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Keyword overview Updated Sep 17, 2026

black maxi dress

'black maxi dress' is a highly searched keyword with 60,500 average monthly searches. It has moderate competition on Etsy with 49,693 listings targeting the keyword. Search interest dropped 18% between September 2025 and August 2026, so standing out with strong listings matters more than ever. With a keyword difficulty of 39/100, ranking for 'black maxi dress' is achievable but competitive — there are 49,693 competing listings, which is manageable but not wide open. Pairing it with long-tail variations will improve your chances. Products in this category typically sell between $21.87 and $399, with most priced around $89. The estimated cost per click for 'black maxi dress' is $0.72 and the ad market has high competition, meaning many advertisers are bidding on this keyword with paid ads.

Monthly search volume

60,500

High volume

Competition

49,693

Medium competition

Cost per click

$0.72

High ad competition

Keyword difficulty

39/100

Moderate

'black maxi dress' search trend

Monthly searches

MonthSearches
September 202574,000
October 202574,000
November 202574,000
December 202560,500
January 202660,500
February 202649,500
March 202660,500
April 202660,500
May 202660,500
June 202660,500
July 202660,500
August 202660,500

How much does 'black maxi dress' cost on Etsy?

Under $10 0%
$10 – $25 2%
$25 – $50 14%
$50 – $100 41%
$100+ 43%

63 listings · USD

Search volume by country

60,500
USA 27,100
45%
OTHER 33,400
55%

Competition by country

49,693
USA 13,965
28%
UK 3,530
7%
OTHER 32,198
65%

How to rank for 'black maxi dress' on Etsy

Target the right market

United States leads both search demand (45%) and competition (28%) for 'black maxi dress', but neither is overwhelmingly dominant.

Price competitively

The price range for 'black maxi dress' is unusually wide — from $21.87 up to $399. The median sits at $89, which is a better benchmark than the average since the spread is so large. The $100+ range dominates at 43% of listings — pricing outside this band means either competing on value or justifying a premium. At this price point, buyers take more time to decide. Detailed descriptions, reviews, and high-quality images help justify the investment and reduce abandoned carts.

Ranking difficulty

With a difficulty score of 39/100, 'black maxi dress' is rated moderate to rank for on Etsy. Given the moderate difficulty and a median product price of $89, each ranking improvement has real revenue impact. Fill all 13 tags, lead your title with this keyword, and ensure your photos meet Etsy's quality recommendations.

Optimization tips

At 3 words, 'black maxi dress' is specific enough to signal clear intent. Place the full phrase within the first 40 characters of your title, where Etsy's algorithm gives the most weight. Fill your remaining tags with related variations and synonyms — Etsy treats each tag as a separate ranking opportunity. Complete every listing section (description, materials, tags) and add many high quality images and a video, as Etsy's algorithm factors listing quality into search rankings.

Optimize your Etsy listings for 'black maxi dress'

Top Etsy listings for 'black maxi dress'

Sample of 12 results
ORIGINAL Midnight Hour Black Maxi Dress: Gothic Medieval Renaissance Festival Cotton Lycra, Witch Costume for Halloween and Everyday Goths

ORIGINAL Midnight Hour Black Maxi Dress: Gothic Medieval Renaissance Festival Cotton Lycra, Witch Costume for Halloween and Everyday Goths

$124.00 7,084 116,719

OmBeautiful

Black Maxi Dress Gothic Clothing Plus Size - Extravagant Dress Fall Fashion Womens Clothing-Asymmetrical Witch Dress Halloween Adult Costume

Black Maxi Dress Gothic Clothing Plus Size - Extravagant Dress Fall Fashion Womens Clothing-Asymmetrical Witch Dress Halloween Adult Costume

$129.70 937 11,756

RALELE

Black Maxi Dress, Sleeveless A-Line, Flowy Summer Gown with Pockets

Black Maxi Dress, Sleeveless A-Line, Flowy Summer Gown with Pockets

€139.00 519 13,229

doroteyya

Plus Size Black Maxi Dress Halloween Adult Costume - Steampunk Dress Whimsigoth Womens Clothing - Avant Garde Dress For Fantasy Cosplay

Plus Size Black Maxi Dress Halloween Adult Costume - Steampunk Dress Whimsigoth Womens Clothing - Avant Garde Dress For Fantasy Cosplay

