Evening Dresses & Gowns

Discover elegant evening dresses and gowns designed for formal and semi-formal occasions. From refined black-tie events and evening weddings to balls and special celebrations, our collection offers polished styles that make an impression without feeling overdone.

Choose from timeless long sleeve designs, classic silhouettes and modern cuts, including flattering mermaid and fitted styles. Whether you prefer understated elegance or a touch of sparkle, you’ll find evening gowns crafted to suit a range of formal dress codes.

Explore the links below to shop evening dresses by style, coverage and finish, and find a look that suits your event and personal style.

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ever CODI|Floral Tie-Strap Bustier Tiered Midi Wedding Guest Dress

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ever CODI
Floral Tie-Strap Bustier Tiered Midi Wedding Guest Dress
Sale price£58.99
ever JETT|Sequin Bodycon Wedding Guest Dress

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ever JETT
Sequin Bodycon Wedding Guest Dress
Sale price£57.99
pretty ORIEL|Plus Size Women's V-Neck Fishtail Sequin Evening Dress

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pretty ORIEL
Plus Size Women's V-Neck Fishtail Sequin Evening Dress
Sale price£68.99
Plus Size Sparkling Sequin Lace Maxi Dress with Puff Sleeves Elegant Long Formal Evening Gown
ever ANAYA|One Shoulder Maxi Bridesmaid Dresses

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ever ANAYA
One Shoulder Maxi Bridesmaid Dresses
Sale price£57.99
ever ROSALYN|Ruffled Chiffon Sleeveless Wedding Guest Dress

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ever ROSALYN
Ruffled Chiffon Sleeveless Wedding Guest Dress
Sale price£75.99
Plus Size High Stretch Lace Spliced A-Line Ruffle Sleeve Patchwork Wedding Guest Dress
ever SCARLEN|High-Low Satin Bridesmaid Dress with Pockets

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ever SCARLEN
High-Low Satin Bridesmaid Dress with Pockets
Sale price£53.99
Plus Size Elegant Cap Sleeve Lace Patchwork Midi Mermaid Wedding Guest Dress

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Plus Size Elegant Cap Sleeve Lace Patchwork Midi Mermaid Wedding Guest Dress
Sale price£65.99
Bateau Satin Mermaid Guest Dress

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Bateau Satin Mermaid Guest Dress
Sale price£55.99
Sea-island Filament Fabircs Off the Shoulder A-Line Dress
Ruffled Satin Midi Guest Dress with Slit

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Ruffled Satin Midi Guest Dress with Slit
Sale price£55.99
Gathered Sea-island filament fabircs Sleeveless Dress

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Gathered Sea-island filament fabircs Sleeveless Dress
Sale price£59.99
ever EVELISE|Flowing Ribbons Satin Maxi Bridesmaid Dress

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ever EVELISE
Flowing Ribbons Satin Maxi Bridesmaid Dress
Sale price£75.99
Multi-way Jersey Off-the-shoulder Sleeve Dress

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Multi-way Jersey Off-the-shoulder Sleeve Dress
Sale price£69.99
Floral Satin Sling Guest Dress with Pockets

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Floral Satin Sling Guest Dress with Pockets
Sale price£53.99
Sequin Tulle Midi A-Line Dress

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Sequin Tulle Midi A-Line Dress
Sale price£74.99
ever SOIREE|Sequin Ruffle Sleeve Tiered Dress

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ever SOIREE
Sequin Ruffle Sleeve Tiered Dress
Sale price£95.99
Plus Size Sequin A-Line Tea Length Dress with Cap Sleeves

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Plus Size Sequin A-Line Tea Length Dress with Cap Sleeves
Sale price£74.99
ever ELYS|Halter Satin Bridesmaid Dress with Drape Flower

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ever ELYS
Halter Satin Bridesmaid Dress with Drape Flower
Sale price£77.99
Tie-Front Knit Cape Sleeve Dress

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Tie-Front Knit Cape Sleeve Dress
Sale price£69.99
ever MELODÉ|Ruffle Sleeves V Neck High Low Evening Dress (Final Sale)

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ever MELODÉ
Ruffle Sleeves V Neck High Low Evening Dress (Final Sale)
Sale price£24.99
Plus Size Sequin Tulle Midi A-Line Dress

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Plus Size Sequin Tulle Midi A-Line Dress
Sale price£74.99
ever AMOUR|Lantern Long Slit Sleeve Deep V Applique Maxi Evening Dress (Final Sale)

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ever AMOUR
Lantern Long Slit Sleeve Deep V Applique Maxi Evening Dress (Final Sale)
Sale price£29.99
ever DIONE|Gorgeous V Neck Leaf-Sequined Fishtail Mother of the Bride Dress (Final Sale)

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ever DIONE
Gorgeous V Neck Leaf-Sequined Fishtail Mother of the Bride Dress (Final Sale)
Sale price£29.99 Regular price£79.99
pretty JADEN|Plus Size Sequin Leaf Long Mermaid Tulle Prom Dress (Final Sale)

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pretty JADEN
Plus Size Sequin Leaf Long Mermaid Tulle Prom Dress (Final Sale)
Sale price£29.99 Regular price£99.99
Knit Bodycon Midi Length Skirt

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Knit Bodycon Midi Length Skirt
Sale price£29.99
Slit Knit Bodycon Skirt

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Slit Knit Bodycon Skirt
Sale price£36.99
Slit Satin Sheath Skirt

