Black Evening Dresses

Every wardrobe should make room for one statement piece including the little black dress. If the dress code is black then this fabulous collection of black-tie event outfits, cocktail and evening dresses are sure to inspire. You’ll find stunning Oscar-style maxi dresses, bandeau, halter neck and sequined party dresses plus chiffon, lace and satin creations full of glitz and glamour.


Roman Mother of the Bride outfits and occasion dresses under £50

Occasion Dresses – JerseyShiftMidi & Maxi – Colourblock

Little Black Dress and Black-Tie Gowns

Mint Velvet Black Floral Print Mesh Midi Dress
Mint Velvet Black Floral Print Mesh Midi Dress
very.co.uk

£120.00

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Quiz Petite Black Rhinestone Square Neck Maxi Dress
Quiz Petite Black Rhinestone Square Neck Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Quiz Black Rhinestone Strappy Maxi Dress
Quiz Black Rhinestone Strappy Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Asymmetric Neckline Scuba Crepe Black Tie Dress - Red
Asymmetric Neckline Scuba Crepe Black Tie Dress - Red
Coast UK & IE

was: £119.00

£95.20

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Joe Browns Black Tuxedo Midi Dress
Joe Browns Black Tuxedo Midi Dress
very.co.uk

£95.00

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Quiz Black Embellished Maxi Dress
Quiz Black Embellished Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£95.00

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Bardot Cape Detail Stretch Crepe Black Maxi Dress - Green
Bardot Cape Detail Stretch Crepe Black Maxi Dress - Green
Coast UK & IE

was: £109.00

£92.65

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Joe Browns Embroidered Boho Black Dress
Joe Browns Embroidered Boho Black Dress
very.co.uk

£90.00

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Quiz Black Sequin Tie Front Maxi Dress
Quiz Black Sequin Tie Front Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£80.00

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Quiz Curve Black Satin Off The Shoulder Maxi Dress
Quiz Curve Black Satin Off The Shoulder Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£80.00

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Quiz Black Corsage High Neck Sequin Maxi Dress
Quiz Black Corsage High Neck Sequin Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£80.00

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Yumi Black And Gold Sequin Ombre Long Sleeve Midi Dress Colour: Black
Yumi Black And Gold Sequin Ombre Long Sleeve Midi Dress Colour: Black
Yumi

£80.00

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One Shoulder Puff Sleeve Satin Black Tie Dress - Green
One Shoulder Puff Sleeve Satin Black Tie Dress - Green
Coast UK & IE

was: £129.00

£77.00

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Statement Bow Black Tie Maxi Dress - Red
Statement Bow Black Tie Maxi Dress - Red
Coast UK & IE

was: £109.00

£76.30

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Quiz Curve Black Sequin Ruched Midaxi Dress
Quiz Curve Black Sequin Ruched Midaxi Dress
very.co.uk

£75.00

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Yumi Black Ombre Sequin Wrap Dress Colour: Red
Yumi Black Ombre Sequin Wrap Dress Colour: Red
Yumi

£75.00

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Yumi Black And Silver Ombre Sequin Midi Wrap Dress Colour: Black
Yumi Black And Silver Ombre Sequin Midi Wrap Dress Colour: Black
Yumi

£75.00

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Yumi Premium Black Leaf Print Broderie Anglaise Cotton Midi Shirt Dress With Matching Belt Colour: Black
Yumi Premium Black Leaf Print Broderie Anglaise Cotton Midi Shirt Dress With Matching Belt Colour: Black
Yumi

£75.00

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Floral Mesh Bardot Black Tie Dress - Navy
Floral Mesh Bardot Black Tie Dress - Navy
Coast UK & IE

was: £149.00

£74.00

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Quiz Curve Black Cowl Neck Maxi Dress
Quiz Curve Black Cowl Neck Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£70.00

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Halterneck Satin Maxi Tie Detail Black Tie Dress - Navy
Halterneck Satin Maxi Tie Detail Black Tie Dress - Navy
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£70.00

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Yumi Urban Touch Black Wrap Front Pleated Midi Dress Colour: Black
Yumi Urban Touch Black Wrap Front Pleated Midi Dress Colour: Black
Yumi

£68.00

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Quiz Black Velvet Animal Print Ruffle Maxi Dress
Quiz Black Velvet Animal Print Ruffle Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£65.00

