11 Revenge Dresses To Wear Now That Spring Has Sprung

By Ruthie Friedlander
Updated Apr 19, 2018 @ 3:11 pm
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Winter, spring, summer, or fall: no matter the season, breakups suck. In my opinion, the colder the weather, the harder the heartbreak, which is why (whew) THANK THE LOVE GODDESSES that it's finally spring. Not only does the sun help increase our overall happiness, but our outfit options become limitless.

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They say you should dress for the job you want, not the job you have. That's sort of my sentiment regarding The Great Revenge Dress: a dress that makes you feel confident, sexy, and ready to take on the world ... or your ex ... even if you're feeling less than amazing.

Here, 11 dresses that fit the bill.

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Cutout ruffled printed satin mini dress

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Bianca Jagger served as the inspiration for Self Portrait's Spring 2018 collection. Revenge dress inspo/goddess? We think so. 

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Washed-silk wrap mini dress

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The romantic pink, flattering wrap and swishy skirt on this mini dress is what makes it a stand out.

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Yokners paillette-embellished tulle mini dress

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Pink sequins? For under $300? AND THERE ARE BOWS? Yes, please!

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Silk-satin chemise

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"Fleur du Mal" and "sexy" go hand in hand, which is why if you're looking for a true revenge dress, look no further than the brand's classic slip dress in pink satin silk. 

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"I Feel It Coming" asymmetric gathered fil coupé georgette midi dress

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A dress with a name as good as this one deserves it's rightful place on this list. 

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Sperone backless cotton-blend mini dress

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Sure, some may say you forgot your pants. We say they're just jealous. 

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Two-tone distressed denim mini dress

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More of a denim kinda gal? Have no fear! RE/DONE x Levi's is here with a zip up dress that hugs in all the right places.

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Raft lace-up linen-blend mini dress

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We've been obsessed with Staud's vintage-inspired line since it launched two years ago, and this dress is nothing short of nautical chic perfection. 

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Stretch-knit dress

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Sometimes you just need to keep things simple with a perfectly fitted LBD.

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Topaz ruffled printed linen mini dress

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Does anyone do the "revenge dress" quite like a French woman? Proof: this dress.

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Serina off-the-shoulder stretch-silk satin mini dress

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Yes, this dress may have a loose fit. But the off the shoulder "just-threw-this-thing-on" vibe is what makes it ultimate revenge-worthy.

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