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Slit Satin Sheath Skirt
Sale price£39.99
Satin Off-the-shoulder Sleeve Top

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Satin Off-the-shoulder Sleeve Top
Sale price£29.99
Knit Cap Sleeve Asymmetrical Neckline Top

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Knit Cap Sleeve Asymmetrical Neckline Top
Sale price£24.99
Draped Ruched One Shoulder Jersey Dress

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Draped Ruched One Shoulder Jersey Dress
Sale price£67.99
Flowing Ribbons Satin Sleeveless Wedding Guest Dress

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Flowing Ribbons Satin Sleeveless Wedding Guest Dress
Sale price£64.99
Satin Cap Sleeve A-Line Wedding Guest Dress

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Satin Cap Sleeve A-Line Wedding Guest Dress
Sale price£55.99
ever BREE|Satin Drop Shoulder Sleeve Mermaid Wedding Guest Dress

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ever BREE
Satin Drop Shoulder Sleeve Mermaid Wedding Guest Dress
Sale price£53.99
Knot Detail Bodycon Jacquard Maxi Dress

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Knot Detail Bodycon Jacquard Maxi Dress
Sale price£119.99
Ruffle Slit Mermaid Jacquard High Low Dress

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Ruffle Slit Mermaid Jacquard High Low Dress
Sale price£119.99
Plus Size Knot Detail Bodycon Jacquard Maxi Dress

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Plus Size Knot Detail Bodycon Jacquard Maxi Dress
Sale price£119.99
Plus Size Ruffle Slit Mermaid Jacquard High Low Dress

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Plus Size Ruffle Slit Mermaid Jacquard High Low Dress
Sale price£119.99
Sequin Ruffle A-Line Chiffon Dress

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Sequin Ruffle A-Line Chiffon Dress
Sale price£75.99
ever SORAYA|Stunning V-Neck Empire Waist Floor-Length Evening Dress with High Slit

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ever SORAYA
Stunning V-Neck Empire Waist Floor-Length Evening Dress with High Slit
Sale price£60.99
pretty SYREN|Plus Size Sequin V-neck Long Sleeve Evening Dress(Final Sale)

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pretty SYREN
Plus Size Sequin V-neck Long Sleeve Evening Dress(Final Sale)
Sale price£39.99 Regular price£69.99
pretty CALLIE|Plus Size Sequin V-Neck Sleeveless High Low Evening Dress£¨Final Sale£©

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pretty CALLIE
Plus Size Sequin V-Neck Sleeveless High Low Evening Dress£¨Final Sale£©
Sale price£64.99
pretty LILAS|Plus Size Waist Applique A-Line Chiffon V-Neck Evening Dress

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pretty LILAS
Plus Size Waist Applique A-Line Chiffon V-Neck Evening Dress
Sale price£66.99
pretty AVELYN|Maxi Long Chiffon Plus Size Evening Dresses with Ruffles Sleeves

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Maxi Long Chiffon Plus Size Evening Dresses with Ruffles Sleeves
Sale price£63.99
pretty NYX|Shiny V Neck Plus Size Sequin Evening Party Dress with Long Sleeve

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pretty NYX
Shiny V Neck Plus Size Sequin Evening Party Dress with Long Sleeve
Sale price£72.99
pretty ALIX|Plus Size V-Neck High Slit Sequined Evening Dresses

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pretty ALIX
Plus Size V-Neck High Slit Sequined Evening Dresses
Sale price£79.99
pretty MIRAGE|Plus Size V-Neck Cap Sleeve Sequins Chiffon Maxi Evening Dress

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Plus Size V-Neck Cap Sleeve Sequins Chiffon Maxi Evening Dress
Sale price£68.99 Regular price£81.99

Formal Evening Dresses for Special Occasions

When an event says "formal," you don't need to overcomplicate it. A full-length gown does the job for galas and black-tie. But for dinners or receptions, a midi can be just as good.

It's mostly about the fabric. Chiffon if you want soft and floaty. Satin if you prefer something sleek. A bit of sequin if you fancy some sparkle. And long sleeves? They keep you warm while still looking smart—no compromise.

Evening dresses that don't fight you

Good evening dress = you forget you're wearing it. A-line or high-waist? Comfy. Fitted? More shape. Both work.

Ever-Pretty's got formal floor-length gowns, party sequin dresses, and a new glitter metallic dress too. Plus-size styles are available, so no worries there.

Autumn/winter colours? Forest green, navy, burgundy—those suit evening events. For daytime, go for lighter, softer tones.

FAQs About Evening Dresses & Gowns

What is the difference between an evening dress and a formal dress?

Not a huge difference really. Evening dress tends to be a bit more sparkly or silky. Formal dress is more about the occasion—weddings, corporate events, that sort of thing. But honestly, they overlap most of the time. If it's long and smart, it'll usually do the job.

What length should a formal evening dress be?

Most formal events call for maxi, but a midi dress can work too if it's the right fabric and shape. Mini is probably not for black-tie or evening weddings. If in doubt, go long—it's the safest bet and always looks polished.

How should an evening dress fit?

You should be able to sit in it without holding your breath. That's the test. Reach for something. Lift your arms. If none of that feels like a struggle, you're onto a good one. And the hem? It should just about skim the floor—if you're stepping on it when you walk, it's too long.

What colours are popular for evening dresses?

Evening colours tend to be darker. Black, navy, burgundy, emerald. They suit formal evening events and galas. Lighter shades are better for daytime weddings or summer do's. But really, check the dress code. That's what decides it.

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