Retro Vintage Swing Dresses

Introduce a touch of feminine glamour to your wardrobe with a fabulous fifties style swing dress. Vintage Mother of the Bride dresses and Mother of the Groom outfits are bound to win compliments on the big day. Design features take inspiration from a vintage shape including nipped in waist, full A-line skirts and off the shoulder necklines. Best of all the demure appeal of 50’s fashion works well for so many occasions. The retro-swing dress can be teamed with a bolero jacket for a complete wedding occasion outfit. When it comes to evening glam amp up your look further with sparkling jewellery, heels and a matching clutch.


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

Vintage Occasionwear Dresses

Womens Petite Blue Snake Midi Tea Dress
Womens Petite Blue Snake Midi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

£55.00

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Womens Petite Leopard Tea Dress
Womens Petite Leopard Tea Dress
Wallis UK

was: £65.00

£52.00

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Womens Petite Floral Tiered Tea Dress
Womens Petite Floral Tiered Tea Dress
Wallis UK

was: £59.00

£50.15

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Dusk Fashion Contrast Floral Print Tea Dress in Pink
Dusk Fashion Contrast Floral Print Tea Dress in Pink
Roman

£50.00

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Goddiva Printed Tea Dress With Collar - Navy
Goddiva Printed Tea Dress With Collar - Navy
Goddiva

£49.00

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Dusk Fashion Ditsy Floral Shirred Cotton Tea Dress in Blue
Dusk Fashion Ditsy Floral Shirred Cotton Tea Dress in Blue
Roman

£48.00

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Womens Navy Spot Midi Tea Dress
Womens Navy Spot Midi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

was: £55.00

£46.75

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Dusk Fashion Ditsy Floral Frill Hem Tea Dress in Black
Dusk Fashion Ditsy Floral Frill Hem Tea Dress in Black
Roman

£45.00

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Mela London Mela Navy Spot Midi Tea Dress Colour: Navy
Mela London Mela Navy Spot Midi Tea Dress Colour: Navy
Yumi

£45.00

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Mela London Mela Blue Abstract Print Tea Dress With Pleats And Front Split Colour: Blue
Mela London Mela Blue Abstract Print Tea Dress With Pleats And Front Split Colour: Blue
Yumi

£45.00

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Roman Floral Jersey Stretch Tea Dress in Navy
Roman Floral Jersey Stretch Tea Dress in Navy
Roman

£42.00

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Roman Button Detail Floral Tea Dress in Blue
Roman Button Detail Floral Tea Dress in Blue
Roman

£42.00

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Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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Lace & Beads Sydney High Low Tulle Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Sydney High Low Tulle Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£110.00

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Lace & Beads Seraphia Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Seraphia Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£105.00

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Lace & Beads Neddin Maxi Dress, Red
Lace & Beads Neddin Maxi Dress, Red
John Lewis & Partners

£100.00

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Lace & Beads New Mulan Embellished Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads New Mulan Embellished Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£100.00

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Lace & Beads Quella V-Neck Tulle Maxi Dress, Black
Lace & Beads Quella V-Neck Tulle Maxi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£95.00

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Lace & Beads Malin V-Neck Sleeveless Maxi Dress, Black/White
Lace & Beads Malin V-Neck Sleeveless Maxi Dress, Black/White
John Lewis & Partners

£89.00

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Lace & Beads Malin V-Neck Sleeveless Maxi Dress, Brown/Multi
Lace & Beads Malin V-Neck Sleeveless Maxi Dress, Brown/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£89.00

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Lace & Beads Nusrat Bandeau Neck Mesh Midi Dress, Purple/Multi
Lace & Beads Nusrat Bandeau Neck Mesh Midi Dress, Purple/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£85.00

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Lace & Beads Nyla Bandeau Top, Black
Lace & Beads Nyla Bandeau Top, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£45.00

