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  • Long Sleeve Corset Style Satin Mini Dress In Green by Chi Chi London
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    long sleeve corset style satin mini dress in green by chi chi london

    ​Fit: Main Collection. Designed and crafted to ensure you feel beautiful, confident and desired, each piece in our Chi Chi collection is uniquely designed in-house to complement you and your style.​Length: Mini. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 90cm. I sit just above...
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  • Long Sleeve Corset Style Satin Mini Dress In Black by Chi Chi London
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    long sleeve corset style satin mini dress in black by chi chi london

    Fit: Main Collection. Designed and crafted to ensure you feel beautiful, confident and desired, each piece in our Chi Chi collection is uniquely designed in-house to complement you and your style.Length: Mini. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 90cm. I sit just above...
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  • Off Shoulder Satin Midi Dress by Double Second
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    off shoulder satin midi dress by double second

    This luxurious satin midi dress boasts an off-shoulder frill design with adjustable straps and an elasticated waist.100% Polyester. Wash at 30. Model wears an 8
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  • Navy Floral Clipped Tiered Ruffle Midi Dress by Gini London
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    navy floral clipped tiered ruffle midi dress by gini london

    Say hello to this must-have floral ruffle midi dress which is perfect for every occasion. If you have an invitation to your fave doll's wedding then this midi dress ticks all the dress code boxes. With a big floral print, ruffle neckline detailing, how...
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  • Ruffle Bardot Satin Mini Dress In Pink by Chi Chi London
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    ruffle bardot satin mini dress in pink by chi chi london

    ​Fit: Main Collection. Designed and crafted to ensure you feel beautiful, confident and desired, each piece in our Chi Chi collection is uniquely designed in-house to complement you and your style.​Length: Mini. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 90cm. I sit just above...
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  • Bardot Lace Midi Crochet Dress In Blue by Chi Chi London
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    bardot lace midi crochet dress in blue by chi chi london

    Fit: Main Collection. Designed and crafted to ensure you feel beautiful, confident and desired, each piece in our Chi Chi collection is uniquely designed in-house to complement you and your style.Length: Midi. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 115cm. I sit mid to...
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  • Bardot Off-Shoulder Maxi Dress In Mink by Chi Chi London
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    bardot off-shoulder maxi dress in mink by chi chi london

    BARDOT MAXI DRESS Sweetheart Bardot neckline Draped shoulder detail Back zip fastening Fits true to size Evening maxi length Model wears a size 8/ EU 36/ US 4 and is 5'8" tall
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  • Bardot Wrap Satin Maxi Dress In Blue by Chi Chi London
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    bardot wrap satin maxi dress in blue by chi chi london

    MAXI BRIDESMAID DRESS Cami straps Sweetheart neckline Maxi length Satin finish Product Code: 53195BLMaterial: 100% Polyester
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  • Pink Animal Print Square Neck Viscose Midi Dress by Gini London
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    pink animal print square neck viscose midi dress by gini london

    Elevate your style with our Pink Animal Print Square Neck Viscose Midi Dress. The vibrant pink and bold animal print will make you stand out in any occasion. Made with soft and breathable viscose material, this dress offers both comfort and style. Perfect for...
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  • Off The Shoulder Frill Detail Midi Dress In Yellow by Chi Chi London
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    off the shoulder frill detail midi dress in yellow by chi chi london

    ​Fit: Main Collection. Designed and crafted to ensure you feel beautiful, confident and desired, each piece in our Chi Chi collection is uniquely designed in-house to complement you and your style.​Length: Longline Midi. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 125cm. I sit at...
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  • Off Shoulder Printed Chiffon Dress by Double Second
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    off shoulder printed chiffon dress by double second

    This long floral print maxi dress is suited for casual weekends, your summer work wardrobe or your next city break. It boasts an off-shoulder design with adjustable straps and an elasticated waist. It also features a flowy chiffon skirt and is lined. Off shoulderMaxi dressChiffon...
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  • Off Shoulder Satin Chiffon Dress by Double Second
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    off shoulder satin chiffon dress by double second

    This long satin floral print maxi dress is suited for casual weekends, your summer work wardrobe or your next city break. It boasts an off-shoulder design with adjustable straps and an elasticated waist. It also features a flowy satin skirt and is lined. Off...
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  • Drape Brooch Detailing Ruched Maxi Dress by Blue Vanilla
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    drape brooch detailing ruched maxi dress by blue vanilla

    This stunning off the shoulder drape dress combines timeless elegance with modern design element with it's interlock detailing. Complete the look with an elegant updo and minimal jewellery to showcase the dress's stunning neckline.     96% Polyester, 4% Elastane   Made in UK  ...
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  • Bardot Twill Fit And Flare Dress In Pink by Chi Chi London
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    bardot twill fit and flare dress in pink by chi chi london

    ​Fit: Main Collection. Designed and crafted to ensure you feel beautiful, confident and desired, each piece in our Chi Chi collection is uniquely designed in-house to complement you and your style.​Length: Midi. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 115cm. I sit mid to...
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  • Bardot Lace Dress by Double Second
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    bardot lace dress by double second

    This lace bardot dress is perfect for fancy occasions such as weddings or a glamourous date night out. This fully lined dress features a show-stopping guipure lace overlay in a fitted silhouette. It is midi length and finished with Double Second branded zip fastening...
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  • Off Shoulder Printed Chiffon Dress by Double Second
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    off shoulder printed chiffon dress by double second

