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11 Flirty Dresses That Won’t Make You Look Like a Valentine’s Cupcake

Written by Washingtonian Staff | Published on February 4, 2012
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A cascading column in a seductive Cabernet. Ginger strapless ruffled silk dress, $298. Photograph by BCBG

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Available at bloomingdales.com

The ways to rewear this are almost endless. French Connection Penny’s Party tiered dress, $178. Photograph by Bloomingdales

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He’ll love the low neckline; you’ll love the flattering wrap cut. Quilaree’s Macaron Shoppe dress, $220. Photograph by BHLDN

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A bombshell lipstick-red number gets a dose of romance from raw-edged ruffles. Flannel La Boheme ruffle dress, $498. Photograph by Free People

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Available at threadsence.com

We’re suckers for anything with a cascading hem. Matchbox mesh pleated dress, $47. Photograph by Thread Sence

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Available at modcloth.com

Swiss lace tied with a black sash feels flirty, French, and gamine. Apricot Affection dress, $54.99. Photograph by Modcloth

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The big neck bow is a fun nod to the ’80s, and the long sleeves will keep you extra warm. Collective Concepts printed dress, $79 Photograph by Piperlime

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A boho-lovely look for a laid-back evening at your favorite dive bar. Silence & Noise layered tank dress, $69. Photograph by Urban Outfitters

Available at nordstrom.com
Available at nordstrom.com

Reminds us of that unbelievable Oscar de la Renta number Carrie Bradshaw wore on her first date with silver fox Alexander Petrovsky. Kate Spade Siren ruffle-hem sheath dress, $448. Photograph by Nordstrom

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Available at forever21.com

Afraid ruffles will make you look bigger? Try wearing them in a pattern instead. Cutout waves dress, $19.80. Photograph by Forever21

Available at revolveclothing.com
Available at revolveclothing.com

A simple floral print is ideal for a more casual outing, like burgers at Good Stuff or milkshakes at Ted’s Bulletin. Juicy Couture ruffle-neck dress, $178. Photograph by Revolve Clothing

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Available at lulus.com

Little Red Riding Hood’s got nothing on this sexy, back-baring dress. Hot Spiced Spirits rust-red dress, $39. Photograph by Lulus

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