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Quiz Black Cut Out Midaxi Dress
Quiz Black Cut Out Midaxi Dress
very.co.uk

£65.00

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Yumi Black Sequin Ruched Wrap Long Sleeve Dress Colour: Black
Yumi Black Sequin Ruched Wrap Long Sleeve Dress Colour: Black
Yumi

£65.00

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Yumi Black Embroidered Mesh Prom Dress Colour: Black
Yumi Black Embroidered Mesh Prom Dress Colour: Black
Yumi

£65.00

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Yumi Black Embroidered Panel Midi Dress With Pleats Colour: Black
Yumi Black Embroidered Panel Midi Dress With Pleats Colour: Black
Yumi

£65.00

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Yumi Black Long Sleeve Midi Dress With Floral Embroidery Colour: Black
Yumi Black Long Sleeve Midi Dress With Floral Embroidery Colour: Black
Yumi

£65.00

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Yumi Black Sequin Embroidered Tunic Dress With Feather Trim Hemline Colour: Black
Yumi Black Sequin Embroidered Tunic Dress With Feather Trim Hemline Colour: Black
Yumi

£65.00

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Yumi Black Foil Print Wrap Over Dip Hem Midi Dress Colour: Black
Yumi Black Foil Print Wrap Over Dip Hem Midi Dress Colour: Black
Yumi

£65.00

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Black/Pink Wild Roses Printed Chiffon Dress
Black/Pink Wild Roses Printed Chiffon Dress
Chesca

£290.00

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Black Jersey Drape Dress with Red Contrast Cowl Neck and Detailing
Black Jersey Drape Dress with Red Contrast Cowl Neck and Detailing
Chesca

£265.00

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James Lakeland Black Embellished Dress
James Lakeland Black Embellished Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £350.00

£245.00

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James Lakeland V-Neck Ruffle Black Dress
James Lakeland V-Neck Ruffle Black Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £350.00

£245.00

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Black Textured Shirt Dress
Black Textured Shirt Dress
Chesca

£235.00

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Black Chiffon Dress with Embroidered Sequin Mesh Overtop
Black Chiffon Dress with Embroidered Sequin Mesh Overtop
Chesca

£225.00

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James Lakeland Pleated Black Dress
James Lakeland Pleated Black Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £299.00

£209.30

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Black Crush Pleat Satin & Chiffon Dress
Black Crush Pleat Satin & Chiffon Dress
Chesca

£195.00

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Black/Multi Rose Melody Print Jersey Drape Dress
Black/Multi Rose Melody Print Jersey Drape Dress
Chesca

£195.00

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Black Pleated Dress With Chiffon Flower Details
Black Pleated Dress With Chiffon Flower Details
Chesca

£195.00

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Black Mock Layer Daisy Chain Trim Crush Pleat Mesh Dress
Black Mock Layer Daisy Chain Trim Crush Pleat Mesh Dress
Chesca

£195.00

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Black/Multi Crepe de Chine Jacquard Floral Split Front V Neck Dress
Black/Multi Crepe de Chine Jacquard Floral Split Front V Neck Dress
Chesca

£195.00

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Maya Deluxe Embroidery & Open Back Black Maxi Dress
Maya Deluxe Embroidery & Open Back Black Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

£195.00

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BeReal Black Dress
BeReal Black Dress
Debenhams UK

£190.00

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Mint Velvet Black Jacquard Maxi Dress
Mint Velvet Black Jacquard Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£180.00

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Black/White Scribble Flowers Mesh Cut-Out Detail Sleeveless Dress
Black/White Scribble Flowers Mesh Cut-Out Detail Sleeveless Dress
Chesca

£175.00

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Black/Multi Rose Bouquet Print Bias Cut Chiffon Dress
Black/Multi Rose Bouquet Print Bias Cut Chiffon Dress
Chesca

£175.00

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James Lakeland Belted Black Suit Midi Dress
James Lakeland Belted Black Suit Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £250.00

£175.00

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Black Sleeveless Plisse Pleat Dress
Black Sleeveless Plisse Pleat Dress
Chesca

£165.00

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Black Jersey Drape Dress with Button Placket
Black Jersey Drape Dress with Button Placket
Chesca

£165.00

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Little Black Dress The Watercolour Dress
Little Black Dress The Watercolour Dress
Debenhams UK

£160.00

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Black Bias Cut Crepe Chiffon Dress
Black Bias Cut Crepe Chiffon Dress
Chesca

