Graduation Dresses $40 & Under

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Add a flirty flair to your formal wear in the Ivanka taffeta short dress! She features a V-neckline with a wired insert and foldover design, adjustable spaghetti straps, a padded bust, a flattering pleated waist, and an A-line silhouette with a bubble-style short hem. The formal mini dress is composed of a smooth taffeta woven fabric with colored rhinestone embellishments for a sparkly look and has a sewn-in stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with glitzy flat sandals for a sweet sixteen, wedding, or school dance!

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless V-neckline, wire insert, foldover design
• Adjustable spaghetti straps, padded bust
• Back zipper and hook-eye closure
• Pleated waist, A-line silhouette, bubble-style short hem
• Colored rhinestone embellishments
• Taffeta woven fabric, sewn-in stretchy knit lining
• Runs true to size

Look like a gift of fashion in this perfect bow linen dress for a chic wedding reception or party look! Featuring a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining, a center front bow, a bodycon silhouette, and a flirty hem slit. Complete the look with cute block heels.

Fit & Features

• Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
• Center front bow
• Back zipper and hook-eye closure
• Bodycon silhouette
• Mini-length hem with slit accent
• Double-lined linen fabric, minimal stretch
• Runs true to size

Showcase a dreamy look in this mesh babydoll dress perfect for date nights or parties! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, ruched bust seams, and a flattering babydoll style silhouette with a mini-length hem. Complete the look in sleek hoop earrings.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless V-neckline
• Adjustable spaghetti straps
• Ruched bust seams
• Babydoll style silhouette
• Mini-length hem
• Airy mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
• Runs true to size

Invite secured, outfit handled. This eyelet floral mini dress is light, flirty, and made for dressy brunches, showers, and graduations.

Fit & Features

• Eyelet woven fabric, floral print, stretchy knit lining
• V-neckline, tie front bust keyhole
• Adjustable spaghetti straps
• Stretchy smocked back
• Tiered ruffled skater silhouette
• Mini-length hem
• Runs true to size

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Always make a classy entrance in the Audrey formal party dress at semi-formal and dressy events. The short dress showcases a strapless sweetheart neckline leading to a fitted bodice with a chic drop waist seam while the skater silhouette flatters your figure. Complete the look with earrings and block heels.

This dress brings the fun and the fashion. If you love a bold, playful look, explore our stylish short prom dresses or make an entrance in our stunning short wedding guest dresses in short and mini lengths.

Fit & Features

• Taffeta woven fabric
• Strapless sweetheart neckline
• Back zipper closure
• Drop waist seam
• Skater silhouette, short-length hem
• Runs true to size

Girl, this mini dress is a must for a stylish babe like yourself! The mini dress features a sleeveless square neckline, sleek corded straps, a sexy lace-up back, and a flocked velvet floral print. The dress is composed of stretchy lined woven fabric that offers a form-hugging fit. Complete look with mules for the perf night out look. 

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless square neckline
• Corded spaghetti straps
• Lace-up back 
• Flocked velvet floral print
• Mini length silhouette
• Stretchy woven fabric, form-hugging fit
• Runs true to size

Catch compliments from every angle. This beaded strapless mini dress hugs in all the right places with a bodycon fit, shimmering embellishments, and fringe trim that moves with you from rooftop drinks to vacation dinners.

Fit & Features

• Lined knit fabric, moderate stretch
• Beaded and sequin embellishments, diamond pattern
• Strapless straight-across neckline
• Open tie-back design
• Asymmetric mini-length hem, beaded fringe trim
• Bodycon silhouette
• Runs true to size

This skater romper brings that effortless flirty vibe with a flowy fit and delicate floral feel that moves with you, perfect for brunch, showers, and any cute plans.

Fit & Features

• Floral print, woven fabric, no stretch
• V-neckline with adjustable spaghetti straps
• Back zipper with hook-eye closure
• Skater romper silhouette with flowy skirt overlay
• Waist tie detail with tiered ruffle hem
• Runs true to size

Showcase your beauty in this sweet floral chiffon dress! It features short puff sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, a high waist with a fit and flare silhouette, and a short flowy skirt with a charming ruffled hem. The sheer chiffon fabric features an all-over dainty floral print and includes a lightweight woven lining. Style this dress with cute espadrille sandals.

Fit & Features

• Short puff sleeves, elasticized hems
• Sweetheart neckline, ruching at the bust, partially smocked back
• High waist seam, fit and flare silhouette
• Mini-length flowy skirt, ruffled hem
• Floral print
• Sheer chiffon fabric, woven lining, no stretch
• Runs true to size

Fall for florals with a mini dress that radiates your natural beauty! The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline with ruffled trim, sweetheart bust, a ditsy floral print, a ruched body, and a mini-length silhouette. Complete look with mules. 

Fit & Features

• Off the shoulder neckline
• Ruffled trim 
• Sweetheart bust, padded cups, no slip strip
• Ditsy floral print
• Ruched body
• Mini length silhouette 
• Lined mesh, form-hugging fit, runs true to size 

Girl, this dress is the right pick for that girl's brunch you got planned! Add a pair of statement-making earrings and some cute strappy heels.

Fits & Features

• Off Shoulder Sleeves I Elastic Shoulders & Back
• Lace-Up Design At Center Front Bodice 
• Ruching Throughout
• Mini Length Silhouette
• Woven Fabric With Mesh Lining
• Ruffle-Trim At The Cuffs & Hem
• Minimal Stretch 

You'll be a major it girl in this adorable ribbed knit mini dress! It features a cozy turtleneck, long fitted sleeves, and a mini length, curve-hugging silhouette. This dress is perf for a holiday party, styled with thigh-high boots for a chic look.

