11 Petite Summer Dresses Under $50 at Amazon

I’m only 5-foot-2, which makes shopping for travel clothes a challenge. And with summer finally here, I’m in need of petite-friendly outfits for upcoming trips in order to stay comfy and stylish when it’s painfully hot outside.

I recently discovered that Amazon’s fashion store has a hidden stockpile of petite summer dresses that are flowy, lightweight, and fashionable. So, whether you’re going on a tropical cruise or exploring new cities on foot, there’s a petite dress at the retailer that’s perfect for your travel agenda. The best part? They’re all under $50. Check out our top picks for mini, midi, and maxi-length dresses for as little as $15.

Best Petite Summer Dresses Under $50 at Amazon

Fensace Floral Dress

With more than 2,000 of these mini dresses purchased in the past month, it’s no surprise that it's become an Amazon No. 1 best-seller. The floral print and V-neckline give it a romantic feel that’s perfect for lunch by the water. One shopper, who is 4-foot-9, said it “fit like a glove,” while a non-petite traveler said it didn’t wrinkle and kept them cool when the temperature reached 110 degrees Fahrenheit.

Gap Sleeveless Split-neck Dress

Leave it to Gap to craft the perfect summer dress for travel. It comes in several petite sizes and is made with a soft material that’s lightweight and breathable, so you can stay cool in tropical locales. The adjustable tie-waist lets you take the tiered dress from a loose, breezy look to a more fitted, flirty style.

Lands’ End Notch-neck Dress

Land’s End crafted a mini dress that’s ready to set sail with you on your next cruise. Featuring navy and white colors, the dress gives off a polished sailor vibe, and since it’s made with 100 percent cotton, it has a lightweight and airy feel—the perfect summer vacation combo. It comes in a range of sizes, including XS petite through XL petite.

Zesica Boho Maxi Dress

This maxi dress has been called the “perfect” and “correct” length by petite shoppers. The tie straps are one of the most unique features because you can adjust the length or turn them into a halter dress, so you have multiple looks to wear on vacation, instead of just one.

Merokeety T-shirt Dress

T-shirt dresses like this tie-front style are a packing must-have because they give you an instant outfit that looks put-together with little effort. More than 15,000 shoppers have rated this mini dress five stars, including one 5-foot-tall shopper who said they normally have trouble finding dresses , but considers this one “a keeper” for its perfect fit.

HiMone Sundress

Whether you’re exploring art museums in Paris or walking along beaches in Santorini this summer, you can rely on this dress for comfort and functionality. The fabric is made with rayon and spandex, so it’s soft and has stretch. Plus, there are two side pockets to store your phone and wallet, so you can keep your hands free.  

Halife Sleeveless Maxi Dress

This sleeveless dress has a flowy skirt with a high-low cut that makes it versatile enough to go from the beach straight to dinner. It’s lightweight and breathable to help keep you cool, and has a high neckline you can dress up with necklaces. One 5-foot-tall shopper who said the dress hits the top of their feet with flip-flops and sandals on also claimed that it’s wrinkle-resistant, so you can wear it on the plane without worrying about it getting rumpled. 

Chicgal Floral Mini Dress

This floral dress is ideal for beach days, with its smocked, stretchy bodice and flowy mini skirt, it’ll easily slip off once you’re ready to take a dip in the ocean. One petite reviewer took the dress on a cruise and said it was perfect to wear over a bathing suit. They went on to say the material was so “light and silky” and that the dress is a bargain.

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