Fashion Clothing The Prettiest Summer Dresses Are Under $100 (and on Amazon!) By Alexis Bennett Alexis Bennett Alexis Bennett is a New York-based writer who covers all things fashion, shopping, and beauty. She was previously the Ecommerce editor at InStyle. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on June 27, 2018 @ 11:30AM Pin Share Tweet Email Trending Videos Photo: WAYF/INSTAGRAM Sure, you could go all Zimmermann and drop a couple hundred dollars on a pretty summer dress. (Trust me, the cost-per-wear makes it a worthy splurge.) But an affordable dress can be just as impressive. You just have to know exactly what to look for. Classic silhouettes are always a safe bet. But don't be afraid to shop for pieces with modern elements that acknowledge today's trends—like extra ruffles, unexpected cutouts, and statement buttons. So where can you find affordable dresses like that? Think outside the box and browse through Amazon's endless pages of products. There's no need to feel overwhelmed by all of the options. We've gathered InStyle's favorite picks for you below. 01 of 10 Stripe Asymmetric Dress Courtesy Buy Now 02 of 10 Wrap Flare Dress Courtesy Buy Now 03 of 10 Button-Down Midi Dress Courtesy Buy Now 04 of 10 Floral Slip Dress Courtesy Buy Now 05 of 10 Smocked Maxi Dress Courtesy Buy Now 06 of 10 Chambray Slip Dress Courtesy Buy Now 07 of 10 Button-Front Denim Dress Courtesy Buy Now 08 of 10 Teagan Ruffle Dress Courtesy Buy Now 09 of 10 Off-the-Shoulder Dress Courtesy Buy Now 10 of 10 Pleated Dress Courtesy Buy Now