Dresses that are both flowy and flattering? Sign us up! (Amazon)
We all love a comfy, flowy dress, as long as it doesn't look like you're wearing a tent. (The circus might be coming to town this summer, but that doesn't mean you have to look the part!). Kidding aside, the trick to finding flattering frocks is to look for features that highlight your waist, helping to show off your figure and avoid that oversized look. Think ruching, wrap ties and hidden elastic waistbands that cinch you in just right!
Determined to find options that will make you feel as good as you look, I scoured through thousands of styles on Amazon to find options that are equal parts flattering and fashionable. Trust me, these easy-breezy dresses are a win for pretty much every body type, and they're so chic and comfy that you'll want to wear them every day this summer! Scroll ahead to find your new favorite warm-weather staples — they're all under $50, so we wouldn't blame you if you buy more than one.
Made of a soft and stretchy material, this maxi has a flowy silhouette that gives it such an easy, breezy vibe. One of my favorite things about it is the wrap design, which really flatters your figure. Plus, it has a hidden snap button at the neckline, so you can choose how much skin to show, making it perfect for any number of occasions.
"This is such a forgiving dress and hugs in all the right places. Even though the material seems thin...it looks so good even in problem areas," wrote one five-star reviewer.
Cute, comfortable and feminine, this gingham dress is made has smocking at the bust to create some shape and flirty ruffles around the neckline to add interest. The high-neck design and flowy, A-line silhouette create an hourglass shape without being constricting.
"LOVE LOVE LOVE this dress," gushed one owner. "So comfortable and flattering! I've received so many compliments while wearing this dress! I am 5 foot 1 inch tall and it's not too long at all! It is also very comfortable to wear in these hot summer months!"
With a flowy skirt and a stretchy midsection, this gorgeous dress is designed for all-day comfort. I particularly love the sweet little bow at the neckline! Plus, you can style the straps any way you like — keep them on your shoulders for a classic look or pull them down for a fun off-the-shoulder vibe. It's so versatile and cute!
One happy shopper wrote, "It hides any muffin tops or tummy junk. It cinched in right under the bra hiding everything below the belly button."
This versatile dress is so elegant and flattering you will want to wear it over and over again. The entire top has a stretchy smocking that makes it super comfortable and the tiered flowy skirt hits right at the midsection to hide any imperfections you want to keep under wraps. Bonus: with the right accessories and shoes, you can wear it just about anywhere.
"This dress is SO flattering! I am a big girl with a 40DD chest, so I have to wear a bra with straps. Bought this for a Hawaii vacation and it was perfect! Flattering, simple, could dress up or dress down," raved one customer.
How pretty is this flutter-sleeved dress? It features a soft A-line design, a smocked waist and a tiered skirt for top-tier flowiness that hides any tummy or hip concerns. Go bold with this bright red style or switch it up with one of the 16 other colors
"I bought this dress two days before my daughter's baby shower and didn't try it on until the day of. It did not disappoint! This dress is very flowy and light, hides the tummy well and just beautiful all around! I got plenty of compliments that day," wrote one fan.
Sophisticated and feminine, this is made for any and every body type. I absolutely adore the sweet tie-up ribbon straps, and the shirred, stretchy bodice makes it super comfy for all-day wear. With sizes ranging from XS to XXL, it should be easy to find your ideal fit. The best part? You'll find this lovely dress in 23 fabulous colors, including every pastel you can think of.
One shopper called it "Absolutely perfect," before adding, "This material was so comfortable and the dress was incredibly flattering! I bought this for engagement photos and I could not be happier. I bought multiple dresses and didn't even change once because I love this dress so much!"
Like a lot of worth-it flowy dresses, this one has a hidden elastic high-rise waistband that cinches you in a bit to help show off your figure. What makes it even better, though, is the subtle tiered skirt and fun brightly colored prints you can choose from.
"Wow! I am impressed with this dress!! The colors are vivid, the fabric is soft and not see-through," raved one five-star reviewer. "The elastic waist is really nice to give you some shape and I appreciate that it is not too long."
This comfortable maxi has a loose, flowing fit with a high-low hemline that shows off your shoe collection. There's also a tie to cinch your waist for an extra-snatched look. You can choose between classic solids and pretty florals but I happen to love the classic polka dot prints the most.
One customer raved, "This is a very flattering dress around the midsection. Unfortunately, pre-menopause has caused me to gain quite a bit of weight pretty quickly, especially around my waist, but this dress hides it quite nicely. I have also gained new 'back wings' that I never had before, and this dress somehow makes those smaller as well. It is also comfortable to wear for an entire evening."
I absolutely love the square neck and wave trims on this cute maxi — it gives it such a fresh and modern vibe. Plus, the smocked back gives it a more fitted silhouette and the adjustable straps make it super comfy to wear. And the best part? It's machine-washable, so you can skip those insane dry-cleaning bills.
One fan called it "the perfect dress," before adding, "I would recommend this to anyone and everyone. So flattering, I have worn it on days where I'm not feeling my best and it makes everything better."
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
