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.


Roman Mother of the Bride outfits and occasion dresses under £50

Jersey DressesShift DressesLittle Black DressesMaxi Dresses


Occasion Dresses Suits and Evening Gowns

Goddiva Plus Sequin & Mesh Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva Plus Sequin & Mesh Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Plus Sequin Cowl Neck Midi Dress - Champagne
Goddiva Plus Sequin Cowl Neck Midi Dress - Champagne
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Plus Sequin Cowl Neck Midi Dress - Navy
Goddiva Plus Sequin Cowl Neck Midi Dress - Navy
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Sequin Cowl Neck Midi Dress - Navy
Goddiva Sequin Cowl Neck Midi Dress - Navy
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Sequin Cowl Neck Midi Dress - Champagne
Goddiva Sequin Cowl Neck Midi Dress - Champagne
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Scuba Foam Floral Bardot Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva Scuba Foam Floral Bardot Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Scuba Foam Floral Bardot Midi Dress - Blush
Goddiva Scuba Foam Floral Bardot Midi Dress - Blush
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Sequin & Mesh Embroidered Midi Dress - Wine
Goddiva Sequin & Mesh Embroidered Midi Dress - Wine
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Plus Sequin Mesh V Neck Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva Plus Sequin Mesh V Neck Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Plus Sequin Mesh V Neck Midi Dress - Emerald
Goddiva Plus Sequin Mesh V Neck Midi Dress - Emerald
Goddiva

£85.00

View Details
Goddiva Plus Scalloped Hem Starburst Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva Plus Scalloped Hem Starburst Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva

£84.00

View Details
Goddiva Scalloped Hem Starburst Midi Dress - Emerald
Goddiva Scalloped Hem Starburst Midi Dress - Emerald
Goddiva

£84.00

View Details
Roman Dipped Hem Fit & Flare Dress in Green
Roman Dipped Hem Fit & Flare Dress in Green
Roman

£65.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Barbara Cascade Jacket And Midi Dress, Hydrangea
Gina Bacconi Barbara Cascade Jacket And Midi Dress, Hydrangea
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Hayley Embroidered Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Spring Navy
Gina Bacconi Hayley Embroidered Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Spring Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

View Details
Phase Eight Women's Lace Midi Column Dress - 16REG - Light Pink, Light Pink
Phase Eight Women's Lace Midi Column Dress - 16REG - Light Pink, Light Pink
Marks and Spencer UK

£169.00

View Details
Phase Eight Women's Doube Layer Lace Shift Dress - 10 - Blue, Blue
Phase Eight Women's Doube Layer Lace Shift Dress - 10 - Blue, Blue
Marks and Spencer UK

£169.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Tatum Print Jacket And Dress Set, Blue/Multi
Gina Bacconi Tatum Print Jacket And Dress Set, Blue/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

View Details
Phase Eight Women's Floral Lace Square Neck Midi Column Dress - 12REG - White Mix, White Mix
Phase Eight Women's Floral Lace Square Neck Midi Column Dress - 12REG - White Mix, White Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£149.00

View Details
Phase Eight Women's Embroidered Lace Knee Length Shift Dress - 12 - Blue Mix, Blue Mix
Phase Eight Women's Embroidered Lace Knee Length Shift Dress - 12 - Blue Mix, Blue Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£149.00

View Details
Roman Lace Bodice Shift Dress in Ivory
Roman Lace Bodice Shift Dress in Ivory
Roman

£50.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Melissa Stretch Crepe Dress & Jacket
Gina Bacconi Melissa Stretch Crepe Dress & Jacket
John Lewis & Partners

£330.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Lola Tiered Dress & Jacket, Teal
Gina Bacconi Lola Tiered Dress & Jacket, Teal
John Lewis & Partners

£250.00

View Details
Roman Scallop Edge Plain Bodycon Shift Dress in Navy
Roman Scallop Edge Plain Bodycon Shift Dress in Navy
Roman

£50.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Eva Floral Jacquard Dress & Jacket, Aqua/Green
Gina Bacconi Eva Floral Jacquard Dress & Jacket, Aqua/Green
John Lewis & Partners

£380.00

View Details
Roman Scallop Edge Plain Shift Dress in Lilac
Roman Scallop Edge Plain Shift Dress in Lilac
Roman

