Wearing a dress at the beach is a wonderful feeling. Whether you are dining at a seafood restaurant with friends, or throwing one on over your swimsuit at the end of the day. Short dresses are ideal for the beach, as they do not get soaked with water and covered in sand at the bottom. Old Navy carries a line of very affordable, brightly colored beach dresses that are to die for! GAP also has affordable, beach dresses that are made of the softest material. They are perfect for wearing to soak up the sun, or have a candlelit dinner in.