Where to get unique dresses

It has a warehouse in Los Angeles, so shipping within the U. Each listing also shows Instagram pictures of people wearing the dresses, so you can get a sense of what it looks like IRL. Why it's great: This L. Why it's great: You don't even have to leave the couch to browse thousands of boutiques located in other cities. All returns are free, too! Why it's great: Express dresses are pretty affordable and many options come in different colors! It always has great sales as well, so be on the lookout.

Why it's great: Free People is not the first place that comes to people's minds when shopping for prom dresses, but it should be! A lot of their party dresses would work for a formal dance. Why it's great: Lulus carries hundreds of formal dresses, so you're likely to find something no one else will have. The collection is a mixture of their own brand and curated pieces from other designers. Why it's great: Channel old-Hollywood glamour in vintage-inspired dresses from this clothing brand that prides itself on delivering high-quality, size-inclusive pieces.

The UK-based retailer also has a premium collection that's a little pricier but very glam. Why it's great: This plus-size retailer is not quite as well-known outside of the UK, but it's a great place to find a curated collection of pretty plus-size gowns.

You get free shipping and returns on every order! Sizes and stock are sometimes limited, but you can always count on new styles getting added. Why it's great: Torrid always offers well-designed and on-trend clothing and their occasion dresses are no exception. A lot of dresses are available in a shorter inseam as well! Not only will the dress fit you perfectly, but no one else will have the exact same style as you. Why it's great: This fashion chain specializes in traditional dresses, but they're not the same ones that you'll find in U.

Why it's great: If you want to go to prom in a dress inspired by your favorite fictional character or just looking like Wednesday Addams, look no further. Why it's great: You can browse hundreds of shop without leaving the house, and support small businesses while you're at it!

Many shops allow for customized creations as well. Shops we dig: RenzRags for glamorous, custom-made prom dresses, thedaintyard for infinity dresses in every color imaginable, Valdenize for custom-made velvet and retro-inspired dresses, and LAmei for traditional-style prom dresses made by a small Canadian business; Hookedonhoney , archetypevintage , and CherieVintage for vintage party dresses.

Why it's great: Even though the choices may not be as plentiful as other websites, each dress is well-designed and unique — it's not just a bunch of similar options with slight tweaks.

Why it's great: There are literally endless designs to choose from different lengths, necklines, colors, sizes, and price points , and you'll be able to see review photos of other people actually wearing the dresses. Plus, if you're a Prime member, a lot of the dresses can be shipped to you within a couple days!

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Emerald Dusty Mauve Olive. Gabriella Printed Ruffle Sleeve Dress. Lights Up Iridescent Babydoll Dress. Orion Satin Maxi Dress. Natural Rust. Montgomery Floral Dress. Meredith One Shoulder Dress. Lillian One Shoulder Satin Dress. Black Persian Blue. Kelsey Floral Long Sleeve Dress. Grey Salmon Olive Ruby. Alexandria Floral Dress. Miranda Ruffle Mock Neck Dress. Presley Long Sleeve Dress. Not only will you love the designs but they sell a dress for every occasion and style.

If you are more into designer name styles, then Revolve is the online shop for you. The store was started in by two like-minded friends who wanted a way to narrow down shopping for high quality, designer fashion. Revolve carries only the highest in name and quality with more than brands under their online umbrella.

Given its reach, the top brands are scrambling to get their wares listed on Zappos. How many dresses on Zappos? When we put this list of the best dress stores online, there were 2, dresses for sale on Zappos. Shop your heart out. With so many dresses to choose from, Zappos makes online dress shopping easy.

The selection is broad including everyday dresses, styles for work, party dresses, little black dresses and more. Is it expensive? It started as a vintage shop in LA California then expanded into creating its own stuff focusing on sustainability.

The garment industry is pretty bad relying on sweatshops and horrible labor practices. The Reformation wanted to avoid creating even more misery and so they set up their factory in Los Angeles offering a fair and safe working environment. Sometimes you gotta support the good folks and Ref is definitely one of them. Plus you get fabbo dresses to boot. Free People just might be the coolest fashioin store for women these days if you like the Boho chic style and many do. Free People is very discerning in the clothing they sell.

They work with designers and carefully curate each collection for every season. For example, when we published this list, FP only had dresses for sale. Check out Mango dresses. Check out Hugo Boss dresses. How much? Again, not Prada prices but more than other stores featured. Interestingly, the dresses at Hugo Boss fall into two lines. One line is Hugo.

Can you guess the second line?