Finding the perfect party dress is no easy feat. If you're anything like me, you're probably searching for a silhouette that looks high-quality but won't break the bank. And ideally, it's on-trend for the season. As it stands right now, all things sparkly are having a moment for fall-winter 2021 — and so are materials that look luxurious, like silk and velvet.
So to make *all* of our lives easier, I took one for the team and studied the internet to find the best party dresses online. Surprisingly, I found a bunch of great options at Walmart, all of which cost less than $50, and checked off all of my boxes. Keep scrolling to shop my picks — and cheers to a happy holiday party season, y'all!
Can't get enough of velvet this season? The C. Wonder Women's Stretch Velvet Dress With Ruffle Hem ($40) looks like luxury.
The Scoop Women's Stretch Sequin Mini Tunic Dress ($38) was made to be partied in. Just look at how it shimmers!
If you prefer a longer, belted style to the silhouette in the last slide, the Scoop Women's Stretch Sequin Belted Midi Dress ($48) sounds like the perfect match.
Stay warm but look hot in the Sofia Jeans by Sofia Vergara Women's One-Shoulder Sweater Dress ($24, originally $32), available in black as well.
Prefer a maxi to a minidress? The Scoop Women's Tiered Hi-Low Maxi Dress ($48) is bound to earn you all of the compliments at the party. I mean, check out that color!
The Eloquii Elements Plus Size Striped Midi Dress With Tie Waist ($30) has got you covered for at least one of your holiday parties.
The Free Assembly Women's Sweater Dress With Bell Sleeves ($28) can be dressed up or down this season, depending on the type of party you're headed to! Team it with heels and jewelry for a fancier event, or sneakers if you want to keep it casual.
Team the C. Wonder Women's Drop Shoulder Boatneck Dress ($15, originally $30) with a chunky belt and heels.
If you love cheetah print but prefer a longer silhouette, we found the next best option: the C. Wonder Women's Print Turtleneck Dress With Long Sleeves ($23, originally $40).
The Eloquii Elements Plus Size Cheetah Print Ruffle Yoke Tiered Dress ($30) is a fun, holiday-ready take on the cheetah print.
The Sofia Jeans by Sofia Vergara Women's Sweetheart Column Sweater Dress ($29, originally $38) is the definition of sexy.