£155.00

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Closet London Black Tie Back A-Line Dress
Closet London Black Tie Back A-Line Dress
Closet London

£150.00

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Mint Velvet Black Woven Maxi Dress
Mint Velvet Black Woven Maxi Dress
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£150.00

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Mint Velvet Black Floral Print Maxi Dress - Red
Mint Velvet Black Floral Print Maxi Dress - Red
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£149.00

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Mint Velvet Black Floral Print Godet Maxi Dress
Mint Velvet Black Floral Print Godet Maxi Dress
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£149.00

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Closet London Black Wrap Tie Waist Dress
Closet London Black Wrap Tie Waist Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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Closet London Black A-line Paneled Skirt Dress
Closet London Black A-line Paneled Skirt Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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Closet London Black Wrap 2-in-1 draped skirt Dress
Closet London Black Wrap 2-in-1 draped skirt Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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Karen Millen Petite Tailored Black Check Maxi Dress
Karen Millen Petite Tailored Black Check Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £259.00

£130.00

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Karen Millen Plus Size Tailored Black Check Maxi Dress
Karen Millen Plus Size Tailored Black Check Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £259.00

£130.00

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Mint Velvet Black Crochet Cotton Dress
Mint Velvet Black Crochet Cotton Dress
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£129.00

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Closet London Black  2-In-1 Dress
Closet London Black 2-In-1 Dress
Closet London

£125.00

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Closet London Black 2-in-1 Full Skirt Print Midi Dress
Closet London Black 2-in-1 Full Skirt Print Midi Dress
Closet London

£120.00

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Closet London Black 2-in-1 Floral Print  Skirt Dress
Closet London Black 2-in-1 Floral Print Skirt Dress
Closet London

£120.00

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Mint Velvet Black Floral Print Mesh Midi Dress
Mint Velvet Black Floral Print Mesh Midi Dress
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£120.00

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L.K.Bennett Lulu Polka Dot Dress, Black/Gold
L.K.Bennett Lulu Polka Dot Dress, Black/Gold
John Lewis & Partners

£499.00

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Hayley Menzies Dalton Silk Maxi Shirt Dress, Black/Multi
Hayley Menzies Dalton Silk Maxi Shirt Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£480.00

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Hayley Menzies Aida Silk Maxi Shirt Dress, Black/Multi
Hayley Menzies Aida Silk Maxi Shirt Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£460.00

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L.K.Bennett Cordelia Velvet Satin Trim Dress, Black
L.K.Bennett Cordelia Velvet Satin Trim Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£459.00

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Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Combo Fabric Ball Gown Dress, Black
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Combo Fabric Ball Gown Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£455.00

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Hayley Menzies Tibetan Tiger Dress, Black/Multi
Hayley Menzies Tibetan Tiger Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£450.00

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PAIGE Brasserie Floral Silk Dress, Black/Multi
PAIGE Brasserie Floral Silk Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£440.00

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Elliatt Zara V-Neck Velvet Floral Midi Dress, Black
Elliatt Zara V-Neck Velvet Floral Midi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£430.00

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L.K.Bennett Anouk Lace Trim Velvet Silk Blend Midi Dress, Black
L.K.Bennett Anouk Lace Trim Velvet Silk Blend Midi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£429.00

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Elliatt Selene Cocktail Dress, Black/White
Elliatt Selene Cocktail Dress, Black/White
John Lewis & Partners

£425.00

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Lauren Ralph Lauren Sleeveless Tiered Floral Maxi Dress, Black/Multi
Lauren Ralph Lauren Sleeveless Tiered Floral Maxi Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£419.00

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Lauren Ralph Lauren Lavati Cape Maxi Dress, Black
Lauren Ralph Lauren Lavati Cape Maxi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£419.00

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Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Stretch Crepe Mermaid Maxi Dress, Black
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Stretch Crepe Mermaid Maxi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£410.00

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Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Stretch Jacquard Dress, Black/Gold
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Stretch Jacquard Dress, Black/Gold
John Lewis & Partners

£410.00

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KARL LAGERFELD Long Sleeve Mesh Dress, 999 Black
KARL LAGERFELD Long Sleeve Mesh Dress, 999 Black
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

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Velvet by Graham & Spencer Ginger Linen Cut Out Detail Maxi Dress, Black
Velvet by Graham & Spencer Ginger Linen Cut Out Detail Maxi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£395.00

