If you’re looking for a cute outfit to wear to the beach, you’re not alone.
Right now, droves of Amazon shoppers are shopping for beach dresses, and our favorite styles are going for under $45. Whether you’re looking for a casual dress, a swimsuit cover-up, or a polished dress for a beach wedding, we found all kinds of trending dresses suitable for all types of occasions by the water. Our selection includes a mix of maxi, midi, and mini dresses, with prices starting at $20. Several picks are on sale — but only for a limited time. So get ready for summer and grab your favorite styles while they’re marked down.
Beach Dresses Under $45
- Merokeety Striped T-Shirt Dress, $34.19 with coupon (orig. $47.99)
- Zesica One-Shoulder Ruffle Maxi Dress, $37.39 (orig. $47.99)
- Wneedu Summer Swing Dress, $32.89
- Anrabess Crochet Swimsuit Cover-Up Dress, $33.99 (orig. $39.99)
- Ouges V-Neck Floral Dress, $19.99 with coupon (orig. $24.99)
- Anrabess Smocked Ruffle Dress, $37.99
- Btfbm Summer Floral Midi Dress, $37.59 (orig. $51.99)
- Zesica Boho Maxi Dress, $42.49 with coupon (orig. $66.99)
- Cupshe Floral Cover-Up Shirt Dress, $37.99
- Anrabess Sleeveless Maxi Dress, $33.99 (orig. $42.99)
Merokeety Striped T-Shirt Dress, $34 with coupon
The stripe pattern of this Merokeety T-shirt dress lends it a nautical look that’s on theme with the beach. It has a slim fit with a tie waist and two side pockets, so you can stash essentials like a phone or lip balm. Plus, it’s made of soft, stretchy fabric that’s machine washable.
A hit with shoppers, the dress has racked up more than 19,800 five-star ratings from shoppers who rave that it’s “lightweight” but not “sheer.” One user shared, “This dress is so comfortable and flattering,” and added that it’s “versatile.” Another reviewer wrote, “It works at the beach and at the office.”
Zesica One-Shoulder Ruffle Maxi Dress, $38 (Save 22%)
If you’re attending a beach wedding this summer, consider getting this Zesica dress while it’s on sale for as little as $38. With a one-shoulder ruffle sleeve, a tie waist, and an empire waist silhouette that flows out below the bodice, it’s both polished and breezy. Choose from 11 colors, including several shades of blue and pink.
In the customer review section, shoppers call the dress “high quality” and “beautiful.” One reviewer enthused, “I wore [it] for a wedding and got so many compliments.”
Wneedu Summer Swing Dress
This popular midi dress comes in 36 colors and patterns, like floral prints and solid neutrals. Standout details include flutter sleeves, buttons down the front, and an A-line silhouette. It’s made of breathable material that’s soft to the touch, and it has a loose fit that won’t cling to you.
“I love the material of this dress: nice and light for a beach trip,” wrote one shopper, who tried on “early 20 dresses before deciding on this one.”
Keep scrolling for more of our favorite beach dresses to shop at Amazon.