47 Head-Turning Dresses Under $100 to Get You Through Every Winter Occasion

By Caroline Vazzana
Updated Dec 07, 2015 @ 11:15 am
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Judging by how quickly our calendar is filling up, social season is officially upon us. Fun, yes, but figuring out what to wear? Not so much. In an attempt to look good without spending a fortune, we decided to do the near impossible. We found 47 dresses that not only ring in under $100, but can be worn to almost any winter occasion—and beyond. Shop our comprehensive guide to the best dresses that'll work for anything from holiday parties to weddings but still keep your wallet in line. You're welcome.

PHOTOS: Shop 47 Insanely Chic Dresses Under $100 to Get You Through Every Winter Occasion

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INC International Concepts 

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This red dress looks perfect when paired with a fun statement necklace. 

$80; macys.com 

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London Style

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Sparkle and shine in this festive holiday halter dress. 

$67; jcpenney.com

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Betsey Johnson 

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A festive green holiday dress is made even more flattering with a fun pearl collar. 

$95; betseyjohnson.com 

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Maurices 

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This lace dress with a bandeau-like top is a holiday party must-have. 

$49; maurcies.com

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Glamorous 

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Frayed lace makes for an elegant touch to any holiday dress. 

$68; nordstrom.com

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Lands' End 

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You can never go wrong with a classic A-line dress. Elevate this deep red velvet even further with a metallic shoe. 

$59; landsend.com

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Soloiste

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This metallic strapless number is sure to turn heads. 

$98; nordstrom.com

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Target

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Let this black sequin dress be your focal point by pairing it with simple elegant accessories. 

$49; target.com

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American Apparel 

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This number with its plunging neckline is a grown-up take on the classic velvet dress. 

$58; americanapparel.com

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Speechless

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This strappy knee-length dress is perfect for your office holiday party. 

$54; nordstrom.com

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Mango

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A halter dress with bedazzled detailing is a fun take on the traditional LBD.

$80; mango.com 

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Missguided 

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Be the trend-setter of your group by trading your traditional holiday getup for this fashion-forward tux dress.  

$68; missguidedus.com. 

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Zara 

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The lace-up front gives your black dress a little something extra. 

$40; zara.com 

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Endless Rose 

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With a jeweled neck and waistline, who needs accessories? 

$83; revolveclothing.com 

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Lucy Paris 

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Shine brighter than anyone else in this sequin green dress. 

$77; revolveclothing.com 

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Frenchi 

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Formal meets fun in this metallic fit-and-flare dress. 

$68; nordstrom.com 

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Adelyn Rae

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This bright dress will stand out in a sea of traditional red and green frocks. 

$94; nordstrom.com

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Forever 21 

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Sultry meets sweet in a mesh-paneled form-fitting dress. 

$78; forever21.com 

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Mustard Seed 

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This long-sleeve lace dress is the solution for keeping warm and looking chic at the same time.

$68; bloomingdales.com

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Asos 

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This elegant oxblood dress is made edgy with mesh details and fun cutouts.  

$76; asos.com

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Michael Michael Kors 

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Play up the edgy studs on the asymmetrical dress with a a matching gold pump. 

$78; bloomingdales.com 

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Adelyn Rae

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When styling a sequin slip dress, opt for simple accessories. 

$99; nordstrom.com 

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Oasis 

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Channel your inner 1920s flapper with this fun fringed dress. 

$90; oasis.andotherbrands.com 

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Simply Vera Vera Wang 

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Give your velvet dress a makeover with cool detailing and edgy accessories. 

$38; kohls.com 

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Miss Selfridge 

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Thanks to bell sleeves, this isn't any ordinary lace dress. 

$60; missselfridge.com

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Therapy 

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Play with prints with this dark floral dress. 

$24; houseoffraser.co.uk

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Forever 21 

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Work your curves in this pleated A-line dress that highlights your waistline.

$30; forever21.com 

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Topshop 

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A simple tunic dress is not only comfortable, but is made more festive when done in metallic gold. 

$52; topshop.com

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Oasis 

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Dress up a velvet bib front dress with tights and black booties. 

$90; oasis.andotherbrands.com. 

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Chic Wish 

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This red midi dress boasts the perfect length to show off your holiday party shoes. 

$62; chicwish.com

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Twin Sister 

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Take a minimalist approach with a frills-free dress. 

$86; asos.com

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River Island 

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This fully fringed number is something we'd picture at one of Jay Gatsby's iconic parties.

$90; riverisland.com