    This long floral print maxi dress is suited for casual weekends, your summer work wardrobe or your next city break. It boasts an off-shoulder design with adjustable straps and an elasticated waist. It also features a flowy chiffon skirt and is lined. Off shoulder,...
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  • Off Shoulder Printed Chiffon Dress by Double Second
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    off shoulder printed chiffon dress by double second

    This long floral print maxi dress is suited for casual weekends, your summer work wardrobe or your next city break. It boasts an off-shoulder design with adjustable straps and an elasticated waist. It also features a flowy chiffon skirt and is lined. Off shoulder,...
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  • Ditsy Off The Shoulder Mini Dress by Pink Vanilla
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    ditsy off the shoulder mini dress by pink vanilla

    This season, we got you the perfect, delicate and fun mini dress for any party. Featuring a boning structure, off the shoulder neckline and lace hem, it's time to slay, queen. 100% CottonMade in ChinaBack zip fasteningSquare necklineFrill off the shoulder strapsWash With Similar...
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  • Ezrah Royal Blue Off The Shoulder Wrap Midi Dress by Honor Gold
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    ezrah royal blue off the shoulder wrap midi dress by honor gold

    DESCRIPTION Ezrah Midi is the perfect royal blue dress, if your off to a wedding, or ladies day at the races, or dinner on holiday, this dress works so well for many occasions. Crafted in our premium soft touch jersey Top is cut with...
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  • Bardot Off The Shoulder Dress by Blue Vanilla
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    bardot off the shoulder dress by blue vanilla

    Summer in a dress, this vibrant bardot mini dress is made for summer holidays. Team with a straw bag and sandals for the perfect vacay kind of look.  80% Viscose, 20% Nylon    Made in China    Machine washableBardot necklineShort frill sleeveUnfastened    Model...
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Cocktail Dresses for Every Occasion

Party, Dinner & Going Out

A cocktail party dress sits in the space between casual and formal, confident enough for a smart dinner, relaxed enough for a birthday celebration, and versatile enough for a going-out occasion where a more formal gown would feel overdressed. A cocktail dress for a dinner party typically falls at midi or knee length in a quality fabric — flattering, considered, and appropriate across most settings. Browse our party dresses for styles that sit alongside this collection for going-out occasions.

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Evening, Formal & Black-Tie

Formal cocktail dresses and evening cocktail gowns occupy the most considered end of the spectrum, structured silhouettes, elevated fabrics, and a finish that reads as genuinely polished at black-tie events, galas, and corporate evenings. A cocktail gown in sequin, satin, or velvet carries the weight of a formal occasion without requiring a full-length silhouette. Explore our evening dresses for formal styles that complement this collection for black-tie settings.

Wedding Guest & Special Occasions

Elegant cocktail dresses for weddings are one of the most reliable choices for UK wedding guests; midi or knee-length styles in quality fabrics meet most dress codes without overpowering the occasion. For summer weddings and garden ceremonies in particular, a cocktail dress strikes exactly the right balance between occasion-appropriate and relaxed. Browse our wedding guest dresses for occasion-specific styles within this edit, and our occasion dresses for the full formal range.

Find Your Cocktail Dress Style

  • Midi cocktail dress:  The most versatile length in the collection — a midi dress in cocktail styling works across every formality level, flatters most body shapes, and reads as genuinely considered for both daytime and evening occasions.
  • Mini cocktail dress:  A confident, contemporary choice for parties and going-out occasions — a mini length amplifies the impact of the cut and fabric, working best in bold colours or quality sequin finishes.
  • Long cocktail dress:  For events that call for a longer silhouette without the formality of a full ball gown — elegant, statement-making, and particularly strong for galas and formal evening events.
  • Bodycon cocktail dress:  Form-fitting and confident — a bodycon cocktail style is the most direct statement in the collection, working best in quality fabrics that move well and hold their shape through the evening.
  • Black cocktail dress:  The most universally reliable choice — a black cocktail dress works across every occasion, every dress code, and every season. Available across midi, mini, and long lengths throughout the Goddiva edit.
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FAQs – Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail attire is a semi-formal dress code — more considered than smart-casual but less formal than black-tie. A cocktail dress typically falls at midi or knee length and is appropriate for dinner parties, galas, weddings as a guest, corporate events, and upscale celebrations. The key is a quality fabric and a considered silhouette that reads as polished without being overly formal.
Yes. Elegant cocktail dresses for weddings are one of the most popular choices for UK wedding guests — a midi or knee-length style in satin, lace, or structured fabric meets most dress codes appropriately. For black-tie weddings, a longer cocktail gown or formal style from the evening edit is the stronger choice. Avoid white and ivory out of courtesy to the couple.
A midi length — falling between the knee and ankle — is the most versatile cocktail dress length, appropriate across every dress code from smart-casual to black-tie. A knee-length style is the more traditional cocktail choice for formal events. Long cocktail dresses suit evening galas and occasions where a longer silhouette is expected, but a full ball gown would be excessive.
Yes. Goddiva’s cocktail dresses collection includes a full range of plus-size styles across every silhouette — midi, mini, bodycon, and long — in sizes 16–26. All styles are designed with the same attention to fabric and fit as the main collection, with silhouettes that work consistently across the full size range.

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