I think we need a little more info about your preferences & shape. I've been looking for a few minutes, but wow...you're right. A lot to choose from! And I agree with the others that it's hard to pick a dress online, but when that's where your gift certificate is for, then let's work with it!!
- How tall are you?
- If you don't want to say your size, could you give us a range? 0-6, 8-14, plus size?
- Do you have problem areas you like to avoid "showing off." (like saddle bags, a muffin top, flabby arms, giant boobles)
- Do you have a preference as to length?
- How short is too short?
- Do you tend to cover up your cleavage?
- Is strapless and/or spaghetti straps okay?
- Do you like fitted through the hips & waist, or do you prefer a-line or flowy?
I personally like the idea of an a-line or flowy dress. I love everything from short (but I won't wear it too short) to a long maxi dress. I think they're very sexy, but still feminine and girly. And boy...machine washable is hard to find on Amazon, huh?!?! So I'll put some that are dry clean only. Sorry.
(Washable!!!) http://www.amazon.com/Sophisticated-Evening-Cocktail-Hot-...
(Pretty in white or pink. Handwash) http://www.amazon.com/Pretty-Flower-Ruffles-Bridesmaid-HE...
(not sure if it’s washable) http://www.amazon.com/Ruched-Ruffle-Holiday-Cocktail-Burg...
(it does say dry clean, though) http://www.amazon.com/Anne-Klein-Womens-Honeycomb-Swing/d...
(dry clean...good grief!) http://www.amazon.com/Anne-Klein-Womens-Swing-Dress/dp/B0...
(I give up. Dry clean only) http://www.amazon.com/Charming-Crystal-like-Evening-Dress...
If you’re more into tight-fitting & plunging neckline, this is pretty (machine washable) http://www.amazon.com/Patty-Women-Sleeve-Casual-Medium/dp...
Fitted & off-the-shoulder (machine washable) http://www.amazon.com/KAMALIKULTURE-Womens-Shoulder-Shirr...
(Dry Clean Only) http://www.amazon.com/Calvin-Klein-Womens-Flare-Dress/dp/...
Another slim line and plunging neckline (don’t know if it’s washable) http://www.amazon.com/Fashion-Victim-Ladies-Galaxy-Victor...
I don’t have the boobs for strapless, but this is sooo feminine and pretty. (hand wash) http://www.amazon.com/Davids-Bridal-Bridesmaid-Strapless-...
Short but pretty. (machine washable) http://www.amazon.com/Patty-Fabric-Ruched-Sheath-Cocktail...
(hand wash) http://www.amazon.com/Rhinestones-Chiffon-Cocktail-HE0342...
Lots of colors to choose from (machine washable) http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Banana-Purple-Grecian-Slinky/d...
Ok…I have to quit shopping before I buy something. Good luck!!