20 Chic Summer Dresses Under $50 to Grab on Amazon Prime Day

Jaws will drop when you step out in this slinky dress. It comes in multiple colors (although I'm partial to the red and black), and customers say that they love the way the soft, stretchy material feels on their body!

Figuring out what to wear to work when it's boiling hot on the commute to the office and freezing cold once you get there is, uh, really hard. Something like this chic sleeveless sweater dress will do the trick.

Imagine wearing this with a sun-kissed glow to a bachelorette by the beach? Yeah, I'd add to cart right now if I were you...

Doesn't this just scream quiet luxury? And for 40 bucks? Even better. This linen dress is made from a thicker, high-quality fabric that’s still breathable and flowy—perfect for those sunny summer days with a light breeze. Reviewers rave about how soft it feels, the adjustable straps, and its pockets that can fit your small necessities. Ahem, and it comes in 16 other colors if you feel so compelled to buy it in various hues (which, warning, you will).

Honestly, a beach or pool cover-up that doubles as a dress is a vacation must-have. It’s the perfect piece to transition from the shore to a casual lunch. And just saying, this two-in-one gem means you don’t have to pack an extra item!

An easy, bouncy mini dress you can throw on for a walk around the neighborhood, an errand run, or brunch with the besties is an essential for the warmer months. Wear it with casual slip-on sandals, strappy heels, or even tennis shoes. The versatility is unmatched!

Summer is the season for cut-outs—especially if you feel really hot during this time of year. This super soft, lightweight dress with a has a cut-out on the middle of the dress and a slit at the side of the leg for an airy, comfortable fit. Ahem, this would be a perfect outfit for a beach vacay, just sayin’!

Dare I say I may have just found the perfect summer wedding guest dress? The pastel florals and matching scarf make this floor-length, strapless dress look like pure magic. But let’s be real, it’s the under-$25 price tag that has me fully sold.

Butter yellow is having a moment in fashion, and it brings out the best in this ruffled mini in all the right ways. Pair it with thong heels, a slicked-back updo, and your go-to lip gloss combo, and you've got a summer look that’s easy yet elevated.

Oh, this? Just the floral mini dress of my dreams. Dress it down with sandals or do it up with some platform heels—either way, get ready for everyone asking where you found this beauty every time you take it out on the town.

In my opinion, a classic, strapless dress is a closet staple. Style tip: You can even throw on a tee or a sweatshirt over it to make it appear as a two-piece set. It can do it all!

Yep, I’ll definitely be wearing this on a boat somewhere along the southern coast of Italy this summer. Add some gold jewelry and a raffia bag, and suddenly it’s giving White Lotus in the chicest way.

The combination of florals and a pop of color defines a summer dress. Wear this dreamy halter number casually with some sandals or dressed up with a pair of strappy heels. Accessories like hoop earrings, a floppy hat, or a rattan bag will add to the fresh look.

Frankly, no summer wardrobe is complete without a billowing white dress. This floral option, with a stretchy high waist and ruffled straps, is giving me major afternoon picnic vibes.

Perfect for outdoor pickleball days or anyone who loves the sporty-chic look, this airy mini is incredibly easy to move in. The elastic at the top of the skirt and the bottom of the top ensures a stretchy, comfortable fit. And the cut-out at the mid-section, plus the V-neck, allows for ample airflow.

I've been obsessed with the long, A-line silhouette that's been making its way through the fashion scene. And this beauty from Amazon checks all the boxes. The flowy skirt! The smocked top that's super stretchy! And the icing on the cake? Two side pockets. I will be getting one in every colorway available, thank you very much.

A pink babydoll dress with ruffled sleeves just makes sense for the summer season, you know?

You can’t convince me this doesn’t look like a high-end designer dress. The best part? This stunning mini is under $40 and will instantly become your most-worn summer dress. Like, come on, the sleeves and the long bow at the center actually have me weak in the knees because they're so good.