If you're buying a sexy dress [1] simply because of how many cutouts it's got or how high its side slit runs, you've got it all wrong. To find the right look-at-me design for you, you've got to think about how it'd make you feel. Would its details highlight your best assets? Would you exude confidence [2] when you're wearing it?
Those are the questions we ask ourselves when we're searching for the perfect Valentine's Day frock. And frankly, we like to have plenty of options. That's why we found a whopping 31 stunners that run the gamut from textured and ethereal to strappy and striking. No matter what you've got on the agenda this V-Day — whether it's a fancy [3] dinner date or a cocktail gathering with your gals — we bet one of the little numbers here will scream your name. Not to be corny, but you're about to fall in love . . . with a dress.
ASOS Ultra Plunge T-Bar Scuba Dress
ASOS Ultra Plunge T-Bar Scuba Dress [4] ($72)
Free People Peek-a-Boo Slip Dress
Free People Peek-a-Boo Slip Dress [5] ($98)
Forever 21 Mesh-Paneled Bodycon Dress
Forever 21 Mesh-Paneled Bodycon Dress [6] ($18)
Club Monaco Darelle Dress
Club Monaco Darelle Dress [7] ($329)
Nasty Gal Higher Love Knit Dress
Nasty Gal Higher Love Knit Dress [8] ($68)
H&M Chiffon Dress
H&M Chiffon Dress [9] ($60)
Lulu's Be-All Trend-All Backless Black Midi Dress
Lulu's Be-All Trend-All Backless Black Midi Dress [10] ($41)
Valerie Velvet Strappy Ruche Midi Dress
Valerie Velvet Strappy Ruche Midi Dress [11] ($48)
Topshop Halterneck Bodycon Dress
Topshop Halterneck Bodycon Dress [12] ($75)
WYLDR Get Bodied Dress
WYLDR Get Bodied Dress [13] ($79)
Free People Jagger Fringe Dress
Free People Jagger Fringe Dress [14] ($400)
Lulu's Ready or Knotty Long Sleeve Dress
Lulu's Ready or Knotty Long Sleeve Dress [15] ($58)
Isabel Benenato Sheer Slip Dress
Isabel Benenato Sheer Slip Dress [16] ($895)
Tibi Floreal Slip Dress
Tibi Floreal Slip Dress [17] ($395)
Cut25 by Yigal Azrouel One Shoulder Gown
Cut25 by Yigal Azrouel One Shoulder Gown [18] ($525)
T by Alexander Wang Drape Back Long Sleeve Dress
T by Alexander Wang Drape Back Long Sleeve Dress [19] ($425)
Free People Black Widow Maxi Dress
Free People Black Widow Maxi Dress [20] ($168)
Jay Godfrey Hiro Stretch Crepe Mini
Jay Godfrey Hiro Stretch Crepe Mini [21] ($278)
A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz Cap Sleeved Gown
A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz Cap Sleeved Gown [22] ($350)
Lulu's Ever So Lucky Green Long Sleeve Dress
Lulu's Ever So Lucky Green Long Sleeve Dress [23] ($77)
Nicole Miller Lucy Techy Dream Dress
Nicole Miller Lucy Techy Dream Dress [24] ($410)
Club Monaco Lavra Cut Out Dress
Club Monaco Lavra Cut Out Dress [25] ($269)
Michelle Keegan Loves Lipsy Mesh Bodycon Dress
Michelle Keegan Loves Lipsy Mesh Bodycon Dress [26] ($142)
For Love & Lemons Dusty Rose Velvet Maxi Dress
For Love & Lemons Dusty Rose Velvet Maxi Dress [27] ($260)
Oh My Love Midi Bodycon Dress
Oh My Love Midi Bodycon Dress [28] ($76)
Peter Pilotto Printed Dress
Peter Pilotto Printed Dress [29] ($2,380)
L'Agence Black Leather Bodice Dress
L'Agence Black Leather Bodice Dress [30] ($550)
Dailylook Floral Frenzy Bodycon
Dailylook Floral Frenzy Bodycon [31] ($75)
Nasty Gal Light as a Feather Dress
Nasty Gal Light as a Feather Dress [32] ($300)
Nasty Gal Beliza Appliqué Dress
Nasty Gal Beliza Appliqué Dress [33] ($98)
Zara Fringed Cupro Dress
Zara Fringed Cupro Dress [34] ($100)