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Black Evening Dresses

Every wardrobe should make room for one statement piece including the little black dress. If the dress code is black then this fabulous collection of black-tie event outfits, cocktail and evening dresses are sure to inspire. You’ll find stunning Oscar-style maxi dresses, bandeau, halter neck and sequined party dresses plus chiffon, lace and satin creations full of glitz and glamour.


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Little Black Dress and Black-Tie Gowns

Black Textured Jersey Short Sleeve Dress with Tie Front
Black Textured Jersey Short Sleeve Dress with Tie Front
Chesca

£115.00

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GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Laurel Floral Devore Print Black Midi Dress
GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Laurel Floral Devore Print Black Midi Dress
Coast UK & IE

£105.00

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Coast Women's Square Neck Velvet Sequin Long Sleeve Black Maxi Dress
Coast Women's Square Neck Velvet Sequin Long Sleeve Black Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£104.25

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James Lakeland Women's Maxi Wave Hem Black Dress
James Lakeland Women's Maxi Wave Hem Black Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £199.00

£99.50

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Ivory/Black Floral Scribble Print Panelled Jersey Dress
Ivory/Black Floral Scribble Print Panelled Jersey Dress
Chesca

£99.00

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Phase Eight Women's Aida Black Shift Dress
Phase Eight Women's Aida Black Shift Dress
Coast UK & IE

£99.00

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Karen Millen Women's Plus Size Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Karen Millen Women's Plus Size Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£97.30

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Karen Millen Women's Petite Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Karen Millen Women's Petite Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£97.30

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Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£97.30

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Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Lime
Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Lime
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£97.30

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Coast Women's Feather Shoulder Detail V Neck Satin Black Maxi Dress
Coast Women's Feather Shoulder Detail V Neck Satin Black Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £129.00

£96.75

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Coast Women's Corset Detail Twill Black Maxi Dress
Coast Women's Corset Detail Twill Black Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £129.00

£96.75

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Sosandar Black Velvet Embellished Scoop Back Dress
Sosandar Black Velvet Embellished Scoop Back Dress
very.co.uk

£95.00

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Karen Millen Women's Petite Lace with black taping woven maxi dress in Lime
Karen Millen Women's Petite Lace with black taping woven maxi dress in Lime
Coast UK & IE

was: £129.00

£90.30

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Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping woven maxi dress in Lime
Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping woven maxi dress in Lime
Coast UK & IE

was: £129.00

£90.30

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Joe Browns Embroidered Boho Black Dress
Joe Browns Embroidered Boho Black Dress
very.co.uk

£90.00

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Coast Women's Asymmetric Neckline Scuba Crepe Black Tie Dress in Emerald
Coast Women's Asymmetric Neckline Scuba Crepe Black Tie Dress in Emerald
Coast UK & IE

was: £119.00

£89.25

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Coast Women's Asymmetric Neckline Scuba Crepe Black Tie Dress in Red
Coast Women's Asymmetric Neckline Scuba Crepe Black Tie Dress in Red
Coast UK & IE

was: £119.00

£89.25

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GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Coleen Black Velvet Maxi Dress
GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Coleen Black Velvet Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £110.00

£82.50

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Coast Women's Slash Neck Black Maxi Dress
Coast Women's Slash Neck Black Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £179.00

£82.50

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Yumi Women's Black Sequin Midi Wrap Dress With Split Hemline & Long Sleeves
Yumi Women's Black Sequin Midi Wrap Dress With Split Hemline & Long Sleeves
Coast UK & IE

was: £90.00

£81.00

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GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Cowley Black Lace & Dobby Mesh Maxi Dress
GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Cowley Black Lace & Dobby Mesh Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £103.00

£77.25

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Latte/Black Abstract Floral Print Sleeveless High-Low Jersey Dress
Latte/Black Abstract Floral Print Sleeveless High-Low Jersey Dress
Chesca

£77.00

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Quiz Women's Black Diamante Bodycon Midi Dress
Quiz Women's Black Diamante Bodycon Midi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £89.99

£76.50

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Little Mistress Women's Black Embellished Maxi Dress
Little Mistress Women's Black Embellished Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £105.00

£75.00

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AX Paris Women's Black Sparkle & Sequin Long Sleeve Wrap Midi Dress
AX Paris Women's Black Sparkle & Sequin Long Sleeve Wrap Midi Dress
Coast UK & IE