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Lace & Beads Nova Cropped Tulle Top, Green
Lace & Beads Nova Cropped Tulle Top, Green
John Lewis & Partners

£35.00

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Monsoon Violet Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Violet Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£550.00

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Monsoon Amelie Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Amelie Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£550.00

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Monsoon Michelle Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Michelle Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£550.00

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Monsoon Julita Embroidered Lace Trim Wedding Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Julita Embroidered Lace Trim Wedding Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£450.00

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Monsoon Celina Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Celina Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£450.00

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Monsoon Liz Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Liz Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£375.00

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Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - White
Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - White
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - Pink
Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - Pink
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Monsoon Fia Floral Embroidered Dress
Monsoon Fia Floral Embroidered Dress
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Monsoon Delilah Embroidered Midi Dress, Navy/Multi
Monsoon Delilah Embroidered Midi Dress, Navy/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Ellen Embroidered Dress, Black/Multi
Monsoon Ellen Embroidered Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Kaya Embroidered Midi Dress, Black/Multi
Monsoon Kaya Embroidered Midi Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Closet London Purple Multi Print Full Skirt Wrap Midi Dress
Closet London Purple Multi Print Full Skirt Wrap Midi Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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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 Navy Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London Navy Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

£115.00

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Closet London Pale Blue Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London Pale Blue Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Navy Blue Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London Navy Blue Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Navy Floral Print 2-in-1 Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Navy Floral Print 2-in-1 Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet Gold Full Skirt Cape Dress
Closet Gold Full Skirt Cape Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Navy Wrap Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Navy Wrap Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Blue Multi Floral Print Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London Blue Multi Floral Print Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Navy Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Navy Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£95.00

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Closet London Pink Full Skirt Wrap  Dress
Closet London Pink Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

was: £130.00

£90.95

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Closet London Purple Multi  full Skirt Wrap Midi dress
Closet London Purple Multi full Skirt Wrap Midi dress
Closet London

was: £130.00

£90.95

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Raishma Laurel Beaded Fringe Dress, Navy
Raishma Laurel Beaded Fringe Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Fringe Dress, Platinum
Adrianna Papell Beaded Fringe Dress, Platinum
John Lewis & Partners

£289.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Fringe Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Fringe Dress
Debenhams UK

£289.00

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Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress
Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress
Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Adrianna Papell Crepe Fringe Midi Dress
Adrianna Papell Crepe Fringe Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£250.00

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Adrianna by Adrianna Papell Foil Fringed Cocktail Dress, Blackened Red
Adrianna by Adrianna Papell Foil Fringed Cocktail Dress, Blackened Red
John Lewis & Partners

£250.00

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Karen Millen Fringed Velvet Devore Woven Maxi Dress
Karen Millen Fringed Velvet Devore Woven Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

£239.00

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Karen Millen Tall Fringed Velvet Devore Woven Maxi Dress
Karen Millen Tall Fringed Velvet Devore Woven Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

£239.00

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Karen Millen Beaded Fringed Sleeveless Woven Midi Dress
Karen Millen Beaded Fringed Sleeveless Woven Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £379.00

£227.00

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Karen Millen Tall Fringe Woven Sleeveless Midi Dress
Karen Millen Tall Fringe Woven Sleeveless Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £379.00

£227.00

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All Over Sequin Floral Fringe Bridal Maxi Dress - Ivory
All Over Sequin Floral Fringe Bridal Maxi Dress - Ivory
Coast UK & IE

was: £369.00

£220.00

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Draped Pearl And Beaded Fringe Angel Sleeve Wedding Dress - Ivory
Draped Pearl And Beaded Fringe Angel Sleeve Wedding Dress - Ivory
Coast UK & IE

was: £349.00

£209.40

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Coast Draped Pearl And Beaded Fringe Angel Sleeve Wedding Dress
Coast Draped Pearl And Beaded Fringe Angel Sleeve Wedding Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £349.00