Fit & Features

• Turtleneck
• Long fitted sleeves
• Short, form-hugging fit
• Ribbed knit fabric
• Moderate stretch

Last-minute plans just got a major upgrade. This eyelet ruffle mini dress hugs through the bodice with a flirty drop waist and tiered skirt that’s made for showing up and standing out.

Fit & Features

• Eyelet knit fabric with knit lining, high stretch
• Strapless straight-across neckline
• Fitted bodice, ruched detailing
• Drop waist seam
• Tiered ruffled design
• Mini-length A-line silhouette
• Runs true to size

Shimmer and shine in this gorgeous floral sequin mini dress with a lace-up back that turns heads and flattering A-line fit for a unique look at garden parties, bridal showers, and dates!

This dazzling dress was made for the spotlight! Love the shimmer? Discover more sequin prom dresses or find a sophisticated look in our wedding guest dresses.

Fit & Features

• Floral sequin embellished pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
• Strapless neckline, padded bra cups
• Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
• A-line silhouette
• Mini-length hem
• Runs true to size

Get the ball gown glamour without the weighted skirts in our beautiful Hayley black dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline with a V wire front, a lace bodice with a contrast lining, and an exposed back zipper closure. A high waist seam highlights your figure and leads to a short taffeta skirt with a tulle and knit lining. Hayley offers minimal stretch.

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Invite secured. This floral midi dress floats with an A-line flowy silhouette, high halter neckline, and open back that feels equal parts polished and playful for every spring occasion on your calendar.

Fit & Features

• Floral printed linen-like fabric, woven lining
• High halter neckline with tie
• Open back design, hidden zipper and hook-eye closure
• High waist seam, hidden side pockets
• Flowy A-line silhouette
• Midi-length hem
• Runs true to size

Update your dress collection with this ruched bodycon mini dress that will be a chic refresh! It features a sleeveless crew neckline, tank shoulder straps, a partially open back with a cross-back strap design for a trendy detail, ruching down the side seams, and a mini-length hem with a bodycon silhouette that will hug your natural curves. The lined ribbed knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style with clear lucite heels for happy hour.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless crew neckline
• Tank shoulder straps
• Open back, cross-back strap design
• Ruched side seams
• Mini-length hem, bodycon fit
• Ribbed knit fabric, smooth sewn-in knit lining, plenty of stretch
• Runs true to size

This satin slip dress will be a forever and timeless staple! The mini dress features a sleeveless V-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, a flattering A-line silhouette and short hem on smooth non-stretch satin fabric. Complete the look with the matching top and heels for a cocktail reception.

Shop Matching Top: Forever Timeless Satin Collared Top

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless V-neck
• Adjustable spaghetti straps
• A-line silhouette
• Short-length hem
• Smooth satin fabric, no stretch
• Runs true to size

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The satin skater dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline supported with tank-like shoulder straps, a corset bodice accented with flexible boning for additional support, a lace-up back design, and a short pleated skater hem. Complete formal outfit with chandelier earrings. 

Show off your style in this standout dress. Feeling the short and chic vibe? Discover more fashion-forward short prom dresses or elevate your style with our formal dresses.

Fit & Features

• Lined satin-like fabrication
• Sleeveless cowl neckline, padded bra cups
• Tank shoulder straps
• Corset bodice with flexible boning
• Lace-up back design
• Short pleated skater hem
• Runs true to size

This glam mini dress will let your beauty shine for dances, parties, or bachelorette weekends! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, an underwire bust to provide structure, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, and an all-over rhinestone draped embellished pattern along the mini-length bodycon silhouette. The lined smooth knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style this party dress with platform heels.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, underwire bust
• Adjustable spaghetti straps
• All-over rhinestone draped embellished pattern
• Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
  
• Lined smooth knit fabric, plenty of stretch
• Runs true to size

This is your “say yes to the plans” dress. This floral midi dress brings the romance with a plunging halter neckline, lace-up back, and floaty skirt that moves with you to brunch, showers, and dressy soirees.

Fit & Features

• Delicate floral print, butterfly embroidery
• Chiffon fabric lined with tulle and woven linings
• Halter V-neckline with tie, underwire bust
• Corset-inspired bodice, flexible boning
• Lace-up back design, zipper and hook-eye closure
• A-line midi silhouette
• Runs true to size

Steal the show in this sassy halter mini dress in a flattering plunge neckline and A-line silhouette perfect for sultry date nights or a chic GNO!

Fit & Features

• Smooth knit stretchy fabric
• Plunge halter neckline
• A-line silhouette
• Mini-length hem
• Runs true to size

You'll fall in love with this breezy floral babydoll dress, so adorable for weekend parties and graduations! With its stretchy smocked bodice and adjustable straps, you'll get the perfect fit. The chiffon fabric and pretty floral print add a touch of elegance to the playful babydoll silhouette and ruffled short-length hem.

Fit & Features

• Floral printed chiffon fabric, stretchy knit lining
• Square neckline
• Stretchy smocked bodice
• Adjustable spaghetti straps
• Babydoll silhouette
• Ruffled short-length hem
• Runs true to size

Showcase your effortless beauty in this strapless ruffled lace midi dress perfect for dressy weekend brunches! The ruched silhouette will flaunt your stunning curves.

Fit & Features

• Sheer lace fabric with full-length lining
• Strapless straight neckline, ruffled overlay
• Back zipper closure
• Ruching
• Midi-length bodycon silhouette
• Runs true to size