When Target revealed that Victoria Beckham was its next guest designer late last year, throngs of the fashion faithful marked their digital calendars for April 2017. It’s no secret that Target has become the mecca for realistically priced designer goods via its well-hyped collabs with some of fashion’s elite craftsmen/craftswomen. Full disclosure: We have a few pieces from 3.1 Phillip Lim, Peter Pilotto and Altuzarra in our closets courtesy of the retail giant’s many partnerships. But there’s no need to wait until the next collab rolls around to score some on-the-cheap fashion treasures — Target dresses (the nondesigner collab kind) are just as covet-worthy.
Target dresses run the gamut from vacation-demanding patterned maxis to retro swinging silhouettes and belted Bardot dresses. No, really. There are also pieces boasting of-the-moment trends, including cut-outs, stripes and ruffles. All they need is the right sartorial touch to put them over the top.
We’ve compiled 24 must-have Target dresses that are available right now, along with some handy next-level styling tips. (Though we encourage putting your own spin on things.) With prices at almost unprecedented lows, you can stock your closet with the whole lot as an easy way to hit refresh on your summer wardrobe.
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Target Dresses
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Merona
Follow Target’s lead by favoring turquoise jewelry and red sandals. But instead of dainty danglers, hunt down shoulder-sweeping tassel-type earrings for a head-turning finish.
Women's Palm Print Cold Shoulder Dress, $27.99 at Target
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S&P by Standards and Practices
The slip dress gets a trapeze makeover. Alternate between sporting the pale purple piece as is and Kendall Jenner fashion by working in a white tee underneath.
Women's Hi Low Halter Dress, $68 at Target
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J by J.O.A.
Wear your hair up to show off the unique Y-back of this Target dress. Count on textured flats to kick things up a notch.
Women's Printed Keyhole Shift Dress, $39.99 at Target
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Fynn and Rose
Who says the red, white and blue has to be put on the back burner after the 4th of July? Flaunt your bump in this fresh floral frock, but stick to neutrals when it comes to footwear.
Maternity Floral Printed Shirt Red Neckline Dress, $29.99 at Target
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Ava & Viv
This subtly striped olive tank dress has a sweet high-low hemline prime for a pair of ankle-wrap espadrilles. Gold hoop earrings on the smaller side will balance things out.
Women's Plus Size High-Low Maxi Dress, $29.99 at Target
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Mossimo
Stripes going every which way call for a sun hat by Eugenia Kim to balance them out. The addition of electric blue slingbacks will have you looking like you should be strutting the streets during Haute Couture Fashion Week.
Women's Knit Off the Shoulder Dress, $27.99 at Target
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Alison Andrews
Since the recent resort collections were all about stripes, follow suit in this linear maxi boasting a faux asymmetrical hemline. It doesn’t need much, just an eye-catching micro bag.
Women's Colorblock Stripe Maxi Dress, $49.99 at Target
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Xhilaration
There’s something very Tory Burch-esque about this patterned maxi. Metallic thongs, dagger earrings and the low price point make it a winner.
Women's Tie-Front Maxi Dress, $29.99 at Target
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Éclair
If ever a dress demanded a bandana... You can either opt to tie one as a mock choker or dare to wear a navy one as an anklet (focus on only one foot for that mismatched shoes vibe).
Women's Elbow Sleeve Shift Dress With Zipper Back, $34.98 at Target
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Xhilaration
Whether you have a music festival to go to or a holiday in Capri, you can’t go wrong with a sweetheart maxi dress. Top it off with a straw hat and strappy colorful flat sandals.
Women's Cup Maxi Dress, $29.99 at Target
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Who What Wear
Who What Wear is practically required reading for the fashion-obsessed, so we weren’t really surprised to see the site’s clothing line yield such stylish results. Polka dots pair extremely well with brights and sunshine yellow sandals would certainly fit the bill.
Women's Tiered Maxi Print, $36.99 at Target
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3Hearts
We’re a bit mad for this mod burnt orange dress and the fact that its scallop neckline is replicated in the back. Add in a Zara Raffia Bucket Bag and white mules for some extra polish.
Women's Scallop Mock Neck Cut Out Shift Dress, $29.99 at Target
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ISANI for Target
Bring a touch of Hawaii to the New York City pavement with a thoroughly tropical print. Don’t clutter the halter neckline with jewelry; slide on some arm candy and slip on some open-back mules.
Women's Tropical Floral Printed Halterneck Dress, $44.99 at Target
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Mossimo
If you dare to do double denim, cap off this light blue dress with denim ankle-strap footwear. A single drop earring on the exposed shoulder side ups the Instagram ante.
Women's One Shoulder Ruffle Dress, $27.99 at Target
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Liz Lange for Target
Swap out the thin tie on this safari-style shirtdress for a long-scarf-cum-belt post-pregnancy. Transition to fall by letting the convertible roll-tab sleeves loose and working in chocolate booties.
Maternity Utility Dress, $34.99 at Target
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Mossimo
Target dresses can definitely bring the drama. A side fishtail plait, perforated tan pumps and an emerald green Cult Gaia Malachite Acrylic Ark clutch take things to another dimension.
Women's Print Cold Shoulder Ruffle Dress, $29.99 at Target
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Soul Cake
The bold pattern on this racerback dress is only half the headline. Its two-tone contrast neckline trim takes things up a skosh. Box-fresh white sneaks will play up the tennis dress persona.
Women's Printed High Neck Halter Dress, $29.99 at Target
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Ava & Viv
T-shirt Target dresses are your BFFs this summer for easy-breezy style. Incorporate a pop of color via bright sandals.
Women's Plus Size Striped T-Shirt Dress, $24.99 at Target
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Fynn and Rose
Nothing complements a crew neck like scalloped trim. The navy blue shade lends itself to multiple styling options, but we’re partial to a statement ring and necklace combo along with patterned pumps.
Maternity Scallop Sleeveless Dress, $29.99 at Target
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Layered with Love
Jet from the office to drinks in this navy floral tie-waist dress and burgundy ankle-strap pumps. On your way, pull out that arm cuff you have stashed in your tassel-accented shoulder bag.
Women's Sleeveless Tie Waist Dress, $49.99 at Target
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Merona
Exaggerated sleeves are still trotted out on many a runway. Balance out the structured top by cinching the waist with a statement belt and pointy orange mules.
Women's Striped Ruffle Sleeve Ponte Shift Dress, $29.99 at Target
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Who What Wear
Dress up this Target dress with a pendant necklace and strappy heels for date night or dress it down for Sunday brunch with your gal pals by slipping on a set of patterned slides.
Women's Plus Size Embroidered Belted Bardot Dress, $36.99 at Target
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Mossimo Supply Co.
While we normally don’t advocate covering up ruffles, this teal floral dress would look absolutely stellar with a black and white striped lightweight cardigan over top. Pick either black or white flats for a sense of coherency.
Women's Ruffle Wrap Dress, $24.99 at Target
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Mossimo Supply Co.
Skip the baseball cap and rock a colorful headwrap instead. Keep the neckline clear, but add a narrow bangle and flat espadrilles to project a carefree I’m-on-vacation aura.
Women's Off the Shoulder Dress, $22.99 at Target
