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The stretch between big sweater season and actual spring weather seems to create a wardrobe dilemma. You want simple, elegant dresses for brunches, showers and patio dinners, but clingy fabrics can ruin the whole night.
We found spring dresses that cleverly hide the midsection, thanks to smoldering hips and clever ruching. These 13 stylish, confidence-boosting options feel polished, functional and ready for spring — and prices start at just $13.
Amazon Spring Dresses That Conceal Midsection
1. What we like: Slip on this waist dress, and the lines do the flattering work for you. The cinched waist visually shows off the midriff while the maxi length adds polish.
2. Ready for Brunch: Reach for this lace mini dress if you want to look polished without trying too hard. The A-line cut floats from the waist, so nothing sticks in the middle.
3. It costs: This colorful maxi flaunts without pulling or adjusting. A tuxedo holds the structure at the top while a loose skirt goes through the middle.
4. Really Romantic: Casual and romantic, this floral maxi dress feels like a dream from the moment you zip it up. The flowing A-line silhouette glides through the waist instead of cinching it in.
5. The Fine Print: This strapless maxi dress is no match for hot and humid days. The bound fabric is off center so it is loose, not tight.
6. Holiday Ready: A strapless tube top and slouchy bodice give this floral mini dress where it counts. For $15, throw two in the suitcase.
7. Beautiful Gingham: The pleated bodice on this plaid maxi dress keeps the spaghetti straps in place without pulling.
8. Packed with: Smoky bodice and A-line skirt make this floral maxi dress flattering in all the right places. The original packs seal the deal.
9. Getting Flowers: The ruching pulls double duty in this flattering sweetheart maxi dress with no shapewear required.
10. Cute Puff Sleeve: Puff sleeves and a pleated skirt give this pink floral midi a real personality. The square neck balances the volume at the top.
11. Wedding Guest Winner: This tulle midi dress holds a long reception in comfort. The draped top creates shape while the tulle skirt flows away from the body.
12. Stomach Concealment: Knot this satin midi dress tight or loose, depending on the day. The ruching gathers the fabric over the stomach so that nothing pulls or is tight.
13. Errand-Running: The slouching on the side of this t-shirt dress gathers the fabric so it jumps in the center instead of clinging. For $13, pick up two colors.
Every spring, I tell myself I’m going to reach for my usual rotation of breezy clothes – and without fail, I end up remembering why so many of them stay buried in the back of my closet. Between the hemlines that fly up, the clinging fabrics and the images that feel strange and uncomfortable, the dressing can begin. […]
