If there's one category that unfailingly turns us into shopping monsters, it's affordable dresses [1]. From floral prints to bright colours and fun silhouettes, a stylish dress under $50 or $100 is the definition of fashion kryptonite. So, despite being in the thick of Summer (and reveling in our beachwear, sun dresses, and comfy sandals), we're starting to plan our new-season wardrobes with affordable Fall trends [2] at the crux. And one of the very first things we're planning to scoop up is a selection of new dresses!
For Fall, there are loads of wearable new trends [3] from feminine silhouettes with an ultra-romantic twist to vibrant colours like yellow, green, and orange and playful prints from bold blooms to animal prints galore. In the dress department, you better believe there are iterations of these trends in mini, midi, and maxi lengths with plenty of options that cost less than $100 and even $50 (including options for curvy figures [4]). When you're planning a fresh Fall wardrobe, does it get any better? I think not.
Ahead, witness five Fall dress trends every fashion girl will be wearing in the new season with shoppable options from brands like Mango, Zara, and our very own POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's [5]. As an added bonus, we're providing you with fresh dress outfit ideas [6] you can start wearing now, during the transition season, and into Fall, courtesy of the always-stylish street style set. Affordable dress + tons of outfit ideas? So. Much. Yes!
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
Splashy patterns are hardly exclusive to Summer. This Fall, the bolder the floral print, the better from bright hues to moody tones. While the weather is still warm, pair yours with sandals, straw bags, and sunglasses. Once it cools of, mix in knits and jackets or try layering your favourite dress over jeans [7].
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
The Fall Dress Trend: Bold Floral Prints
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POPSUGAR Button-Up Midi Dress [8] ($48, originally $64)
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Zara Floral Print Dress [9] ($70)
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Bershka Floral Midi Dress [10] ($50)
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LOFT Plus Garden Split Neck Pocket Dress [11] ($90)
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POPSUGAR Print Tie-Waist Dress [12] ($37, originally $50)
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POPSUGAR Plus Size Print Tie-Waist Dress [13] ($40, originally $54)
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Oasis Patch Print Tea Dress [14] ($82)
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Express Floral Puff Sleeve Smocked Bodice Dress [15] ($70)
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Sunday Best Savoy Ruffled Floral Wrap Dress [16] ($44, originally $110)
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POPSUGAR Button-Front Dress [17] ($37, originally $50)
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POPSUGAR Plus Size Button-Front Dress [18] ($40, originally $54)
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Eloquii Tie Neck Midi Dress [19] ($90)
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Warehouse Floral Midi Flippy Dress [20] ($87)
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Bershka Belted Floral Dress [21] ($56)
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Oasis Curve Erin Skater Dress [22] ($62)
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& Other Stories Floral Midi Dress [23] ($99)
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A New Day Floral Print Sleeveless Round Neck Maxi A Line Dress [24] ($33)
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
There was a Parisian air across the Fall runways and in the dress department, that translated to polka-dot dresses aplenty. Whether you prefer your spots to hit at the knee, mid-calf, at your ankles, or grazing your thighs, there's a dot motif we know you'll love. Now, style yours with sandals and woven bags. In the Fall, start layering with tights, boots, and coats.
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
The Fall Dress Trend: Polka Dots
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POPSUGAR Button-Up Midi Dress [25] ($48, originally $64)
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ASOS DESIGN Maxi Polka Dot Shirt Dress [26] ($60)
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Re:named Polka Dot Dress [27] ($50, originally $72)
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POPSUGAR Babydoll Dress [28] ($45, originally $60)
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Moon River Polka Dot Midi Dress [29] ($61, originally $104)
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POPSUGAR Ruffle Sleeve Dress [30] ($37, originally $50)
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POPSUGAR Plus Size Ruffle Sleeve Dress [31] ($40, originally $54)
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Zara Textured Dress With Volume [32] ($30)
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POPSUGAR Print Tie-Waist Dress [33] ($37, originally $50)
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POPSUGAR Plus Size Print Tie-Waist Dress [34] ($40, originally $54)
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English Factory Sleeveless Maxi Dress [35] ($39, originally $78)
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Bershka Utility Shirt Dress [36] ($30)
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LOFT Plus Dot Tiered Swing Dress [37] ($85, originally $90)
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Madewell Ruffle-Strap Wrap Dress [38] ($56, originally $158)
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Angie Cinch Long Sleeve Minidress [39] ($45)
The Fall Dress Trend: Romance
From puffy sleeves to Victorian-inspired silhouettes with ruffles; so-sweet prints to delicate fabrics, Fall's most feminine dress trend is all about romance. Right now, style yours with minimal sandals and jewellery for a dainty take, or contrast with a chunkier pair of trendy "ugly" sandals [40]. Come Autumn, swap for boots in leather, suede, or faux-croc and snakeskin if you tend feminine and classic. For an alternative look, go for hefty combat boots to offset the sweet.
