How to Make a $22 Amazon Dress Look Expensive

I’ve been really into shopping for capsule wardrobe pieces on Amazon and have been impressed with my finds so far! It’s easy to get lost in all the options & you can’t see everything. I love it though, because the best pieces are affordable. If styled just right, Amazon dresses can look like you paid a lot more for them.

This is why I’ve spent the last three weeks researching the best Amazon dresses, ordering and trying out SO many items.

When in quarantine, you know?

My favorite item so far is this maxi dress (pictured below) that comes in 6 colors/patterns. The bodice is smocked and the sleeves have ruffles. Can you believe this was on Amazon Prime for $22?

How to Make an Amazon Dress Look Expensive

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Amazon Dresses

Day Time Look

For a morning at the Farmer’s Market downtown, errands or brunch, I style this maxi dress with white keds, a straw bag, and gold jewelry.

How to Make an Amazon Dress Look Expensive
Dress/ Bag /Sneakers

The gold bracelets and gold layered necklaces are affordable and durable! These are my go-to for any outfit I want to look put together, but not trying too hard. I have to shout out this from Amazon Prime. It’s gorgeous in person and the handle is perfect for tying on a silk scarf.

   

I just ordered this dress in orange for Fall and cannot wait to style it with a suede jacket and booties!

Outfit Details

DRESS (L) | STRAW HANDBAG | WHITE SNEAKERS | COIN NECKLACE | CHAIN NECKLACE | SUNGLASSES | STACKED BRACELETS

Night Time Look

For date night or a night out with my girlfriends (mostly over Zoom at this point!) I’ll wear a neutral block heel, denim jacket, and Tory Burch bag (similar here). Super simple, looks polished but not trying too hard.

   

Styling this dress with the right capsule wardrobe accessories can really elevate the look. I wear this baby everywhere & it’s so easy to take the look from day to night. I can’t wait to share more Amazon finds!

A NOTE ON QUALITY-

I’ve washed and dried this dress twice and noticed a little shrinkage, but not enough to need to size down. The fit is definitely TTS (true to size), which is tough to find on Amazon.

I did notice the dress looks best when the straps and bodice ruffles are steamed. It takes less than two minutes and makes a HUGE difference. This is the portable steamer I use under $20.

   

Outfit Details

DRESS (L) |  HANDBAG | SANDALS | DENIM JACKETCOIN NECKLACE | CHAIN NECKLACE | SUNGLASSES | STACKED BRACELETS

Where would you wear this dress? LMK if you find any fashion must-haves on Amazon in the comments! xx



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Hi there! I'm Katie, a San Diego-based fashion and lifestyle content creator. Styled Wanderlust is a source of inspiration for casual feminine style + scenic travel destinations.

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