. One more note — the neck line and sleeves are nice too. The neck fits a little closer so it isn’t too wide, nice dress!” — Customer
Sleeveless Spaghetti Strap Satin Dress
”Loved this dress for a last minute wedding guest outfit! Was dying to wear something in an emerald green color and this was so affordable I took the chance and it worked out great. I have wider hips compared to my waist size. Also I have zero boobs so I’m always feeling like I sacrifice fit in my waist and chest area in order to find something that flatters and fits my booty! But this was great for the price and the color is super gorgeous! Got so many compliments!” — Victoria
MEROKEETY Women’s Sleeveless Lace Dress
“This dress is everything!!! I have been searching for a dress to wear to a wedding and with so many failed dressing room attempts I decided to check out amazon. This dress had amazing reviews and after much debate I bought it with the help of pictures and reviews from other buyers.. I really didn’t expect it to fit I expected to hate it and instead I fell INLOVE!!! It literally fits me perfectly! I am 5’3 142lbs and true size 8 and I got a small and it could not be a more perfect fit for my body! BuY this in every color!” — Customer
Dokotoo Women’s Ruffle Sleeve Summer Dress
“I LOVE this dress! I purchased it to wear to a bridal shower. The shoes in the picture are also an Amazon purchase. It’s very comfortable and looks so cute! It reminds me of something from a boutique. I literally got so many compliments on it and I can’t wait to wear it again! I ordered a medium and it fit perfect. I’m 5’8” and weigh 154 pounds. My bra size is 36 C. Hopefully that will help you with ordering.” — Customer
Milumia Women’s Elegant Belted Dress
“LOVE THIS DRESS! I bought this dress for a winter wedding and got so many compliment. I usually wear a large bottom, and a medium top. I got the medium and it fit great. I probably could have went down another size because the top was a little loose. But it’s very flattering and flowy. The material is thin, but thick enough that it’s not see through.” — Megan
Verdusa Women’s Asymmetrical Cami Dress
”Absolutely love this dress!! I almost never go for dresses because I hold weight in my lower part of my body and this hit all the right spots to make me look thinner and have curves. Whew I almost bought it in ever color once I tried it on!” — Shelby
WOOSEA Evening Cocktail Dress
“I LOVE THIS DRESS! I’m a size medium. I’m 5feet 145lbs and ai originally had ordered a medium but it fit a bit loose I ordered a small and it fit just perfect. Its beautiful and it fits really nice. I received Alot of compliments all night. The dress was a bit long for me but with my heels it was just perfect. Definitely recommend.” — Pita
Miss ord Women’s Sequin Party Dress
“This dress is incredible. It looks so detailed and carefully designed but it’s also very comfortable!! The fit is just like in the photos of the model. I’m 5’4″, 130 lbs and I got the size Medium based on the reviews. In other stores (J Crew, Ann Taylor, Gap) I’m a size Small. The Medium is not tight but very well fitted and flattering! The sparkles are very well put together. A couple did fall off during the first time I wore it but that’s to be expected! Everyone asks where this dress is from – it makes me feel like a celebrity! Highly recommend this dress and the price is amazing!!” — Customer