10 Pretty Maxi Dresses with Coastal Boutique Vibes — You'd Never Guess They're All Under $50 at Amazon

Plus, the accessories you need to take them from day to night wear

Now that I’m looking forward to fun outdoor events like picnics and backyard barbecues, it’s time to add at least one pretty maxi dress to my closet. 

I scoured Amazon’s fashion section for inspiration and still can’t believe what I uncovered. Not only did I find dresses for every event on my social calendar, but they all look like they came off the rack of an upscale store. The best part? While they have fancy boutique vibes, they’re all less than $50. Keep reading to see my top picks — including a floral sundress that makes me want to book an Italian Riviera getaway. 

Pretty Maxi Dresses at Amazon

• Timeless Silhouette: Ostoo Summer Tiered Maxi Dress, $30
• Stretchy Bodice: Kirundo Floral Maxi Sundress, $36–$46 (orig. $56) 
• Writer’s Pick: Dokuritu Crochet Lace Maxi Dress, $47
• Posh Polo Collar: Anrabess V-Neck Sundress, $27 (orig. $33)
• High-Waisted: Prettygarden Spaghetti-Strap Dress, $43 (orig. $50)
• Just Add a Floppy Hat: Dokotoo Smocked Maxi Dress, $37 (orig. $43)
• Doubles as a Beach Cover-Up: Anrabess Asymmetrical Casual Maxi Dress, $37–$40 (orig. $43)
• Wrinkle-Resistant Skirt: Prettygarden Smocked Tiered Sundress, $43
• Stretchy Bodice: Kirundo Floral Maxi Sundress, $36–$46 (orig. $56) 
• Italian Riviera Vibes: Ofeefan Smocked Sundress, $25–$30 (orig. $40)
• Dress It Up for Parties: Btfbm High-Waisted Long Sundress, $45 (orig. $48) 

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Ostoo Summer Tiered Maxi Dress

$30 at Amazon

This lightweight dress is effortlessly beautiful with refined details, including a smocked waistline that creates a tapered silhouette. Its gathered sleeves and neckline give it a fun vintage vibe, too. Plus, its elastic drawstring collar stretches for off-the-shoulder wear. One shopper who took it on a cruise wrote that it was “dressy enough to wear to dinner in the evening, but [they] could also wear it off the ship.”

Kirundo Floral Maxi Sundress

$56 $36 at Amazon

As someone who doesn’t like tucking a tank top into long skirts, I immediately added this resort dress to my cart. It has an elegant scoop neckline with straps that are wide enough to conceal a bra. Plus, its breezy skirt — which is fully lined — has lots of movement when you walk (or dance!). Another reason to pack it for vacation? One shopper called it a “perfect boating dress over a bathing suit” and added it's a “nice way to dress up, without dressing up.”

Related: Amazon Has Pretty Caftans That Function as Resort Wear, Cruise Outfits, and Beach Cover-Ups — All for $30 or Less

Dokuritu Crochet Lace Maxi Dress

$47 at Amazon

I grabbed this dress for a summer barbecue because it has one clever feature I swear by: adjustable spaghetti straps. The lace bodice is also flexible yet has a bit of structure, so I felt comfortable (and supported) when I wore my strapless bra under it. Although it has a couple layers of fabric, the dress is super lightweight and didn’t make me overheat in 70-degree weather. It comes in 24 pretty colors, so I’m tempted to add another one to my closet. 

Keep scrolling to see even more maxi dresses to wear for your spring and summer events — including this breezy asymmetric dress that doubles as a beach cover-up — and accessories to complete your looks. 

Anrabess V-Neck Sundress $33 $27 at Amazon	Prettygarden Spaghetti-Strap Dress $50 $43 at Amazon
Dokotoo Smocked Maxi Dress $43 $37 at Amazon	Anrabess Asymmetrical Casual Maxi Dress $43 $37 at Amazon
Prettygarden Smocked Tiered Sundress $43 at Amazon	Ofeefan Smocked Sundress  $40 $28 at Amazon

Cute Accessories to Style with Maxi Dresses

If you’re looking for accessories to match your maxi dress, I found cute sandals, a hat, and even sunnies to top off your look. My favorite find is a pair of starfish drop earrings that add a whimsical touch spring and summer ’fits.

Senker Fashion Wide-Brim Sun Hat $17 $12 at Amazon	Sannyra Starfish Huggie Drop Earrings $13 at Amazon
Shibever Wedge Sandals $36 at Amazon	Fitory Slide Sandals $39 $20 at Amazon
Youjaree Straw Crossbody Purse $36 $25 at Amazon	The Fresh Oversized Square Sunglasses $13 at Amazon

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