£191.95

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Karen Millen Fringed Velvet Devore Long Sleeve Woven Maxi Dress
Karen Millen Fringed Velvet Devore Long Sleeve Woven Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £239.00

£191.00

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Ro&Zo Fringe Sleeve Dress, Pink
Ro&Zo Fringe Sleeve Dress, Pink
John Lewis & Partners

£189.00

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Phase Eight Women's Fringed One Shoulder Maxi Column Dress - 16 - Black, Black
Phase Eight Women's Fringed One Shoulder Maxi Column Dress - 16 - Black, Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£189.00

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Party Sequin Fringe Midi Dress - Gold
Party Sequin Fringe Midi Dress - Gold
Coast UK & IE

was: £199.00

£169.15

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1940’s Style Tea Dresses

Pink Flowers Tea Dress
Pink Flowers Tea Dress
Chesca

£195.00

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Monsoon Joanna Tea Dress
Monsoon Joanna Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£165.00

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Monsoon Neela Embroidered Tea Dress
Monsoon Neela Embroidered Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£160.00

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Monsoon Talia Floral Applique Midi Tea Dress Purple
Monsoon Talia Floral Applique Midi Tea Dress Purple
very.co.uk

£160.00

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Monsoon Cora Tea Dress
Monsoon Cora Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£150.00

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Monsoon Tessa Tea Dress
Monsoon Tessa Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£150.00

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Monsoon Nancy Lace Tea Dress
Monsoon Nancy Lace Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£130.00

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Monsoon Margot Tea Dress
Monsoon Margot Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Monsoon Myla Emb Tea Dress
Monsoon Myla Emb Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Monsoon Everly Embroidered Tea Dress
Monsoon Everly Embroidered Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Monsoon Maura Floral Tea Dress
Monsoon Maura Floral Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Monsoon Tori Spot Embroidered Tea Dress
Monsoon Tori Spot Embroidered Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Monsoon Betsy Tea Dress
Monsoon Betsy Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£90.00

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Crew Clothing Laurie Tie Neck Tea Dress - Blue
Crew Clothing Laurie Tie Neck Tea Dress - Blue
very.co.uk

£89.00

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Monsoon Paloma Tea Dress
Monsoon Paloma Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£80.00

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Crew Clothing Fleur Tea Dress - Blue
Crew Clothing Fleur Tea Dress - Blue
very.co.uk

£79.00

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Crew Clothing Eden Midi Tea Dress - Multi
Crew Clothing Eden Midi Tea Dress - Multi
very.co.uk

£79.00

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Crew Clothing Iona Long Sleeve Tea Dress - Blue
Crew Clothing Iona Long Sleeve Tea Dress - Blue
very.co.uk

£79.00

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1920’s Flapper Dresses

Scarlett & Jo Velvet Flocked Flapper Dress, Black
Scarlett & Jo Velvet Flocked Flapper Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£95.00

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The Great Gatsby Charleston Vintage 1920s Embellished Flapper Dress in Black
The Great Gatsby Charleston Vintage 1920s Embellished Flapper Dress in Black
Roman

£90.00

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Roman Embellished Flapper Dress in Wine
Roman Embellished Flapper Dress in Wine
Roman

£90.00

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Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Gold
Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Gold
Roman

£80.00

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Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Silver
Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Silver
Roman

£80.00

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Little Black Dress Gatsby Flapper Dress
Little Black Dress Gatsby Flapper Dress
Debenhams UK

£80.00

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Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Forest
Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Forest
Roman

£75.00

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Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Black
Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Black
Roman

£75.00

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The Great Gatsby Charleston Vintage 1920s Embellished Flapper Dress in Navy
The Great Gatsby Charleston Vintage 1920s Embellished Flapper Dress in Navy
Roman

£75.00

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Goddiva Dangling Sequin Flapper Midi Dress - Gold
Goddiva Dangling Sequin Flapper Midi Dress - Gold
Goddiva