$389.90 180 3,487

RALELE

Black maxi  dress 70s  vintage witch gothic noir vamp femme fatale xs

Black maxi dress 70s vintage witch gothic noir vamp femme fatale xs

$85.00 162 2,436

SalonNoir

feather print open back dress/black maxi dress/white dress/summer dress/bohemian dress/boho dress/festival clothing/hippie clothing/resort

feather print open back dress/black maxi dress/white dress/summer dress/bohemian dress/boho dress/festival clothing/hippie clothing/resort

ILS 330.00 107 2,337

AMAYAbyML

SALE Black maxi dress/ Plus size dress/ Oversized long dress/ Draped caftan/ Women tunic dress/ Long sleeve dress SUNDAY FALL

SALE Black maxi dress/ Plus size dress/ Oversized long dress/ Draped caftan/ Women tunic dress/ Long sleeve dress SUNDAY FALL

€125.00 100 1,628

orchideaboutique

Black Maxi Dress, Open Back Viscose Gown with Slit

Black Maxi Dress, Open Back Viscose Gown with Slit

$117.00 92 1,686

SynthiaCouture

Black Maxi Dress, Long loose dress, Wide black dress, Formal Dress, Casual Dress, Short sleeved dress by UrbanMood - UM-075-VL

Black Maxi Dress, Long loose dress, Wide black dress, Formal Dress, Casual Dress, Short sleeved dress by UrbanMood - UM-075-VL

$102.00 79 1,353

urbanmood

Black Maxi Dress with Cap Sleeves, Fitted Long

Black Maxi Dress with Cap Sleeves, Fitted Long

C$139.99 73 1,402

GenessaJackson1

Black Maxi Dress. Long loose dress. Bare shoulders dress. Long sleeved dress. Sleeveless dress. By UrbanMood UM-100-VC

Black Maxi Dress. Long loose dress. Bare shoulders dress. Long sleeved dress. Sleeveless dress. By UrbanMood UM-100-VC

$102.00 51 721

urbanmood

Sleeveless Black Maxi Dress: A-Line Casual Long Dress

Sleeveless Black Maxi Dress: A-Line Casual Long Dress

$89.00 47 771

mostalk

Frequently asked questions about 'black maxi dress'

How much search demand does 'black maxi dress' get?

'black maxi dress' receives 60,500 monthly searches globally. That's strong demand without overwhelming competition, which is an attractive combination for sellers. Most of this demand (45%) comes from United States.

How saturated is the market for 'black maxi dress'?

There are 49,693 Etsy listings competing for 'black maxi dress'. This level of competition is manageable. Focus on listing quality and complete tag coverage to differentiate from the existing sellers.

Is 'black maxi dress' worth targeting for my Etsy shop?

'black maxi dress' has a keyword difficulty of 39/100 (moderate). Combined with a median product price of $89, this is a strong opportunity — low competition and a price point that supports healthy margins.

What should I charge for 'black maxi dress' products?

Prices for 'black maxi dress' products range from $21.87 to $399. The median is $89 and the average is $105.46. 43% of listings fall in the $100+ range, which is where most buyer expectations are set.

Which countries have the most demand for 'black maxi dress'?

United States generates 45% of searches for 'black maxi dress'.

How do I get my listing to rank for 'black maxi dress'?

Place 'black maxi dress' within the first 40 characters of your title — this is the window Etsy's algorithm weighs most heavily. Fill all 13 tags with distinct keyword variations — don't repeat words already in your title. Complete every listing attribute Etsy offers, add high-quality photos, and include a video if you can. Good supporting tags to use alongside 'black maxi dress' include 'long black dress' and 'black dress'.

How commercially valuable is 'black maxi dress'?

The cost per click for 'black maxi dress' is $0.72. High ad competition combined with a median product price of $89 indicates strong buying intent — advertisers are spending because shoppers convert. Organic rankings for this keyword are especially valuable.

Is 'black maxi dress' seasonal or trending?

Search volume dropped 18% between September 2025 and August 2026. Demand peaked around September 2025, which may indicate seasonal patterns. Check whether this dip repeats annually — if so, plan your inventory and listing renewals to go live before the next peak.

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