The 10 Cutest Nordstrom Rack Dresses to Add to Cart Now, Starting at Just $28

• What We Like: gingham print, sweetheart neckline
• What We Don’t Like: may be too short on taller frames
• Size Range: 0 to 12

Fashion editor Abby Hepworth dubbed this dress her favorite pick from Nordstrom Rack’s collection, and specifically called out the gingham print and the relaxed mini silhouette. “It exactly embodies that '90s mini trend I was talking about,” she says. “Plus, it's just a cute, classic silhouette that I can dress up or down to fit my day.” Not only are the straps adjustable in length, they’re also removable if you wanted to go for a strapless look instead.

• What We Like: ruching, one shoulder
• What We Don’t Like: not compatible with a regular bra
• Size Range: XS to XL

A fully ruched midi is a great pick for a wedding guest dress, and this one is available in plenty of colors. The figure-hugging style will sculpt your curves without squeezing you super tight for a comfy, flattering fit. It has a one-shoulder neckline and the midi length cuts off just below the knees. “I got this dress for a wedding this summer and it hugs my little baby bump so adorably, I’ll definitely get wear out of this postpartum, too,” says commerce editor and mom-to-be, Olivia Dubyak.

• What We Like: adjustable straps, A-line silhouette
• What We Don’t Like: built-in shorts may not be everyone’s favorite fit
• Size Range: XS to XXL

Whether we’re going casual for a warm summer day or headed for a workout, a workout dress is a fantastic pick. This one has an A-line silhouette that’s flattering on most body shapes and the racerback straps are adjustable in length. “The dress is comfortable and has a cute cut to it. The fabric feels solid and the dress has sewn in pads. [The] shorts under the dress also have a pocket for keys, cards or cell phone,” reports one customer.

• What We Like: midriff cut-outs, side slit
• What We Don’t Like: might show too much skin for some
• Size Range: XS to XL

A maxi dress that has some cut-outs shows the perfect amount of skin to in warmer months, if you ask us. This beauty has a plunging open chest attached to the halter neckline and the bodice and skirt are connected by just a few strings, allowing for some fun cut-outs around the rib cage. “I love that the cut-outs on this maxi make it fun enough for a girls’ night but they're not so much that you couldn't dress it down with sneakers or slides, too,” says assistant commerce editor Natalie LaBarbera.

• What We Like: ruffled slit hems, high-low silhouette
• What We Don’t Like: high-low opening may be too short on some frames
• Size Range: XS to XL

A cute and whimsical ruffled dress is a great pick now that the weather is warming up. This pick from Socialite has a fun floral print and is ruffled in multiple places, including the and the high-low hemline. One happy customer writes, “This dress flatters the bust but hangs beautifully on the hips. I’m ordering another color! The *only* thing to note about this dress is the straps in the back get really skinny and don’t quite cover your bra strap, but nothing a little fashion tape can’t fix.”

• What We Like: high neckline, cap sleeves
• What We Don’t Like: smocked styles can be a smidge itchy
• Size Range: S to L

This sweet yellow midi has a tiered skirt and smocked bodice for a flirty, fun look. The back of the neckline opens and closes with a button (there’s no zipper). Shopper point out that this is an excellent choice for those looking for something a bit more modest. One raves, “It’s hard to find a cute dress for a girl under twenty that isn’t plunging at the neckline, cut out in the back and extremely short. This one is cute, trendy and modest.”

• What We Like: cowl neckline, floral print
• What We Don’t Like: thin material
• Size Range: XS to XL

Garden parties, brunches, baby showers, rehearsal dinners and the like call for cute outfits that are on the dressier side, and we’re loving this sleek number. The floral print isn’t overwhelming and the colors don’t overpower the pattern either. The straps are adjustable and the knee length is great for taller and shorter frames alike. “This looks like something Carrie would wear on Sex and the City, which is more than enough for me to want it—especially at that price point,” says commerce director Nicole Briese.

• What We Like: flutter sleeves, colorblocked bottom
• What We Don’t Like: cotton is easy to sweat through
• Size Range: 0 to 16

Pretty pink dresses are our summer love language when it comes to fashion. This one has a V-neck that puckers in the center to offer more definition and structure to the chest. The skirt is very flowy with tiered sections, not to mention the cute colorblocked red bottom for an extra pop.

• What We Like: sleeveless, button-front closure
• What We Don’t Like: reviewers mention the neckline cuts a bit low
• Size Range: XXS to XXL

We’re suckers for comfy dresses we can throw on whenever, and thanks to its relaxed silhouette, we may find ourselves wearing this mini on repeat for the next several months. The buttons up the front are functional, and the viscose material is lightweight (it feels like silk) for the summer heat. Be aware that this material can easily shrink when dried, so be sure to skip the dryer.

• What We Like: belted waist, polka-dot print
• What We Don’t Like: material is unlined
• Size Range: S to XL

This business casual dress is a cute, professional pick for days in the office, and the polka dot embroidery adds some dimension to the silhouette. It has a midi length, but if you’re on the shorter side it may read more like a maxi. The material is unlined, so it won’t overheat you when it’s hot out, but you may feel more comfortable with a slip underneath, as unlined fabrics can feel quite thin.