From luxe to affordable: Shop top prom dresses for 2026
Prom season is here! If you're shopping for a young woman who wants to look and feel her best for the big night, we have an assortment of bestselling picks for every budget that will please even the pickiest prom-goer.
Starting at less than $50 and reaching above $1,000, you'll find everything from simple, beautiful dresses that can be re-worn for a variety of occasions to opulent gowns meant to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Sleek mermaid dresses popped up time and time again in our research, pointing to the shape being one of the trendiest looks for 2026. We've thrown in plenty of other popular shapes, too, such as the an AKNVAS bubble-hem mini dress and a created-for-Macy's, flowy tulle gown that flares out to showcase a whole garden of embroidered flowers.
Keep reading to see these picks and plenty more categorized by price, and start shopping now to help create the most magical prom experience possible.
By clicking on these shopping links, visitors will leave ABCNews.com and GoodMorningAmerica.com, and these e-commerce sites are operated under different terms and privacy policies. ABC will receive a commission for purchases made through these links. SOME PRICES ARE DYNAMIC AND MAY CHANGE FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION. Have questions about ordering or a purchase? Click here.
Prom dresses under $200
If you're looking for a fun, flirty look on a budget, check out these favorites from retailers like Windsor, Birdy Grey, Lulu's and Showpo. All offer colorful options that look will sparkle brightly on the dance floor and make for beautiful memories to remember for a lifetime.
Prom dresses under $500
With a bit more budget to work with, you can really get into sumptuous fabrics and elevated designs from brands we love like Hutch and Mac Duggal. Check out these dark florals, a rich emerald bestseller and more for under $500. Bonus: Several of these picks offer grown-up versatility, so they can be repurposed down the road for post-graduation formal events.
Splurge-worthy prom dresses
If prom is a big deal to your family and you've been saving up to splurge on the gown of your dreams, browse these high-end picks that showcase incredible beadwork, dazzling sequins and other luxe details that come with a higher price tag.