£50.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Hayley Embroidered Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Spring Navy
Gina Bacconi Hayley Embroidered Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Spring Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Lindsay Floral Jacquard Pearl Trim Dress & Jacket, Yellow/Gold
Gina Bacconi Lindsay Floral Jacquard Pearl Trim Dress & Jacket, Yellow/Gold
John Lewis & Partners

£370.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Gladys Embroidered Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Pewter
Gina Bacconi Gladys Embroidered Dress with Chiffon Jacket, Pewter
John Lewis & Partners

£360.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Isannah Floral Jacquard Dress with Jacket, Mint/Multi
Gina Bacconi Isannah Floral Jacquard Dress with Jacket, Mint/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Melissa Stretch Crepe Dress & Jacket
Gina Bacconi Melissa Stretch Crepe Dress & Jacket
John Lewis & Partners

£330.00

View Details
Roman Floral Pleated Halterneck Maxi Dress in Cerise
Roman Floral Pleated Halterneck Maxi Dress in Cerise
Roman

£80.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Julie Stretch Jacuqard Shift Dress and Jacket, Aqua/Nude
Gina Bacconi Julie Stretch Jacuqard Shift Dress and Jacket, Aqua/Nude
John Lewis & Partners

£380.00

View Details
Roman Keyhole Knot Front Jacquard Midi Dress in Mauve
Roman Keyhole Knot Front Jacquard Midi Dress in Mauve
Roman

£75.00

View Details
Roman Sparkle Bead Embellished Maxi Dress in Midnight Blue
Roman Sparkle Bead Embellished Maxi Dress in Midnight Blue
Roman

£100.00

View Details
Dusk Fashion Belted Sequin Sheer Sleeve Dress in Bordeaux
Dusk Fashion Belted Sequin Sheer Sleeve Dress in Bordeaux
Roman

£68.00

View Details
Roman Floral Halter Neck Hanky Hem Midi Dress in Purple
Roman Floral Halter Neck Hanky Hem Midi Dress in Purple
Roman

£70.00

View Details
Roman Sequin Embellished Chiffon Wrap Maxi Dress in Black
Roman Sequin Embellished Chiffon Wrap Maxi Dress in Black
Roman

£100.00

View Details
Roman Pleated Lace Detail Midi Dress in Navy
Roman Pleated Lace Detail Midi Dress in Navy
Roman

£70.00

View Details
Roman Sparkle Bead Embellished Maxi Dress in Dark Green
Roman Sparkle Bead Embellished Maxi Dress in Dark Green
Roman

£100.00

View Details
Dusk Fashion Dusk Frill Maxi Dress in Cerise
Dusk Fashion Dusk Frill Maxi Dress in Cerise
Roman

£70.00

View Details
Dusk Fashion Sequin Tassel Midi Stretch Dress in Green
Dusk Fashion Sequin Tassel Midi Stretch Dress in Green
Roman

£80.00

View Details
Dusk Fashion Sequin Tassel Midi Stretch Dress in Black
Dusk Fashion Sequin Tassel Midi Stretch Dress in Black
Roman

£80.00

View Details
Dusk Fashion Star Print Chiffon Midi Dress in Black
Dusk Fashion Star Print Chiffon Midi Dress in Black
Roman

£78.00

View Details
The Great Gatsby Charleston Vintage 1920s Embellished Flapper Dress in Black
The Great Gatsby Charleston Vintage 1920s Embellished Flapper Dress in Black
Roman

£90.00

View Details
Roman Rose Print Dipped Hem Dress in Red
Roman Rose Print Dipped Hem Dress in Red
Roman

£80.00

View Details
Dusk Fashion Spot Print Halter Neck Pleated Chiffon Dress in Pink
Dusk Fashion Spot Print Halter Neck Pleated Chiffon Dress in Pink
Roman

£85.00

View Details
Roman Sequin Wrap Detail Midi Dress in Navy
Roman Sequin Wrap Detail Midi Dress in Navy
Roman

£70.00

View Details
Roman Sequin Embellished Sheer Shift Dress in Wine
Roman Sequin Embellished Sheer Shift Dress in Wine
Roman

£90.00

View Details
Roman Sequin Embellished Maxi Wrap Dress in Wine
Roman Sequin Embellished Maxi Wrap Dress in Wine
Roman

£100.00

View Details
Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Gold
Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Gold
Roman

£80.00

View Details
Alie Street Luna Floral Jersey Midi Dress, Fuchsia Florals
Alie Street Luna Floral Jersey Midi Dress, Fuchsia Florals
John Lewis & Partners

