Going Out Dresses Maxi Jersey Shift Dresses
Occasion Dresses, Maxi Gowns & Eveningwear
There’s a sea of styles and colours throughout the spring, summer, autumn and winter line up of occasion dresses. You’ll find floral, paisley prints, 2 in 1 styles, shift dresses and long flowing maxis, plus wrap over jersey dresses, elegant eveningwear and party dresses. Every season has its favourite style and trend that offers a dress to suit everyone. The latest fashion frenzy channels iconic looks from the fifties with vintage occasionwear and prom dresses with nipped in waists and full gathered skirts. We hope you like our selection of occasion dresses.
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Occasion Dresses Suits and Evening Gowns
Chesca Iris Floral Print Devoree Sleeveless Midi Dress, Navy/Multi
John Lewis & Partners
£325.00
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Gina Bacconi Sofya Jacquard Sheath Dress and Bolero Jacket, Pink
John Lewis & Partners
£350.00
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Gina Bacconi Adriana Lace And Satin Dress And Jacket, Ink
John Lewis & Partners
£320.00
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Chesca Iris Floral Print Multi Layered Devoree Midi Dress, Navy/Multi
John Lewis & Partners
£275.00
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Gina Bacconi Sadira Metallic Lace Maxi Dress and Bolero, Navy
John Lewis & Partners
£360.00
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Gina Bacconi Kayla Sequin Lace Midi Dress & Jacket, Champagne
John Lewis & Partners
£240.00
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Chesca Satin Devoree Abstract Stripe Sleeveless Dress, Ivory/Cobalt
John Lewis & Partners
£117.00
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Hobbs Women's Marcella Silk Blend Beaded Dress - Pale Pink
Hobbs Ltd
Gina Bacconi Gemma Dress Jacquard Waterfall Jacket and Shift Dress
John Lewis & Partners
£230.00
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Gina Bacconi Carissa Sequin Lace Maxi Dress and Jacket, Champagne
John Lewis & Partners
£280.00
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Adrianna Papell Floral Embroidered Bell Sleeve Dress, Pink/Multi
John Lewis & Partners
£169.00
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Gina Bacconi Vesta Jewel-Shoulder Tiered Cocktail Knee Length Dress
John Lewis & Partners
£180.00
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Jolie Moi Danika Keyhole Floral Mesh Midi Dress, Mauve Pink
John Lewis & Partners
£85.00
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Adrianna Papell Watercolor Floral Midi Dress, Light Blue/Multi
John Lewis & Partners
£127.20
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Helen McAlinden Vintage Floral Soft Belted Midi Dress, Blush/Multi
John Lewis & Partners
£329.00
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Adrianna Papell Floral Embroidered Bell Sleeve Dress, Pink/Multi
John Lewis & Partners
£169.00
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Gina Bacconi Joss Metallic Embroidered Lace Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Taupe
John Lewis & Partners
£350.00
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Helen McAlinden Maredith Vintage Floral Print Midi Dress, Multi
John Lewis & Partners
£329.00
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Tie Front Linen Midi Dress Pink Women Boden, Pop Peony, Pansy Bloom
Boden
Halterneck Cut Out Midi Dress Blue Women Boden, Prussian Blue, Tranquil Geo
Boden
Colour Block Illusion Dresses
Petite & Plus Size Panel Dresses
Hobbs Women's Claudia Pleated Fit And Flare Dress - Navy Pink Multi
Hobbs Ltd
Flattering Slimming Outfits
By adding panels to a simple shift dress, designers have created an extremely effective optical illusion. Figure flattering styles to look out for are colour block, panelled, ottoman, and tiered jersey dresses, plus the iconic bandage body-con.
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Day to Evening Wedding Dress Styles
Favourite dresses include modern and ultra-feminine styles for day and evening glamour. Figure flattering gathers, pleating detail and shape enhancing seams in all the right places. Matching bolero jackets, clutch bags and other essential accessories can also be found to complete the look.
Hobbs Dress Suits and Jackets
Trendy outfits for a wedding event can be found at high street stores such as Hobbs, Monsoon, Reiss, Coast and Phase Eight. They have a delightful selection of dreamy going-out dresses for day-to-night events. There are more traditional styles from Windsmoor, Jacques Vert and Planet. If you are looking for a touch of glamour look to Damsel in a Dress, Gina Bacconi and Adrianna Papell.
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.
