February 14 is a money pit. Regardless of how you spend the holiday (Dinner? Movies? Drinks? Dancing? Partner yoga? Takeout?), you're going to be spending on the holiday. And lest you forget, you'll need an outfit to wear, too. While you could just recycle that old red mini you’ve worn for five years straight, Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to dress to impress — whether you're fancying up for your partner or hosting a movie marathon with your three best friends. But pulling out a jaw-dropping look doesn’t necessarily mean pulling out a wad of cash. To prove it's easy to look great without draining your piggy bank, we rounded up a selection of chic dresses that each ring in under $150. Click through now to find the one that will make your V-Day that much sweeter.
Pull out all the stops for a special night.
Aritzia Michelet Dress, $225 $59.99, available at Aritzia.
If you're unsure about the date location, a simple tie dress is the perfect balance between dressed up and casual.
Oak + Fort Dress EC6, $118, available at Oak + Fort.
The math is simple: This + a bottle of wine + your main squeeze = perfect.
Forever 21 Tie-front Halter Dress, $32.90, available at Forever 21.
The criss-cross is sexy, but not too over-the-top.
Reformation Edison Dress, $118, available at Reformation.
The drop-waist and silky texture gives this shift a little something extra.
Modern Citizen Ella Ruffle Hem Dress, $120 $84, available at Modern Citizen.
Subtly sexy and pockets? This dress gets a 10/10.
Lulu's Prep Work Navy Blue Sleeveless Dress, $59, available at Lulu's.
Don't forget: A classic LBD gives you free reign to go wild with accessories.
Miss Selfridge Bandeau Skater Dress, $59, available at John Lewis.
This dress would look great with a bold bracelet and clutch.
Topshop Wrap Midi Dress, $80 $40, available a Topshop.
Channel your inner '90s girl for a night out with your main crew.
Free People Ballet Fit and Flare, $78, available at Free People.
An LBD you can wear again and again...and again.
Zara Embroidered Dress, $129, available at Zara.
Not pictured: an exposed back with a large bow. Basically, this dress was made for a Valentine's dates.
Koshka Maibu Pink Flare Back Bow Dress, $42 $22, available at Koshka.
Orange you glad this throw-on is an option?
Front Row Shop Orange V-neck Flare Sleeve Dress, $55 $44, available at Front Row Shop.
An off-the-shoulder sweaterdress for a laid-back dinner with your sweetheart.
Pixie Market Whitney Grey Ribbed Off The Shoulder Dress, $114, available at Pixie Market.
A deep V for V-Day, duh.
Farrow Narita Dress, $89, available at Need Supply Co.
If you want something classic and mod...
Michael Michael Kors Front Zip Dress, $216.87 $151.81, available at Farfetch.
Go the sultry route without being too over the top.
Unif Ness Dress, $78, available at Unif.
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