Oprah-Inspired Ruched Dresses Are Under $50 at Amazon

Oprah Winfrey just reminded me that my undergarments don’t always have to work so hard during wedding season. 

Well, she didn’t say those exact words. The media mogul recently wore a pretty tan midi dress as she spoke to an audience during a special presentation. And while her story was captivating, it was the ruching on her dress that kept my attention. As someone going through perimenopause (which, ironically, was the topic of her special) and lots of body changes, I’ve become quite the expert on shapewear and the types of clothing that look good on me without it — ruched dresses are at the top of that list.

So this wedding season, I’ll be reaching for spring dresses with the pleating detail to enhance certain areas and camouflage others. And since Amazon’s fashion storefront has everything from ruched bodycon dresses to mini dresses for under $50, I won’t run out of options. I can even find ruched dresses for work and other occasions, and prices are as low as $17. 

Ruched Dresses Inspired by Oprah at Amazon

Prettygarden One-Shoulder Ruched Cocktail Dress

Channel the billionaire’s look with this ruched dress from Prettygarden. The one-shoulder silhouette gives it a cocktail dress feel that’s ideal for weddings, but a simple blazer or cardigan can transform it into a work-appropriate option. The asymmetrical, knee-length hem also adds another touch of flair. It comes in 20 shades, including light blue and pink.

Grace Karin Long-Sleeve Ruched Midi Dress, $20 with Prime

This pencil dress is a bit more covered up, so it’s ideal for tricky spring weather that gets cooler in the evening. There’s no shortage of pizazz either: It has lightly puffed lantern sleeves, cascading pleats from the neckline, as well as ruching around the high waistband, which means I can skip the tummy-control underwear. I also love that I could wear this with stilettos for a wedding and then with cowboy boots another day.

Wenrine Ruched Mini Dress

When I have a more casual event, like brunch with friends or date night, I’ll be reaching for this ruched mini dress. I typically shy away from bodycon styles because I don’t like the tightness around my belly, but ruching from the bodice all the way through the skirt means layering that moves with you. And this option has so much texture, I want it in at least four of the 33 colors available. “It stretches, supports, and is super comfortable,” one shopper added. 

Keep scrolling to find more ruched dresses under $50 inspired by Oprah’s recent stunner, and head to Amazon’s fashion hub for the full assortment of spring dresses.

Prettygarden Off-the-Shoulder Ruched Midi Dress

Gorglitter Floral Ruched Midi Dress

Marzxin Long-Sleeve Ruched Maxi Dress

Lillusory Sleeveless Ruched Mini Dress, $30 with coupon