12 Best Holiday Party Dresses on Amazon, Starting at $34

Perfect for all occasions, this maxi bodycon dress is an eye-catching piece that highlights your curves while remaining true to its bohemian style. You can pair it with a range of heels for daytime and formal events, as the versatility is endless with this piece. Plus, there are eight different colors to choose from, and shoppers say the quality is lightweight, flattering and comfortable. "This dress is GORGEOUS and fits me LIKE A GLOVE," raves one buyer, who adds, "I couldn't believe how perfectly it fit me. It is just stretchy enough to give that perfectly tailored-to-your-body appearance without being overly constrictive."

"This velvet long-sleeved, mini dress is stunning! The velvet fabric feels soft, luxurious, and has just the right amount of stretch for a comfortable yet flattering fit," writes one reviewer of this comfortable and flattering dress. The polyester-elastane fabric is lightweight and accentuates your figure nicely, and the stretch fabric can be rolled without wrinkling into your carry-on bag. Available in eight colors, I recommend getting multiples and hand-washing as needed on vacay (also, it's machine-washable).

Available in a slew of colors and patterns, this halter twist tie-back dress looks apropos for everything from a luncheon to a holiday getaway wedding. It consists of a polyester body and a small amount of elastane, and it can be either machine-washed or dry-cleaned, depending on your preference. The only hassle is that it is reported by some buyers to run on the bigger side, which means you may need to size down to achieve a perfect fit.

This red dress is right on trend for the holiday season with its red colorway, elegant high-neck design and fitted, flattering skirt. It's made from a blend of 70 percent polyester, 25 percent rayon and five percent spandex, so it still offers a nice movement. "This is now my favorite holiday dress, it fits perfectly," writes one reviewer. "It was completely true to size. The fabric is amazing." It comes in two colors, giving you an additional option to choose from.

With nearly 1,000 five-star reviews, this satin number gets raves for its luxury design and great fit. It's 99 percent polyester, so it washes up well (the brand recommends machine-washing on warm), and customers describe the material as being silky smooth. It's also great for every season and can be layered under a blazer or coat when it's cold out. Bonus—this dress comes in a whopping 29 colors to choose from.

"The most beautiful, flattering dress! Very comfortable, and the ties were perfect for cinching in my waist. I wore it out of the package, and it wasn’t wrinkled," raves one reviewer, who says this dress is also "cut perfect for busts." I especially love the 1970s style bell sleeves, the longer length and the polyester fabrication, which means no ironing. Throw in the multiple colorways, and I'm totally sold on getting multiple.

This bodycon dress has a ruched detailing that "hugs your curves in all the right places for a super flattering fit," according to one reviewer. "The sleeveless design and back slit make it both elegant and comfortable, and the fabric is soft, stretchy and breathable," she writes. "It’s easy to dress up with heels and jewelry for a classy look or you can keep it casual with sandals and a denim jacket." There's also a back zipper, so you can slip in and out of it easily.

"I wore this dress for my engagement party, and it was so beautiful yet comfortable. True to size, but I sized up to have a little breathing room and was still very flattering. The sleeves are beautiful, and there is lining underneath," writes one Amazon buyer. This boho floral mesh number comes in eight colorways (including dusty blue and pink) and wears well, so you can just toss it in your suitcase when you're traveling. Plus, it's lined, so you won't have to worry about any accidents or slip ups.

With a sleek, retro design that screams Studio 54, this 100 shimmery Steve Madden dress is a must-have for New Year's Eve. "This dress is so lovely! It's just as sparkly and shiny as you expect," writes one reviewer, who adds that there are "sleeves long enough to protect your sensitive upper arm skin from rubbing against the sequins, and that it's surprisingly comfortable to wear." Shoppers also love how it gives your figure definition, but isn't too tight, thanks to the loose design.

This satin bow mini dress exemplifies elegance—it's shapely but still flowing and has that short puff sleeve, v-neck style that looks like it came straight from Audrey Hepburn's closet. The body is also breathable, as it's made from 100 percent polyester. Plus, there's a lining, so no worries about it being see-through. "This dress is gorgeous! I am so happy with the fit, too. The material feels lux and the pockets are a bonus," writes one five-star reviewer. (I'm with her!)

"So comfy!" enthuses one reviewer. "The material is so nice and flowy—just the way I wanted it! It is not see-through, the color is bright and it's so cute." Multiple five-star reviewers commented on how many compliments they got wearing this dress, which is a matte bias cut slip dress in polyamide and elastane that has a separate lining. The lining makes this event-appropriate (no worries about being transparent) as well as elevated. In six colors, I'm deciding between jewel tone blue or pale pink.

Want compliments at your next event? Try this beautifully designed and draped number. "I wore this pink dress with the gold faux wrap detail to a wedding and felt absolutely gorgeous in it!" writes a five-star reviewer. "The material is lightweight and super stretchy, which made it really comfortable to wear all day and night." This dress's secret to being both comfortable and flattering is that the cap sleeves, the split faux wrap front and the draped waistline all soften the shape and while still being tailored. Available in 13 shades, this is the grown-up-lady dress to have waiting in your closet for easy, smart chic.