£149.00

View Details
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Embellishment Cocktail Dress, Electric Pink
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Embellishment Cocktail Dress, Electric Pink
John Lewis & Partners

£510.00

View Details
Adrianna Papell Floral Hi-Low Dress, Green/Multi
Adrianna Papell Floral Hi-Low Dress, Green/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£169.00

View Details
Adrianna Papell Floral Print Midi Dress, Pink/Red Multi
Adrianna Papell Floral Print Midi Dress, Pink/Red Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£179.00

View Details
Alie Street Luna Floral Jersey Midi Dress, Watercolour Meadow
Alie Street Luna Floral Jersey Midi Dress, Watercolour Meadow
John Lewis & Partners

£149.00

View Details
Alie Street Pippa Shift Dress, Fuschia Florals
Alie Street Pippa Shift Dress, Fuschia Florals
John Lewis & Partners

£129.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Nadine Midi Length Dress
Gina Bacconi Nadine Midi Length Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£360.00

View Details
Closet London A-Line Jacquard Print Midi Dress, Pink
Closet London A-Line Jacquard Print Midi Dress, Pink
John Lewis & Partners

£68.50

View Details
Gina Bacconi Ann-Marie Metallic Jacquard Dress, Almond
Gina Bacconi Ann-Marie Metallic Jacquard Dress, Almond
John Lewis & Partners

£340.00

View Details
Alie Street Charlotte Lace Midi Dress, Coral Pink
Alie Street Charlotte Lace Midi Dress, Coral Pink
John Lewis & Partners

£225.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Rebecca Tiered Midi Dress
Gina Bacconi Rebecca Tiered Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£240.00

View Details
Adrianna Papell Floral Jacquard Flared Dress, Blush/Multi
Adrianna Papell Floral Jacquard Flared Dress, Blush/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£249.00

View Details
FS Collection Abstract Floral Print Midi Wrap Dress In Pink Colour: Pink
FS Collection Abstract Floral Print Midi Wrap Dress In Pink Colour: Pink
Yumi

£45.00

View Details
Yumi Ivory Bird and Floral Print Ruched Waist Kimono Midi Dress Colour: White
Yumi Ivory Bird and Floral Print Ruched Waist Kimono Midi Dress Colour: White
Yumi

£55.00

View Details
Yumi Orange Floral Midi Wrap Pleated Dress Colour: Orange
Yumi Orange Floral Midi Wrap Pleated Dress Colour: Orange
Yumi

£55.00

View Details
Yumi Pink Blossom Print Halter Neck Midi Dress With Split Hem Colour: Pink
Yumi Pink Blossom Print Halter Neck Midi Dress With Split Hem Colour: Pink
Yumi

£60.00

View Details
Yumi Premium Ivory Floral Print Broderie Anglaise Cotton Midi Shirt Dress With Matching Belt Colour: White
Yumi Premium Ivory Floral Print Broderie Anglaise Cotton Midi Shirt Dress With Matching Belt Colour: White
Yumi

£75.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Rebecca Tiered Midi Dress
Gina Bacconi Rebecca Tiered Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£240.00

View Details
Closet London Green High Neck Midi Dress
Closet London Green High Neck Midi Dress
Closet London

was: £80.00

£47.95

View Details
Closet London Curves PURPLE Kimono Midi Dress
Closet London Curves PURPLE Kimono Midi Dress
Closet London

was: £75.00

£39.99

View Details
Closet London Purple Pleated Print Midi Dress
Closet London Purple Pleated Print Midi Dress
Closet London

was: £110.00

£43.99

View Details
Closet London Purple Print High Neck Midi Dress
Closet London Purple Print High Neck Midi Dress
Closet London

was: £110.00

£65.99

View Details
Closet London Black 2-in-1 Full Skirt Print Midi Dress
Closet London Black 2-in-1 Full Skirt Print Midi Dress
Closet London

£120.00

View Details
Closet London Magenta Purple Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London Magenta Purple Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London

£85.00

View Details
Closet London Burgundy Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London Burgundy Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London

£115.00

View Details
Closet London Pink Blush Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London Pink Blush Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London

£120.00

View Details
Closet London Blue V-Neck Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London Blue V-Neck Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London

£120.00

View Details
Closet London Apricot Green Floral High Neck Midi Dress
Closet London Apricot Green Floral High Neck Midi Dress
Closet London

