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Party Dresses & Evening Gowns
Be inspired by the latest eveningwear from some of the finest occasionwear brands such as Coast, Phase Eight, Gina Bacconi, Adrianna Papell, Chesca, Eliza J, L. K. Bennett, Ariella and Hobbs. Discover glamorous Mother of the Bride evening outfits in shimmering brocade, lace, taffeta and silky satin for the ultimate after-dark dressing.
New Season Evening Occasionwear

For extra sparkle, there’s fabulous floor-length gowns and cocktail dresses adorned with sequins and beads. Dress and jacket outfits work perfectly for weddings and formal daytime events. For the evening slip off the jacket and change the look with heels, an evening clutch and a sheer cover-up.

Wedding Reception & Mother of the Bride Evening Dresses
Ombre Plisse Midi Dress
Roman
Milene Velvet Pleat Midi Dress - Cobalt
JOY
Adrianna Papell Women's Mikado Belt Gown in Pink
Coast UK & IE
Boden Women's Metallic Leopard Shift Dress | Size 18
Boden
Contrast Sequin Bodice Maxi Dress
Roman
Sequin Velvet Shift Dress
Roman
Lilac Cornelli Embroidered Lace Dress
Chesca
Boden Women's Tulle Bow Party Dress in Pink | Size 16
Boden
Huxley Raindrop Jersey Top Printed Circle Skirt Midaxi Dress - Red
JOY
Midnight Navy Velvet Devoree Dress with Angel Sleeves - Lined and Elegant
Chesca
Sequin Shimmer Velvet Dress
Roman
Sequin V-Neck Stretch Wrap Maxi Dress
Roman
Sequin Shimmer Midi Dress
Roman
Boden Women's Gold Metallic Shift Dress | Size 12
Boden
Sequin Lace Ruched Stretch Dress
Roman
Sequin Wrap Front Midi Dress
Roman
Embellished Flapper Dress
Roman
Shimmer Twist Front Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Lace Stretch Midi Dress
Roman
Black Off-The-Shoulder Cocktail Dress with Marabou Trim & Side Slit
Chesca
Metallic Pleated Midi Dress
Roman
Bardot Pleated Fit & Flare Maxi Dress
Roman
Metallic Pleat Belted Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Pleated Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Cowl Neck Maxi Stretch Dress
Roman
SOSANDAR Sequin V-Neck Midi Wrap Dress Blue
Marks and Spencer UK
Sleeveless Contrast Mesh Maxi Stretch Dress
Roman
Sequin Cowl Neck Stretch Dress
Roman
Sequin Lace Twist Front Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Cowl Neck Maxi Stretch Dress
Roman
Sequin Fluted Hem Lace Stretch Dress
Roman
SOSANDAR Velvet Halter Neck Midi Column Dress Blue
Marks and Spencer UK
Sequin Cowl Neck Maxi Stretch Dress
Roman
Ombre Print Satin Feel Midi Dress
Roman
Pleated Ombre Midi Dress
Roman
Velvet Twist Front Maxi Stretch Dress
Roman
SOSANDAR Velvet Sparkly V-Neck Belted Midi Wrap Dress Green
Marks and Spencer UK
Velvet Tiered Midi Stretch Dress
Roman
SOSANDAR Sequin V-Neck Midi Column Dress Red
Marks and Spencer UK
Fit & Flare Midi Dress
Roman
SOSANDAR Sequin Round Neck Knee Length Bodycon Dress Blue
Marks and Spencer UK
SOSANDAR Sparkly Round Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Black Mix
Marks and Spencer UK
Sosandar Midnight Blue Occasion Interest Sequin Belted Wrap Dress
very.co.uk
Sequin Frill Hem Midi Dress
Roman
Corsage Premium Stretch Midi Dress
Roman
Embellished Mesh Dress
Roman
Womens Phase Eight Petite Sequin-Embellished Woven Maxi Dress
Selfridges
Sequin Starburst Embellished Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Starburst Embellished Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Chiffon Wrap Maxi Dress
Roman
Premium Embellished Wrap Midi Dress
Roman
Sunray Hand Embellished Sequin A-Line Bell Sleeve Maxi Dress - Champagne by Goddiva
Goddiva
DAVID KOMA Women's Ruched Waistline Strapless Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers
Gina Bacconi Natalie Sequin Beaded Keyhole Maxi Dress - Blue
Frasers
Gina Bacconi Alison Sequn V Neck Maxi Dress - Green
Frasers
Premium Embellished Wrap Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Flutter Sleeve Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Angel Sleeve Midi Dress
Roman
Sequin Chiffon Wrap Maxi Dress
Roman
Embellished V-Neck Midi Dress
Roman
Embellished Mesh Tiered Dress
Roman
Puff Sleeve Tiered Hem Maxi Dress
Roman
Sequin Chiffon Wrap Maxi Dress
Roman
Sequin Chiffon Wrap Maxi Dress
Roman
Lace Scallop V-Neck Bodycon Maxi Dress
Roman
Lace Scallop Edge Front Split Maxi Dress
Roman
Basford Iridescent Cape Sleeve Midi Dress in Navy
JOY
Huxley Ballerina Style Maxi Dress - Red
JOY
Shehrazade Satin and Organza Midi Dress in Navy
JOY
Louche Roza Plisse Foil Print V Back Midi Dress
JOY
Animal Shimmer Tiered Maxi Dress
Roman
Navy Chiffon Dress with Floral Embroidered Mesh Overtop
Chesca

Make a style statement in classic black and red perfect for the party season. Star embroidery chiffon dress with layered, asymmetric hem. Gina Bacconi black and red party dress with floral abstract mesh overlay. Coast graphic design halter dress. Finish with Karen Millen embellished fringe stiletto heels Chesca rose embroidered bag.


Eveningwear for Mother of the Bride/Groom
After the worry of what to wear for your daughter’s or son’s wedding is over there is a sense of relief that everything went so perfectly, including your own ensemble. With the toasts and wedding celebrations of the day finished it’s time to let your hair down, well maybe not literally.


Mother of the Bride Evening Dresses
Evening wear for the Mother of the Bride can be just as stunning as day attire but in a different way. Cocktail dresses, skirt suits, long or shorter gowns and trouser suits can have more glitz and sparkle that you would normally wear during the day.
Younger mums can take to the dance floor in a trendy outfit while the mature mum can show off her style technique in a classy choice of partywear. The evening wedding reception is a fab time to chill out and take in the events of the glorious day. It’s best to choose an outfit that you feel relaxed and comfortable in and of course, look just as glamorous.
Designer Dresses
Occasionwear is found in most online catalogues as well as department stores and wedding shops. There are designer labels, celebrity fashion choices and style advisors all with a helping hand to create a unique look. Experiment with bolder colours and accessories for an evening wedding gown and heeled shoes or sparkly sandals for extra glam.
It is less stressful buying clothes for the evening event because you haven’t the worry of trying to complement wedding colours or attendants. You can enjoy wearing your favourite colours and style of clothes you feel confident in.