15 Affordable Summer Dresses From Walmart That Look More Expensive Than They Are

I can't decide what makes this summer-to-fall transitional dress so eye-catching: the nautical stripes or the on-trend shirtdress style. Answer: both! And it looks like it costs a lot more. It also comes in green and pink, but again, those stripes…

Between the crochet lace halter and the relaxed fit, this dress can also be worn as a bathing suit cover-up. Throw on your favorite sandals, grab a straw handbag, and you'll look like summer personified.

This neutral-toned floral number would look amazing as a destination beach wedding guest dress. The drop waist is flattering, the spaghetti straps are adjustable, and those frills at the bottom are as sweet as can be.

Leave it to Sofia Vergara to make a halter dress as gorgeous as this one. Aside from the bold print (I love this mint green!), special touches include a braided neckline and a flattering A-line cut. This one deserves to go with you on your next vacation!

A basic stretchy T-shirt dress will always look good with crisp white sneakers and small crossbody bag. To keep it breezy, this one has a knee-high slit up the side. And yes, it also has pockets! Get it in black or heather gray—or both.

I love everything about this mini dress, from the keyhole at the top of the halter top to the tomato red hue. Made of 100% cotton, you can also get it in an adorable lemon print or black.

Here's a midi dress that looks just as great at work as it does on vacation. You'll get an elastic waist, pockets, and shoulder straps wide enough to hide your bra straps. It comes in six colors, so if you love it, you know what to do!

A spaghetti strap mini dress is a joy to wear on summer's hottest days. It comes in this pretty floral, plus five solid colors. I love how the front pleats give it a unique look.

For under $16, you can get a dress that looks like you paid ten times as much. From the Dalmatian print and the puffy sleeves to the multiple bows in the front, this dress looks—there's no other way to say it—fun!

Denim is one of those fabrics that can be worn all year long. This mini dress has puffed sleeves, a deep V-neck, a belted elastic waist, and pockets. I bet you could even wear this into fall with boots!

Stand out in the office with this playful animal print and ruffly short sleeves. This midi has a crewneck, elastic waist, and a small keyhole cutout where it buttons in the back.

A 100% cotton dress for just $20 that's as cute as all get-out? Yes, ma'am! It buttons up the front and has fluttery sleeves, an adjustable belt, and pockets. I'm partial to this earthy olive color, but it also comes in black, beige, orange, and blue.

When you have a special event, a one-shoulder midi dress like this says "casual elegance." Reviewers say it's comfortable to wear, but they suggest sizing down, as it can run a bit large.