Cocktail dresses should be sophisticated and seductive because they are intended to be worn out in the evening; while you may feel great in a flowy, airy day dress, you should consider richer jewel tones in addition to the familiar darker colors of navy and black when planning your nighttime cocktail attire.
The main difference among a cocktail dress as well as a regular dress is the use of more luxurious fabrics and decorative elements. As a result, you may be able to narrow down the body type that makes you feel the most at ease. See below for some of the most popular cocktail dresses for the upcoming season.
COAST CLUSTER EMBELLISHED MIDI DRESS
This ivory dress with silver sequins is a head turner and It is ideal for a cocktail party, bridal shower, or rehearsal dinner, where white is traditionally worn. Silver sequin detailing is popular in last year, and we anticipate seeing more embellished pieces as the fall and holiday seasons approach.
This cocktail dress flatters curvy women by nipping in at the waist and skimming hips and tummies. To complete the look, the fitted bodice delicately contours a bust line.
Ghost dresses, which Kate Middleton adores, exude sophistication. In eco-satin, cut on the bias, they have a lovely drape and handle. The stunning silhouette and jewel-toned fabric of this cocktail dress are ideal. It’s an empire-cut dress with ruching at the bust that’s perfect for women with smaller busts and comes in a variety of colors.
The collection includes midi-length dresses in short and long lengths, with and without sleeves, making it ideal for special occasion wear and bridal dresses.
Halter neck dresses are stunning. The halter style lengthens your frame, making it ideal for cocktail dresses and people with rectangular bodies. In addition, the delicate cut-out back of this Mango dress makes wearing a bra difficult. It’s ideal for petite busts who prefer to go bra-free. The embellishment-free thigh-skimming dress can be dressed up or down, but the halter and cut-out back lend themselves to more formal occasions.
For a cocktail evening, lean into the comfortable, straight cut and pair with low-heeled mules and a classic handbag. Necklaces are replaced by sculptural statement earrings and a massive cocktail ring.