£65.00

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Roman Embellished Flapper Dress in Mint
Roman Embellished Flapper Dress in Mint
Roman

£65.00

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Roman Spot Sequin and Mesh Flapper Dress in Black
Roman Spot Sequin and Mesh Flapper Dress in Black
Roman

£65.00

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Vintage Beaded Evening Gowns

Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£161.00

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chesca Floral Beaded Georgette Midi Dress, Violetta
chesca Floral Beaded Georgette Midi Dress, Violetta
John Lewis & Partners

£295.00

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Gina Bacconi Lilibeth Sequin Beaded Shoulder Jacket Dress, Spring Navy
Gina Bacconi Lilibeth Sequin Beaded Shoulder Jacket Dress, Spring Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£340.00

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Gina Bacconi Toni Chiffon Tier Jacket and Beaded Neck Dress, Navy
Gina Bacconi Toni Chiffon Tier Jacket and Beaded Neck Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Gina Bacconi Vera Floral Beaded Cape Dress
Gina Bacconi Vera Floral Beaded Cape Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£161.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Gina Bacconi Maurine Beaded Dress, Navy/Silver
Gina Bacconi Maurine Beaded Dress, Navy/Silver
John Lewis & Partners

£270.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Maxi Dress, Blush
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Maxi Dress, Blush
John Lewis & Partners

£289.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Godets Detail Maxi Dress, Rose Gold
Adrianna Papell Beaded Godets Detail Maxi Dress, Rose Gold
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Crepe Maxi Dress, Black/Blush
Adrianna Papell Beaded Crepe Maxi Dress, Black/Blush
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Long Cape Sleeve Maxi Dress, Rose Gold
Adrianna Papell Beaded Long Cape Sleeve Maxi Dress, Rose Gold
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Papell Studio Beaded Column Dress
Adrianna Papell Papell Studio Beaded Column Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£160.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Sheath Dress, Navy
Adrianna Papell Beaded Sheath Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£289.00

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Adrianna Papell Off Shoulder Beaded Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Off Shoulder Beaded Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Fringe Flapper Dresses

Continue the retro theme for evening events with a flattering flapper dress. 1920’s vintage-inspired fashion offers glitz and glamour with beaded and fringed dresses. You can also channel the 20’s Gatsby theme into your wedding reception party. Unique styles from the twenties include intricate decorative beading, sequins and sleek silhouettes. Art deco designs also add to their appeal along with drop waists and fringing for a maximum swish.

Ornate Beaded Evening Gowns

Make a true style statement with a longer length evening gown adorned with embellishments galore. The ornately decorated fabric lends itself to a bygone era where more was definitely more! Shimmering eveningwear radiates boho elegance with stunning metallic tones in silver and gold. So opt for a sweeping Grecian style to your next black-tie event or a one-shoulder gown with a dramatic side split. Look out for flattering designs too such as soft draping, waist ruching and elegant necklines.

Vintage Cocktail Party Dresses

For a trendy knee-length frock, the short cocktail dress is the answer. In addition to its party appeal, it offers a choice of retro styles too from flapper, swing, pencil, fit and flare and wiggle dresses. Find your favourite vintage dress and step back in time to an era that inspires you most. No matter what timeline grabs your style, you’re are sure to feel fabulous. Short party dresses are made for dancing and capture the mood of the 1920s, 1930s,1940s, 1950s and 1960s.

Classic Tea Dresses

The classic 40’s and 50’s tea dress has had a modern makeover with added frills, florals and fun-loving prints. Perfect for summer weddings, garden parties, wedding guest and modern Mother of the Bride. Moving away from the traditional wedding attire opens the way for plenty of vintage vibes. So whether you opt for printed, polka-dot or plain, there’s something for everyone. More importantly below the knee tea dresses are so versatile and make great bridesmaid dresses too. We love the dainty cap sleeves, cute buttons, belts and collars just add pearls to finish the retro look.

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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