9 flowy spring dresses that secretly flatter your waist — all under $60

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Tue, April 15, 2025 at 9:48 PM UTC

Stylists know, and so should you: A wrap design is a great way to enhance your curves. This flattering v-neck draws the eye down to a cinched waist, with a flowy skirt below that balances it all out. Soft and stretchy, this maxi — a Yahoo reader fave with 8,700+ flawless ratings — has a hidden snap button at the neckline, so you can choose how much skin to show.

"This is such a forgiving dress and hugs in all the right places. Even though the material seems thin... it looks so good even in problem areas," wrote one five-star reviewer.

The dual textures of this versatile number — smocking up top and airy tiers down below — meet to create a defined waistline. The flowy skirt hits right at the midsection to hide any imperfections you want to keep under wraps. 

"This dress is SO flattering! Bought this for a Hawaii vacation and it was perfect! Simple, could dress up or dress down," raved one customer.

The A-line style is another fashion hero, accentuating the waist in an elegant, relaxed way. Here, pretty flutter sleeves complement a smocked waist and airy tiered skirt for top-tier flowiness that hides tummy or hip concerns. Go bold with this bright red style or switch it up with one of 16 other colors.

"I bought this dress two days before my daughter's baby shower and didn't try it on until the day of. It did not disappoint! This dress is very flowy and light, hides the tummy well and just beautiful all around! I got plenty of compliments that day," wrote one fan.

Sophisticated and feminine, it's got a shirred, stretchy bodice that sucks you in while keeping you comfy. I absolutely adore the sweet tie-up ribbon straps. With sizes ranging from XS to XXL, it should be easy to find your ideal fit. Grab this lovely dress in 23 fabulous colors, including every pastel imaginable.

One shopper called it "absolutely perfect," before adding, "This material was so comfortable and the dress was incredibly flattering! I bought this for engagement photos and I could not be happier. I bought multiple dresses and didn't even change once because I love this dress so much!"

Cute, comfy and feminine, this gingham bestseller has smocking at the bust to create a distinct shape and flirty ruffles around the neckline to add interest. The A-line silhouette creates a subtle hourglass-like look.

"LOVE LOVE LOVE this dress," gushed one owner. "So comfortable and flattering! I've received so many compliments while wearing this dress! I am 5'1" tall and it's not too long at all! It is also very comfortable to wear in hot summer months!"

Like a lot of worth-it flowy dresses, this one has a hidden elastic high-rise waistband that cinches you in to help show off your figure. We're in love with the subtle tiered skirt and punchy pattern.

"Wow! I am impressed with this dress!! The colors are vivid, the fabric is soft and not see-through," raved one five-star reviewer. "The elastic waist is really nice to give you some shape and I appreciate that it is not too long."

This comfortable maxi uses a tie to cinch your waist for an extra-snatched look; the flirty high-low hemline shows off your shoe collection. You can choose between solids and patterns — I happen to adore this classic polka dot print the most. A Yahoo reader favorite, this dress is beloved by Amazon shoppers too; it's raked in over 13,000 five-star reviews.

One thankful fan raved, "This is a very flattering dress around the midsection. Unfortunately, pre-menopause has caused me to gain quite a bit of weight pretty quickly, especially around my waist, but this dress hides it quite nicely. I have also gained new 'back wings' that I never had before, and this dress somehow makes those smaller as well. It is also comfortable to wear for an entire evening."

The wavy trim on this stunner creates defined zones, giving shape to your silhouette. I absolutely love the square neck — it's so fresh and modern. The smocked back makes it feel snug in a good way, and the adjustable straps make it super comfy to wear. Bonus: It's machine-washable, so you can skip those insane dry-cleaning bills.

One fan called it "the perfect dress," before adding, "I would recommend this to anyone and everyone. So flattering, I have worn it on days where I'm not feeling my best and it makes everything better."

Thanks to its stretchy midsection, this gorgeous dress cinches you in. I particularly love the sweet little bow at the neckline! You can style the straps any way you like — keep them on your shoulders for a classic look or pull them down for a fun off-the-shoulder vibe. It's so versatile and cute!

One happy shopper wrote, "It hides any muffin tops or tummy junk. It cinched in right under the bra hiding everything below the belly button."