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‘Tis the season to be invited to more parties in one month than you were all year! Between the office holiday party, your significant other’s office holiday party, Secret Santa exchanges, and whatever you’re doing for New Year’s Eve, you’re booked, and we get it.
So in an effort to minimize your to-do list — because finding gifts and organizing plans is already enough work — here are 13 of the best party dresses (and one jumpsuit!) available right now. You’ll find a mix of options — from sequins and velvet to low-key solids and slip dresses — starting at just $30.
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