10 Stylishly Comfy Throw-On Dresses Under $17 That Avoid the Frumpy Look

Fashionable and functional, this casual maxi is just right for dressing up or down, depending on the occasion — wear it with a jean jacket and strappy sandals for a cute weekend look, or with slip-on sneakers and a floppy sun hat for a laid-back beachy vibe. It comes in 20 colors and patterns and sizes up to 3XL, so there’s a good bet there’s an option you’ll love.

Designed for all-day comfort, this casual cutie has an A-line silhouette that fits loosely over the body and hits just above the knees. The best part? It has pockets! Choose from over 31 colors and prints.

Ideal for throwing on over your bathing suit for your remaining few beach days or wearing to Sunday brunch, this swishy number has a high front cut, spaghetti straps and a side slit for maximum airiness. 

One shopper describes it as “flowy and soft, with room to hide the least favorite body areas without being a tent.”

This wear-anywhere wardrobe workhorse makes for a perfect pairing with sandals and a sun hat. And then, when temps really start to drop, throw on a cardigan over it and have yourself a whole new look! We love this dress with a knotted bottom, to keep it trip-safe during long walks around town. Prices vary by color and print — 19 options are available — and all have pockets (we love pockets).

For only $30, why not get one, two or even three for your wardrobe? This tiered maxi dress is light, soft and flowy, with a nice amount of stretch and thickness to prevent undergarments from showing through. The high waistline creates a flattering silhouette for a variety of shapes, and the tiered design adds a little visual flair.

Looking for something a little more dressy that’ll still help you keep your cool? Ideal for everything from barbecues to baby showers, this swingy style is a little bit boho, which will make you feel effortlessly stylish even when the temperatures remain stubbornly high outside.

Over 7,900 Amazon reviewers have given this versatile dress a glowing five-star rating. Right now you can snag it in 39 (yes, 39) different colors and prints.

Prints, prints and more prints — more than two dozen in total, with an additional 10 solid choices in pastel and neutral hues. From bold geometrics to romantic florals, this splashy stunner hits on all the right notes for a stylish wardrobe update. The fabric is soft, breathable and stretchy without being see-through.

This cute, comfy maxi dress has it all: a flattering design, an alluring slit and handy pockets. Plus, its roomy fit won’t cling to your body, allowing for some welcome airflow. It’ll look great under a light jacket on early-fall nights, too. 

It has amassed more than 6,500 five-star fans who offer praise like this: “It did not have a wrinkle! It is soft and comfy. It breathes. It is perfect for the hot Houston weather. Can’t beat it for the price.”

This is the definition of comfy, casual and chic, with a flattering sheath design and a tie waist that creates definition in the midsection. Wear it to work, wear it on the boardwalk, wear it in the backyard — the world is your stylish oyster.

Another option with pockets! Statement sleeves are all the rage right now, so we’re particularly enamored with the fluttery cap sleeves on this top seller, which are just right for keeping shoulders sheltered from the sun’s still-strong rays. This dress is available in 28 different colors, including neutrals like black, white and khaki; pastels like mint and sky blue; and bold brights like peacock and rose.

The waistline is well-positioned to hide any belly bulges, while the shirred top makes for a slim silhouette. And reviewers praise the fabric for being nonclingy and breathable.