Dresses Under $50

Bohemian Dresses

Bohemian dresses are considered cheap since they are largely produced as part of fast fashion. They use inexpensive materials for the dresses, too, leading to lower prices. The dresses also consist of simple designs that require easy construction techniques when manufacturing. They also feature traditional styles that are mass-produced in developing countries with lower labor costs.  Bohemian dresses are made from basic fabrics like cotton, polyester, and rayon, which are considered inexpensive. With the dresses being mass-produced, the labor costs are relatively lower, further lowering the dresses' costs. The dresses also have cultural appropriation concerns since they imitate ethnic clothing without showing respect leading to cheap imitations of the same dress. Bohemian dresses feature minimal embellishments, which lower their costs further.

Sheath Dresses

Sheath dresses are also considered cheap. This is because they feature simple designs, which lowers construction costs. The dresses use minimal fabrics due to their short lengths, making them more cost-effective compared to voluminous gowns like ball gowns and A-line gowns. They feature a simple design that is relatively straightforward when constructing, lowering their prices further. Sheath dresses are also mass-produced due to their simple silhouettes, making them cheaper than dresses that are customized with complex designs. They also feature an easy pattern cutting, allowing for efficient production on a large scale. Due to their fitted nature, sheath dresses need less tailoring and less manpower lowering their costs further. They are readily available, which lowers their demand increases accessibility, and drives the prices down. The dresses also have fewer details compared to other designs.

Sweater Dresses

These dresses are also part of the dresses below the $50 collection. They feature simple designs, with most of them rocking straight silhouettes. They are perfect for both formal and casual events since they can be worn up and down. They are made from simple fabrics that make the dresses less expensive. Sweater dresses come in many colors, designs, and lengths, making them versatile. They are mostly worn during the cold seasons, like fall and winter.  They are timeless, so you can be sure not to go wrong during a traditional or modern event.  Sweater dresses are easy to style depending on the color of the dress and the occasion you are attending.

Floral Dresses

Floral dresses can also be considered inexpensive. This is because their fabrics are relatively cheap making their prices lower. They also feature simple designs that are easy to tailor compared to complex designs like A-line dresses. The floral patterns are easy to replicate, lowering the prices further. Due to their simple designs, many fashion brands utilize mass production to help reduce production costs. The dresses feature low-quality fabrics like polyester that are less durable.