£75.00

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AX Paris Women's Black Metallic Sequin Halter Neck Knot Skirt Midi Dress
AX Paris Women's Black Metallic Sequin Halter Neck Knot Skirt Midi Dress
Coast UK & IE

£75.00

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Coast Women's Draped Bardot Corset Satin Black Maxi Dress
Coast Women's Draped Bardot Corset Satin Black Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £99.00

£74.25

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Little Mistress Women's Black Bardot Rosette Midi Dress
Little Mistress Women's Black Bardot Rosette Midi Dress
Coast UK & IE

£74.00

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GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Cece Black Velvet Midi Dress
GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Cece Black Velvet Midi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £85.00

£72.25

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Black/Pink Orchid Print Mesh Maxi Dress with Beaded Neckline
Black/Pink Orchid Print Mesh Maxi Dress with Beaded Neckline
Chesca

£295.00

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Frank Lyman Black/White & Grey Dress Style - 95114U - Basics Collection (8)
Frank Lyman Black/White & Grey Dress Style - 95114U - Basics Collection (8)
Amazon.co.uk

£259.00

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James Lakeland Women's Black Sculpted Maxi Dress
James Lakeland Women's Black Sculpted Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £299.00

£209.30

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James Lakeland Women's Black Flower Cotton Dress
James Lakeland Women's Black Flower Cotton Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £289.00

£202.30

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Black Stretch Velvet Drape Dress with Chiffon Trim
Black Stretch Velvet Drape Dress with Chiffon Trim
Chesca

£195.00

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Teal/Black Château Jardin Cowl Neck Velvet Devore Bubble Dress
Teal/Black Château Jardin Cowl Neck Velvet Devore Bubble Dress
Chesca

£195.00

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Black Stretch Velvet Drape Dress with Button Placket-LIMITED EDITION
Black Stretch Velvet Drape Dress with Button Placket-LIMITED EDITION
Chesca

£195.00

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Gina Bacconi Angie Black Cocktail Dress
Gina Bacconi Angie Black Cocktail Dress
Frasers

£190.00

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Striking Black & Cobalt Swirl Stripe Jersey Drape Dress with Button Placket
Striking Black & Cobalt Swirl Stripe Jersey Drape Dress with Button Placket
Chesca

£185.00

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Black Notch Neck Zip Front Ponte Roma Balloon Dress
Black Notch Neck Zip Front Ponte Roma Balloon Dress
Chesca

£185.00

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Black Chiffon Multi Tiered Dress With Diamante Detail
Black Chiffon Multi Tiered Dress With Diamante Detail
Chesca

£175.00

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Black Lily Printed Chiffon Multi Layer Dress
Black Lily Printed Chiffon Multi Layer Dress
Chesca

£168.00

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Glamorous Black Tiered Chiffon Dress with Asymmetric Neckline and Diamanté Shoulder Detail
Glamorous Black Tiered Chiffon Dress with Asymmetric Neckline and Diamanté Shoulder Detail
Chesca

£165.00

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James Lakeland Women's Draped Maxi Black Dress
James Lakeland Women's Draped Maxi Black Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £199.00

£159.20

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Black Bias Cut Crepe Chiffon Dress
Black Bias Cut Crepe Chiffon Dress
Chesca

£155.00

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Floral Noir Black/Red Floral Print Button Front Dress - Black Friday Promotion
Floral Noir Black/Red Floral Print Button Front Dress - Black Friday Promotion
Chesca

£147.00

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Black/Multi Crepe de Chine Jacquard Floral Split Front V Neck Dress
Black/Multi Crepe de Chine Jacquard Floral Split Front V Neck Dress
Chesca

£145.00

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Little Mistress Women's Black Tiered Ruffle One Shoulder Sequin Maxi Dress
Little Mistress Women's Black Tiered Ruffle One Shoulder Sequin Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £164.00

£140.15

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James Lakeland Women's Black Sleeveless Gathered Maxi Dress
James Lakeland Women's Black Sleeveless Gathered Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £199.00

£139.30

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Mint Velvet Black Placement Printed Dress
Mint Velvet Black Placement Printed Dress
very.co.uk

£130.00

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James Lakeland Women's Black-Cream Polka Dot Dress in Black
James Lakeland Women's Black-Cream Polka Dot Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £185.00

£129.50

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Coast Women's Pearl Embellished Cap Sleeve Column Black Maxi Dress
Coast Women's Pearl Embellished Cap Sleeve Column Black Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £199.00

£129.35

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Black Plissé Mock Jacket Dress
Black Plissé Mock Jacket Dress
Chesca

