The Holidays Are Coming—21 Affordable Party Dresses I’m Freaking Out Over

The holiday season is fast approaching, and we want to ensure your party wardrobe is stocked and ready for the festivities. I already have quite a handful of events I know I need something fun to wear but I don’t want to spend more than I need to. Thanks to hours of scrolling and hundreds of open tabs, I was able to locate the best affordable party dresses for the holiday season right here. 

Somehow, I narrowed down my favorites to 21, but know that there are tons more out there that almost made the cut. Below, shop the perfect affordable holiday party dresses from maxis to minis and back again. 

This dress looks like it’s straight off the runway. 

The French-girl-approved dress I’m shocked is still in stock.

This is the most expensive dress you’ll see in this story, but I couldn’t leave it out. 

This color will get you so many compliments. 

This price point feels too good to be true. 

Ballerina-core all around.

No one will believe you when you tell them this is from Abercrombie & Fitch. 

Lingerie-inspired party attire will always be a crowd pleaser. 

Another Abercrombie knockout. 

I want this dress in every color. 

Rosettes are a major trend right now and this is the perfect dress to dive in with. 

A dress that will never go out of style. 

This back is to die for.

I love the subtle draping at the neckline. 

The elegant way to wear a naked dress.

Clearly, I am here for velvet this season. 

The ultimate 90s party dress. 

For under $100, this dress could not be more perfect. 

This one’s all about the subtle details. 

The ways you could style this dress are endless. 

Dress this up with a long black coat or down with a leather jacket and sneakers.  Next: From Balenciaga to Mango, Edgy Handbags Are Taking Over Fall 2022