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Brora Velvet Ruched Dress, Black
Brora Velvet Ruched Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£395.00

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PAIGE Elke Sleeveless Midi Dress, Black
PAIGE Elke Sleeveless Midi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£395.00

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Elliatt Addison Midi Dress, Black/Multi
Elliatt Addison Midi Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£385.00

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Jasper Conran London Eve Silk Blend Velvet Midi Shirt Dress, Black
Jasper Conran London Eve Silk Blend Velvet Midi Shirt Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£375.00

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THE KOOPLES Button Velvet Dress, Black
THE KOOPLES Button Velvet Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£375.00

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Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Bonded Crepe Midi Dress, Black
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Bonded Crepe Midi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£370.00

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Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Stretch Mikado Dress, Black
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Stretch Mikado Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£370.00

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Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Floral Beaded Crepe Dress, Black
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Floral Beaded Crepe Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£370.00

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THE KOOPLES Lace Trim Silk Slip Dress, Black
THE KOOPLES Lace Trim Silk Slip Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£365.00

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PAIGE Gaia Velvet Midi Dress, Black
PAIGE Gaia Velvet Midi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£365.00

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Malina Isobel Stripe Midi Dress, Black/Cream
Malina Isobel Stripe Midi Dress, Black/Cream
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Gina Bacconi Lauren Jacquard Shirt Dress, Black
Gina Bacconi Lauren Jacquard Shirt Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Off Shoulder Dress, Black/Gold
Adrianna Papell Beaded Off Shoulder Dress, Black/Gold
John Lewis & Partners

£349.00

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Polo Ralph Lauren Flared Short Sleeve Dress, Polo Black
Polo Ralph Lauren Flared Short Sleeve Dress, Polo Black
John Lewis & Partners

£349.00

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Ralph Lauren Shirred Yoke Oxford Shirt Maxi Dress, Black
Ralph Lauren Shirred Yoke Oxford Shirt Maxi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£349.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Velvet Trim Maxi Dress, Black/Multi
Adrianna Papell Beaded Velvet Trim Maxi Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£349.00

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Brora Velvet Plaid Dress, Black/Ivy
Brora Velvet Plaid Dress, Black/Ivy
John Lewis & Partners

£345.00

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Gina Bacconi Matilyn Sequin Maxi Dress, Black/Ivory
Gina Bacconi Matilyn Sequin Maxi Dress, Black/Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£340.00

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PAIGE Lucca Jacquard Velvet Dress, Black
PAIGE Lucca Jacquard Velvet Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£335.00

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PAIGE Viejo Midi Slip Dress, Black/Multi
PAIGE Viejo Midi Slip Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£335.00

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For after dark chic the little black dress is irresistible. Its star quality styling and slimming shade never fail to attract. Whether it’s trendy and short or an elegant maxi you can be sure of feeling fabulous. Coast is home to an impressive selection of black evening gowns for all ages.

Chesca, Jacques Vert and Gina Bacconi offer a traditional take on the LBD also available in plus sizes. Here you will find sophisticated evening gowns for Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom.  For a contemporary edge, there’s Reiss, Phase Eight and L.K. Bennett with modern bandage black and white illusion dresses. The little black dress can take on many forms. You can play safe with simple embellished accents or take things to the next level. A slimming black dress that fits and flatters will serve you well for many star events. Inject some drama with a full-on colour block palette. Or if not so bold accessorise with eye-catching sandals to break up the look.

Ariella is home to stunning red carpet gowns as well as shimmering cocktail dresses. Dress to impress in body-defining dresses in beaded silk, chiffon, and lace. New collections are event ready to build perfect outfits for every occasion. Come alive after dark in floor-skimming sequin gowns. features include an alluring mesh yoke and sheer long sleeves for elegant arm coverage.

For a little more daring there are strapless black stretch duchess satin dresses. These come with silk organza ruffles, graduated hem, sweetheart neckline and open back. For a real show-stopper, halter neck dresses with a fishtail skirt will hug the body beautifully. Black with silver or gold foiled lace detailing adds that extra glimmer.

Author Debra Binns
Curated by Debra Binns

Debra Binns is the co-founder of MotherOfTheBrideOutfits.org.uk. Debra has been creating and sharing relevant content about women's occasionwear since 2009, bringing together fabulous fashion from the high street and online stores for that special occasion.

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