£129.00

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Black/Multi Bohemian-Inspired Tiered Tunic Dress
Black/Multi Bohemian-Inspired Tiered Tunic Dress
Chesca

£120.00

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Black Textured Jersey Short Sleeve Dress with Tie Front
Black Textured Jersey Short Sleeve Dress with Tie Front
Chesca

£115.00

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GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Laurel Floral Devore Print Black Midi Dress
GWD by GEORGE W. DAVIES Women's Laurel Floral Devore Print Black Midi Dress
Coast UK & IE

£105.00

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Coast Women's Square Neck Velvet Sequin Long Sleeve Black Maxi Dress
Coast Women's Square Neck Velvet Sequin Long Sleeve Black Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£104.25

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James Lakeland Women's Maxi Wave Hem Black Dress
James Lakeland Women's Maxi Wave Hem Black Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £199.00

£99.50

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Iris Bow Black Jacquard White Embroidered Collar Midi Dress
Iris Bow Black Jacquard White Embroidered Collar Midi Dress
JOY

£99.00

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Phase Eight Women's Aida Black Shift Dress
Phase Eight Women's Aida Black Shift Dress
Coast UK & IE

£99.00

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Ivory/Black Floral Scribble Print Panelled Jersey Dress
Ivory/Black Floral Scribble Print Panelled Jersey Dress
Chesca

£99.00

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Karen Millen Women's Plus Size Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Karen Millen Women's Plus Size Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£97.30

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Karen Millen Women's Petite Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Karen Millen Women's Petite Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£97.30

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Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Taupe
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£97.30

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Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Lime
Karen Millen Women's Lace with black taping long sleeve woven maxi dress in Lime
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£97.30

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Coast Women's Feather Shoulder Detail V Neck Satin Black Maxi Dress
Coast Women's Feather Shoulder Detail V Neck Satin Black Maxi Dress
Coast UK & IE

was: £129.00

£96.75

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BALENCIAGA Suspend Shirt Dress - Black
BALENCIAGA Suspend Shirt Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £1,550.00

£469.00

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OFF WHITE Women's Maxi Dress - Black
OFF WHITE Women's Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £1,550.00

£469.00

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RABANNE Short Gathered Dress - Black
RABANNE Short Gathered Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £1,490.00

£449.00

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OFF WHITE Women's Flower Long Dress with Embroidered Design - Black
OFF WHITE Women's Flower Long Dress with Embroidered Design - Black
Frasers

was: £1,475.00

£449.00

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OFF WHITE Women's Slinky Dress - Black
OFF WHITE Women's Slinky Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £2,085.00

£419.00

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OFF WHITE Women's Ruffle Dress - Black
OFF WHITE Women's Ruffle Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £830.00

£419.00

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OFF WHITE Women's Asymmetrical Dress - Black
OFF WHITE Women's Asymmetrical Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £4,125.00

£419.00

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OFF WHITE Women's Maxi Dress - Black
OFF WHITE Women's Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £1,399.99

£419.00

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Karen Millen Women's Crystal Applique Woven Maxi Dress in Black
Karen Millen Women's Crystal Applique Woven Maxi Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £589.00

£412.30

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LK BENNETT Velvet Scoop Neck Contrast Fringing Midi Dress Black Mix
LK BENNETT Velvet Scoop Neck Contrast Fringing Midi Dress Black Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£399.00

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Karen Millen Women's Premium Beaded Embellished Woven Midaxi Cape Dress in Black
Karen Millen Women's Premium Beaded Embellished Woven Midaxi Cape Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £549.00

£384.30

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16ARLINGTON Ava Dress - Black
16ARLINGTON Ava Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £1,235.00

£379.00

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OFF WHITE Women's Slinky Slip Dress - Black
OFF WHITE Women's Slinky Slip Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £1,875.00

£379.00

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Karen Millen Women's Plus Size Crystal Embellished Applique Woven Maxi Dress in Black
Karen Millen Women's Plus Size Crystal Embellished Applique Woven Maxi Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £529.00

£370.30

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Gina Bacconi Marie-Claire Floral Mesh Maxi Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi Marie-Claire Floral Mesh Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers

£350.00

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Gina Bacconi Keira 3D Flower Maxi Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi Keira 3D Flower Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers

£350.00

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LK BENNETT Chiffon Frill Detail Midaxi Shirt Dress Black
LK BENNETT Chiffon Frill Detail Midaxi Shirt Dress Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£349.00

