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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pretty VICOTIRE|Simple Maxi Plus Size Mermaid Party Dresses for Women (Final Sale)

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Simple Maxi Plus Size Mermaid Party Dresses for Women (Final Sale)
Sale price£29.99
pretty RAYVEN|Plus Size V-Neck Lantern Long Sleeve Sequin A-Line Evening Dress

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Plus Size V-Neck Lantern Long Sleeve Sequin A-Line Evening Dress
Sale price£81.99
pretty DAPHNE|Plus Size Sparkle Short Sleeves Formal Evening Dress with V-Neck

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pretty DAPHNE
Plus Size Sparkle Short Sleeves Formal Evening Dress with V-Neck
Sale price£83.99
Maxi Long Plus Size Lace Evening Dresses with Ruffle Sleeves
pretty ALYNA|Sparkly Plus Size Prom Dresses for Women with Irregular Hem (Final Sale)

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Sparkly Plus Size Prom Dresses for Women with Irregular Hem (Final Sale)
Sale price£29.99
Floral Empire Waist Spaghetti Strap Evening Dress with V-Neck

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Floral Empire Waist Spaghetti Strap Evening Dress with V-Neck
Sale price£69.99
pretty ARIA|Plus Size V-Neck Sequined A-Line Evening Dresses with Ruffles Sleeves

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Plus Size V-Neck Sequined A-Line Evening Dresses with Ruffles Sleeves
Sale price£73.99
pretty PALMER|Plus Size Sequin Ruffle Sleeve Evening Dress

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Plus Size Sequin Ruffle Sleeve Evening Dress
Sale price£71.99
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Sleeveless V-Neck High-Waisted A-Line Sequin Evening Dress with Cross Back
Glitter V-Neck Sleeveless High Slit Cross-Back Mermaid Evening Dress
ever WISTERIA|Floral Tie Back Ruffle Sleeves Square Neck Maxi Evening Dress

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ever WISTERIA
Floral Tie Back Ruffle Sleeves Square Neck Maxi Evening Dress
Sale price£68.99
pretty FLORENCE|Plus Size Long Tulle & Sequin Evening Dresses for Mother of the Bride

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Plus Size Long Tulle & Sequin Evening Dresses for Mother of the Bride
Sale price£62.99
pretty SYLVA|Plus Size High-Low A-Line Velvet Evening Dress

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Plus Size High-Low A-Line Velvet Evening Dress
Sale price£67.99
pretty EMBER|Plus Size Glitter Long Sleeve Twist Knot Evening Dress (Final Sale)

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Plus Size Glitter Long Sleeve Twist Knot Evening Dress (Final Sale)
Sale price£39.99 Regular price£69.99
pretty LIORÉ|Plus Size Long Shimmery Pleated V-Neck Evening Dress with Flutter Sleeve

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Plus Size Long Shimmery Pleated V-Neck Evening Dress with Flutter Sleeve
Sale price£59.99
Floral Jacquard A Line V Neck Midi Dress

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Floral Jacquard A Line V Neck Midi Dress
Sale price£109.99
Floral Print Jacquard A Line Round Neck Midi Dress

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Floral Print Jacquard A Line Round Neck Midi Dress
Sale price£109.99
Shimmer Draped High-Low Mesh Dress

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Shimmer Draped High-Low Mesh Dress
Sale price£59.99
3D Draped Lurex Mesh A Line Midi Dress

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3D Draped Lurex Mesh A Line Midi Dress
Sale price£62.99
Beaded Tulle A Line Maxi Dress with Ruffle Sleeves

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Beaded Tulle A Line Maxi Dress with Ruffle Sleeves
Sale price£88.99
Lace Trim Chiffon Midi Dress with Ruffle Sleeves

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Lace Trim Chiffon Midi Dress with Ruffle Sleeves
Sale price£64.99
Lace Trim V-Neck 3/4 Sleeve Midi Dress

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Lace Trim V-Neck 3/4 Sleeve Midi Dress
Sale price£62.99
Sequin Chiffon Tea Length Dress with V Neck

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Sequin Chiffon Tea Length Dress with V Neck
Sale price£120.99
Knot Detail Jersey Long Sleeve Maxi Dress

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Knot Detail Jersey Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
Sale price£70.99
Draped Sequin Tulle Sleeveless Maxi Dress

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Draped Sequin Tulle Sleeveless Maxi Dress
Sale price£69.99
Sheer Detail Chiffon A Line Maxi Dress

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Sheer Detail Chiffon A Line Maxi Dress
Sale price£107.99
Sequin A-Line Tea Length Evening Dress with Cap Sleeves

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Sequin A-Line Tea Length Evening Dress with Cap Sleeves
Sale price£74.99
Sequin Ruffle Sleeve A Line Maxi Evening Dress

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Sequin Ruffle Sleeve A Line Maxi Evening Dress
Sale price£66.99
Sequin V Neck Cold Shoulder Maxi Evening Dress

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Sequin V Neck Cold Shoulder Maxi Evening Dress
Sale price£86.99
Sequin Tulle Puff Sleeve Maxi Evening Dress

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Sequin Tulle Puff Sleeve Maxi Evening Dress
Sale price£65.99
Sequin Velvet Evening Dress with Long Sleeves

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Sequin Velvet Evening Dress with Long Sleeves
Sale price£79.99
Glamorous Beaded Tulle Maxi Evening Dress

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Glamorous Beaded Tulle Maxi Evening Dress
Sale price£109.99
Sequin A-Line Tea Length Wedding Guest Dress with Cap Sleeves

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Sequin A-Line Tea Length Wedding Guest Dress with Cap Sleeves
Sale price£74.99
ever JORDANE|Off-Shoulder High-Low Chiffon Wedding Guest Dresses with Short Sleeves

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Off-Shoulder High-Low Chiffon Wedding Guest Dresses with Short Sleeves
Sale price£54.99
Draped Off-the-Shoulder Sequin Maxi Evening Dress

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Draped Off-the-Shoulder Sequin Maxi Evening Dress
Sale price£87.99
Shimmer V-Neck Tulle Floor Length Evening Dress

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Shimmer V-Neck Tulle Floor Length Evening Dress
Sale price£69.99

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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