£80.00

View Details
Closet London  Burgundy Velvet Kimono Sleeves Wrap Pencil Midi Dress
Closet London Burgundy Velvet Kimono Sleeves Wrap Pencil Midi Dress
Closet London

£68.00

View Details
Closet London Brown Gathered Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Closet London Brown Gathered Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Closet London

was: £95.00

£47.99

View Details
Closet London Blue Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London Blue Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London

£85.00

View Details
Closet London Purple Puff Sleeve Floral Print Midi Dress
Closet London Purple Puff Sleeve Floral Print Midi Dress
Closet London

was: £75.00

£44.99

View Details
Closet Curves Purple Midi Gathered Neck A-Line Dress
Closet Curves Purple Midi Gathered Neck A-Line Dress
Closet London

was: £95.00

£47.99

View Details
Closet Curves Green Kimono Midi Dress
Closet Curves Green Kimono Midi Dress
Closet London

was: £75.00

£44.95

View Details
Closet London Peach Floral Print A-Line Midi Dress
Closet London Peach Floral Print A-Line Midi Dress
Closet London

was: £95.00

£37.99

View Details
Closet London Black Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London Black Pleated Midi Dress
Closet London

£85.00

View Details

 

Colour Block Illusion Dresses

Petite & Plus Size Panel Dresses

 

Yumi Multicolour Rainbow Stripe Sequin Midi Dress Colour: Multi
Yumi Multicolour Rainbow Stripe Sequin Midi Dress Colour: Multi
Yumi

£75.00

View Details
HotSquash Halterneck Contrast Panels Maxi Dress, Red/White
HotSquash Halterneck Contrast Panels Maxi Dress, Red/White
John Lewis & Partners

£155.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Lorah Stripe Maxi Dress, Black/White
Gina Bacconi Lorah Stripe Maxi Dress, Black/White
John Lewis & Partners

£130.00

View Details
HotSquash Pleated Polka Dot Midi Dress, Navy
HotSquash Pleated Polka Dot Midi Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£119.00

View Details
Tommy Hilfiger Colour Block Ribbed Maxi Skirt, Navy/Multi
Tommy Hilfiger Colour Block Ribbed Maxi Skirt, Navy/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£180.00

View Details
chesca Plissé Striped Midi Dress, Orange/Multi
chesca Plissé Striped Midi Dress, Orange/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£185.00

View Details
Adrianna Papell Colour Block Maxi Dress, Black/Ivory
Adrianna Papell Colour Block Maxi Dress, Black/Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

View Details
Adrianna Papell Colour Block Maxi Dress, Pink/Red
Adrianna Papell Colour Block Maxi Dress, Pink/Red
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

View Details
HotSquash Pleated Floral Midi Dress, Black/White
HotSquash Pleated Floral Midi Dress, Black/White
John Lewis & Partners

£119.00

View Details
InWear Sharla Diagonal Stripe Maxi Dress, Black/Eggshell
InWear Sharla Diagonal Stripe Maxi Dress, Black/Eggshell
John Lewis & Partners

£149.95

View Details
HotSquash Princess Seam Swing Dress
HotSquash Princess Seam Swing Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£119.00

View Details
HotSquash Frill Detail Bodycon Dress
HotSquash Frill Detail Bodycon Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£115.00

View Details
HotSquash Princess Seam Swing Dress
HotSquash Princess Seam Swing Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£119.00

View Details
HotSquash Contrast V-Neck Knee Length Dress, Teal
HotSquash Contrast V-Neck Knee Length Dress, Teal
John Lewis & Partners

£125.00

View Details
Ro&Zo Daphne Floral Midi Dress, Pink/White
Ro&Zo Daphne Floral Midi Dress, Pink/White
John Lewis & Partners

£129.00

View Details
HotSquash Contrast Pleat Midi Dress
HotSquash Contrast Pleat Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£119.00

View Details
Gina Bacconi Janada Chiffon Maxi Dress
Gina Bacconi Janada Chiffon Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£370.00

View Details
HotSquash 50s Silky Trimmed Button Wiggle Dress
HotSquash 50s Silky Trimmed Button Wiggle Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£125.00

View Details

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.

Take a look at the latest colour block slimming dresses >>

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.

Author Debra Binns
Curated by Debra Binns

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.

facebook icon pinterest icon instagram icon twitter icon