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LK BENNETT V-Neck Lace Belted Midi Waisted Dress Black
LK BENNETT V-Neck Lace Belted Midi Waisted Dress Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£349.00

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OFF WHITE Women's Maxi Dress - Black
OFF WHITE Women's Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £1,650.00

£329.00

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DAVID KOMA Bow Slit Midi Dress - Black
DAVID KOMA Bow Slit Midi Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £1,605.00

£329.00

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Karen Millen Women's Floral Applique Embellished Metallic Georgette Woven Maxi Dress in Black
Karen Millen Women's Floral Applique Embellished Metallic Georgette Woven Maxi Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £449.00

£314.30

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Karen Millen Women's Petite Floral Applique Embellished Metallic Georgette Woven Maxi Dress in Black
Karen Millen Women's Petite Floral Applique Embellished Metallic Georgette Woven Maxi Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £449.00

£314.30

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LOVESHACKFANCY Ferra Maxi Dress - Black
LOVESHACKFANCY Ferra Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £615.00

£309.00

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Elie Tahari Women's Bryndal Dress, Black, 6
Elie Tahari Women's Bryndal Dress, Black, 6
Amazon.co.uk

£300.83

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LK BENNETT Crepe Spot Print V-Neck Waisted Dress Black Mix
LK BENNETT Crepe Spot Print V-Neck Waisted Dress Black Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£299.00

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Gina Bacconi May Floral Midi Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi May Floral Midi Dress - Black
Frasers

£299.00

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ST. AGNI Women's Cutout A-Line Dress - Black
ST. AGNI Women's Cutout A-Line Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £425.00

£299.00

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Karen Millen Women's Petite Crystal Embellished Peplum Bandeau Pencil Midi Dress in Black
Karen Millen Women's Petite Crystal Embellished Peplum Bandeau Pencil Midi Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £419.00

£293.30

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Adrianna Papell Women's Halter Bead Godet Dress in Black
Adrianna Papell Women's Halter Bead Godet Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £299.00

£284.05

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Karen Millen Women's Petite Premium Mirrored Crystal Embellished Woven Prom Dress in Black
Karen Millen Women's Petite Premium Mirrored Crystal Embellished Woven Prom Dress in Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £399.00

£279.30

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NORMA KAMALI Women's Maxi Dress - Black
NORMA KAMALI Women's Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £395.00

£279.00

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BAUKJEN Floral Round Neck Pleated Maxi Tiered Dress Black Mix
BAUKJEN Floral Round Neck Pleated Maxi Tiered Dress Black Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£269.00

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LOVESHACKFANCY Rinwell Rhinestone Bow Dress - Black
LOVESHACKFANCY Rinwell Rhinestone Bow Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £525.00

£269.00

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Gina Bacconi Sky Velvet Dress With Sheer Sleeves - Black
Gina Bacconi Sky Velvet Dress With Sheer Sleeves - Black
Frasers

£260.00

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Gina Bacconi Sabrina Jersey Ruffle Neck Maxi Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi Sabrina Jersey Ruffle Neck Maxi Dress - Black
Frasers

£260.00

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Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress - Black
Frasers

£260.00

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For after dark chic the little black dress is irresistible. Its star quality styling and slimming shade never fail to attract. Whether it’s trendy and short or an elegant maxi you can be sure of feeling fabulous. Coast is home to an impressive selection of black evening gowns for all ages.

Chesca, Jacques Vert and Gina Bacconi offer a traditional take on the LBD also available in plus sizes. Here you will find sophisticated evening gowns for Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom.  For a contemporary edge, there’s Reiss, Phase Eight and L.K. Bennett with modern bandage black and white illusion dresses. The little black dress can take on many forms. You can play safe with simple embellished accents or take things to the next level. A slimming black dress that fits and flatters will serve you well for many star events. Inject some drama with a full-on colour block palette. Or if not so bold accessorise with eye-catching sandals to break up the look.

Ariella is home to stunning red carpet gowns as well as shimmering cocktail dresses. Dress to impress in body-defining dresses in beaded silk, chiffon, and lace. New collections are event ready to build perfect outfits for every occasion. Come alive after dark in floor-skimming sequin gowns. features include an alluring mesh yoke and sheer long sleeves for elegant arm coverage.

For a little more daring there are strapless black stretch duchess satin dresses. These come with silk organza ruffles, graduated hem, sweetheart neckline and open back. For a real show-stopper, halter neck dresses with a fishtail skirt will hug the body beautifully. Black with silver or gold foiled lace detailing adds that extra glimmer.

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.

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