As a shopping editor, I have tried on hundreds (OK, perhaps thousands) of dresses [1]. That means when I find a good one, I really know when it's worth the purchase. As soon as I slipped on this Lucienne Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress [2] ($120, originally $180), I knew it was a winner. The A-line silhouette and belted waist makes it a flattering choice. It fits true to size — I'm wearing a size 12 in the photo above for reference. I love the size range the site offers as well — there's standard, petite, and curvy options.

Besides being a great fit, the warm brown shade and polka dot print make it a standout design for Fall. I can dress it down with a denim jacket and black flats, or up with heels and statement earrings. The off-the-shoulder silhouette can also be worn up on your shoulders if you hate wearing a strapless bra. I was so thrilled to receive the compliments I got when I wore this — both on the weekends and for work events.

The best part of all is that this dress just went on sale. I have a feeling it will sell fast, so get your hands on it while you can. If you don't take my word for it, read the amazing customers reviews on