My Fashion Nova Birthday Dress Cost Under $40

The pressure of finding a birthday dress is always stressful for me. And this year, it was even more intense because I was on a tight budget and timeframe. I turned 37 this weekend and needed the perfect dress for my dinner party. The theme was “In Bloom” and I needed something dramatic, but summer-friendly. I searched every site I’ve ever ordered from to try to find the perfect look, and I waited until the week before my event, which means I had to also consider shipping times. And that narrowed my selection down to a few online sites. Cue my old faithful with the most reliable and efficient shipping times, Fashion Nova.

I was on the hunt for a sexy, flowy outfit, but when I couldn’t find that style in the size or colors I was committed to, hot pink and orange (my event colors), I decided I would have to pivot. That’s when I found the Madelyn Draped Mini Dress ($32.99)—a strapless mini dress with floral print and train. Yasss! Give me the drama. After reading the reviews, I decided to pull the trigger and with three days ’til my party, I had to choose overnight shipping for an additional cost of $20. But it was so worth it because Fashion Nova hasn’t failed me yet with their overnight option. And besides, as a top-heavy girl I wanted just those extra few days incase the dress didn’t fit and I needed to go to a backup plan.

Fashion Nova Birthday Dress

I always struggle with choosing the right size because of my slim and busty frame, but thanks to reviews from customers who’ve purchased it before, I read it had a good amount of stretch, a zipper and the colors were more vibrant in-person. I made a bold decision and chose a Medium because it’s strapless and I need the top to be tight to hold up the girls. It came like clockwork and I was beyond relieved when I tried it on and it fit!

Mini it was indeed, but the train added an elegance to it and like mentioned in the reviews; the photos did it no justice. The colors really popped and it had a generous stretch with boning in the bodice for extra support. If you’re looking for the perfect budget-friendly Fashion Nova birthday dress that screams main character energy, look no further. The Madelyn Draped Mini Dress is currently on sale for $22.99.

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