Three different stores offer a variety of on-trend homecoming dresses that won’t break the bank

As high-schoolers we’re all scraping by with our money, so buying a $387 Sherri Hill homecoming dress isn’t an option at all. So here are the best stores for homecoming dresses that won’t drain your bank account and a link to shop one of the top looks from each.

NORDSTROM
While the Nordstrom department store is gone from Dulles Town Center and from our hearts, you can still buy their dresses from their website and sister store, Nordstrom Rack. Their dresses range in style from glitzy and glam to sophisticated and simple. Nordstrom and the Rack are perfect for those who want to have more options in homecoming dresses and want to find their style on the way.

Style
Simple, so this can be easily styled with inexpensive jewelry from Forever 21 or Simply Whispers.

Price
$45.00

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Promising Review
“Amazing dress!! I got so many compliments on this when I wore it. The cut out aren’t huge and they are right under the bra line, so if need be you can wear a strapless bra! Price is amazing as well. You can’t go wrong with this dress.” – Claire2017

Critical Review
“Loved the color and style, however it was too long on my 5’2 frame. Had to return, but when I tried it on it was super comfortable!” – arf1022

LULU*S
So going simple isn’t your thing? LuLu*s is the place for those glamorous dresses that stand out which is perfect for the Hollywood homecoming theme. A lot of their dresses sparkle and twirl; they’re the epitome of every homecoming dress you see in the films.

Style
Dressy, a little bit of glitz and glam for those going for a more Art Deco look à la the Great Gatsby.

Price
$34

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Promising Review
“The fit is very comfortable and I love the adjustable straps! The coloring and design of this dress comes exactly like it’s shown, and it looks great on. It’s flattering and a perfect dress for my date party. Super cute, fun, and adorable! Definitely coming back to Lulu’s for more great finds and deals like this one.” – Cassidy L.

Critical Review
“It was a little bigger than I thought it would be because the last dress I ordered from here was a small and fit perfectly. I’m still going to keep and wear it though. I like it.” – MichelleD

MARSHALLS

This store might strike as you as a last resort compared to its sister, T.J. Maxx, but it’s one of the best stores for a low-price homecoming dress. It gets an eyebrow raise now, especially when the norm is to buy a $150 dress along with matching jewelry, that “it” bag, and a pair of high heel stilettos. It all stacks up, and Marshalls has that inexpensive dress and all those little necessities that won’t amount to two months’ worth of a paycheck.

Style
Floral with a bell-sleeve flare, it’s a perfect combination of the recent boho style with a delicate touch.

Price
$19.99

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Reviews
Sadly given that this store is mainly based in-stores, there are no current reviews for this dress. So here is their return policy if you order it and it doesn’t work: returns with a receipt are accepted within 30 days of your purchase for a full refund. If there is no receipt, then a verified form of i.d. is needed.