The Fall Dress Trend: Romance
The Fall Dress Trend: Romance
The Fall Dress Trend: Romance
The Fall Dress Trend: Romance
The Fall Dress Trend: Romance
The Fall Dress Trend: Romance
The Fall Dress Trend: Romance
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Urban Outfitters Off The Market Puff Sleeve Midi Dress [41] ($99)
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POPSUGAR Button-Up Midi Dress [42] ($48, originally $64)
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Pull & Bear Floral Print Midi Dress [43] ($40)
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One Clothing Faux Wrap Maxi Dress [44] ($49)
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Forever 21 Shirred Mini Dress [45] ($25)
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Lost + Wander Mama Mia Midi Dress [46] ($72, originally $103)
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POPSUGAR Print Tie-Waist Dress [47] ($37, originally $50)
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Trixxi Print Knot-Front Midi Dress [48] ($33, originally $48)
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Pixie Market Mariana Puff Sleeve Belted Dress [49] ($128)
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SheIn Frill Neck Button Up Flounce Hem Floral Tea Dress [50] ($19)
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Loéil Rousseau Dress [51] ($148)
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Wilfred Elia Long-Sleeve Floral Mini Dress [52] ($50, originally $148)
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Neon Rose Volume Maxi Shirt Dress [53] ($67)
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POPSUGAR Ruffle Trim Swing Dress [54] ($37, originally $50)
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Pull & Bear Ruffled Crossover Dress [55] ($26)
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Urban Outfitters Floral Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress [56] ($79)
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Madewell Peekaboo-Sleeve Maxi Dress [57] ($80, originally $115)
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Zara Voluminous Organza Dress [58] ($50)
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Urban Outfitters Stargazer Lace-Up Back Mini Dress [59] ($69)
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
Bright shades like yellow, orange, green, and hot pink might feel exclusive to Summer, but the Fall runways have spoken and these electric hues feel fresh and unexpected in cool weather. Sandals are the obvious choice with vibrant dresses now, but come Fall, keep the colour going by layering in knits, jackets, and cold-weather accessories.
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
The Fall Dress Trend: Bright Colours
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POPSUGAR Button-Front Dress [60] ($37, originally $50)
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POPSUGAR Plus Size Button-Front Dress [61] ($40, originally $54)
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Topshop Angel Sleeve Bias Cut Satin Midi Dress [62] ($38, originally $75)
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Universal Thread Plus Size Ruffle Sleeve Square Neck Midi Dress [63] ($30)
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Nobody's Child Tiered Smock Dress [64] ($45)
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English Factory Balloon Sleeve Mini Dress [65] ($90)
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Ralph Lauren Tiered-Skirt Shirt Dress [66] ($87, originally $145)
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POPSUGAR Print Tie-Waist Dress [67] ($37, originally $50)
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POPSUGAR Plus Size Print Tie-Waist Dress [68] ($40, originally $54)
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Loup Grace Dress [69] ($119, originally $!70)
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Free People Later Days Midi Dress [70] ($64, originally $128)
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ASOS DESIGN V Front V Back Smock Mini Dress [71] ($40)
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AQUA Ruffled Faux-Wrap Dress [72] ($59, originally $78)
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Vince Camuto Plus Size Asymmetric Ruffle Hem Dress [73] ($91, originally $154)
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Mango Pleated Dress [74] ($100)
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SheIn Neon Orange Button Up Shirred Cuff Belted Dress [75] ($21)
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COS Asymmetric Layered Dress [76] ($125)
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Junarose Plus Size Ebony Ruffle-Trim Dress [77] ($55)
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Bardot Sharnie Slip Dress [78] ($89)
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The ultimate Fall dress trend for work, tailored silhouettes were a standout on the runways from real and faux leather styles to utilitarian shapes and printed shirtdresses. At the office, this look is perfect with pumps in any season, especially with a sleek bag and polished jewellery.
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
The Fall Dress Trend: Tailored
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Lucy Paris Faux Leather Utility Dress [79] ($98)
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POPSUGAR Printed Midi Dress [80] ($48, originally $64)
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POPSUGAR Plus Size Printed Midi Dress [81] ($51, originally $68)
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Mango Bow Lapels Dress [82] ($80)
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COS Printed Cotton Shirt Dress [83] ($125)
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Eloquii Faux Leather Trench Dress [84] ($130)
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ASOS DESIGN Midi Shirt Dress [85] ($60)
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POPSUGAR Mini Shirtdress [86] ($45, originally $60)
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POPSUGAR Plus Size Mini Shirt Dress [87] ($48, originally $64)
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A New Day Leopard Print Short Sleeve Collared Midi Shirtdress [88] ($28)
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Warehouse Midi Shirt Dress [89] ($82)
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& Other Stories Button Down Midi Shirt Dress [90] ($89)
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Lou & Grey Tie Shirtdress [91] ($90)
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Bardot Snake Print Long Sleeve Belted Midi Shirtdress [92] ($119)
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POPSUGAR Sleeveless Shirt Dress [93] ($45, originally $60)
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Everlane The Cotton Weave Collarless Shirtdress [94] ($78)
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Ava & Viv Plus Size Sleeveless Collared Midi Shirtdress [95] ($21)
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Jennifer Lopez Collared Shirt Dress [96] ($45, originally $60)
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Vila Utility Button Through Midi Shirt Dress [97] ($64)
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River Island Utility Shirt Dress With Belt [98] ($79)