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  • Glitter Velvet Cowl Neck Sheath Midi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    glitter velvet cowl neck sheath midi dress - black by goddiva

    Shimmer in the Goddiva Glitter Velvet Cowl Neck Sheath Midi Dress in Black, a show-stopping choice for nights out and special occasions. Designed with a chic one shoulder silhouette and sultry cowl neck, this luxurious black velvet dress hugs the figure with a flattering...
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  • Draped Shoulder Velvet Corset Midi Dress - Tealblue by Goddiva
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    draped shoulder velvet corset midi dress - tealblue by goddiva

    Unleash your inner fashionista with our Draped Shoulder Velvet Corset Midi Dress, an exquisite blend of style and allure that's perfect for any occasion. This  teal blue midi dress, featuring a captivating corset-style bodice, is designed to make your date night, party, or special occasion...
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  • Sequin Off The Shoulder Velvet Bow Midi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    sequin off the shoulder velvet bow midi dress - black by goddiva

    Glide into an evening of glamour with the Goddiva Sequin Off The Shoulder Velvet Bow Maxi Dress in Black. Designed with a plunging sweetheart neckline and chic off the shoulder style, this dress exudes sultry sophistication. Velvet bows sit elegantly on the shoulders, adding...
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  • Crochet Velvet Wrap Midi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    crochet velvet wrap midi dress - black by goddiva

    The Goddiva Crochet Velvet Wrap Midi Dress in Black is a sophisticated update on the classic little black dress. Featuring a chic wrap-style V-neckline, this dress effortlessly flatters your figure while offering timeless elegance. The three-quarter sleeves are adorned with intricate crochet velvet lace...
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  • Glitter Velvet Cowl Neck Sheath Midi Dress - Wine by Goddiva
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    glitter velvet cowl neck sheath midi dress - wine by goddiva

    Goddiva Glitter Velvet Cowl Neck Sheath Midi Dress in Wine exudes effortless glamour for nights out and special occasions. Designed with an off the shoulder silhouette and one shoulder option, the dress features a sensual cowl neck and elasticated waist for a flattering feminine...
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  • Off The Shoulder Front Split Velvet Maxi Dress - Red by Goddiva
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    off the shoulder front split velvet maxi dress - red by goddiva

    Step into sophistication and allure with the Goddiva Off The Shoulder Front Split Velvet Maxi Dress in Red. This stunning piece exudes elegance with its soft plain velvet fabric, offering both comfort and style in every movement. The off-the-shoulder design creates a flattering neckline,...
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  • Off The Shoulder Mirror Foil Angel Wing Cape Maxi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    off the shoulder mirror foil angel wing cape maxi dress - black by goddiva

    Black just got a serious upgrade. The Goddiva Angel Wing Cape Maxi Dress fuses sleek black scuba with a showstopping bronze mirror foil cape, giving you that editorial, ultra-luxe energy that is impossible to ignore. Bardot styling frames the décolletage beautifully, while the off-the-shoulder...
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  • Square Neck Scalloped Crochet Sleeve Velvet Midi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    square neck scalloped crochet sleeve velvet midi dress - black by goddiva

    Effortlessly chic with a seductive edge, the Goddiva Square Neck Scalloped Crochet Sleeve Velvet Midi Dress in Black is a wardrobe must-have. Designed to flatter, the bodycon fit hugs in all the right places, while the square neckline and pleated detail add a chic,...
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  • Off The Shoulder Front Split Velvet Maxi Dress - Teal by Goddiva
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    off the shoulder front split velvet maxi dress - teal by goddiva

    Elevate your elegance with this Goddiva Off The Shoulder Front Split Velvet Maxi Dress in Teal. This striking design exudes sophistication and allure, offering a flattering off-the-shoulder silhouette that beautifully showcases your collarbones and shoulders. A delicate metal trim adorns the bust, adding a...
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  • Draped Shoulder Velvet Corset Midi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    draped shoulder velvet corset midi dress - black by goddiva

    Unleash your inner fashionista with our Draped Shoulder Velvet Corset Midi Dress, an exquisite blend of style and allure that's perfect for any occasion. This  black midi dress, featuring a captivating corset-style bodice, is designed to make your date night, party, or special occasion truly...
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  • Draped Shoulder Velvet Corset Midi Dress - Olive Green by Goddiva
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    ​Luxurious and effortlessly seductive, the Goddiva Draped Shoulder Velvet Corset Midi Dress in Olive Green is pure decadence. Designed to sculpt and flatter, the structured corset bodice with boning cinches the waist, while the draped off-the-shoulder detail adds a sultry, romantic touch. Cut from...
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  • Velvet Bardot Dobby Mesh A Line Maxi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    velvet bardot dobby mesh a line maxi dress - black by goddiva

    Feel effortlessly glamorous in the Goddiva Velvet Bardot Dobby Mesh A Line Maxi Dress in Black. Featuring an off the shoulder velvet bodice and a faux wrap detail, the dress offers a sultry silhouette that hugs the figure while remaining effortlessly chic. The A...
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  • Off Shoulder Hotfix Diamante Wing Velvet Maxi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    off shoulder hotfix diamante wing velvet maxi dress - black by goddiva

    Drape yourself in glamour with the Goddiva Off Shoulder Hotfix Diamante Wing Velvet Maxi Dress in Black. This stunning piece exudes sophistication and allure, perfect for unforgettable evenings. The luxurious black velvet hugs your curves in a sultry bodycon fit, while the off-shoulder design features...
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  • Scalloped Crochet & Velvet Midi Dress - Black by Goddiva
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    scalloped crochet & velvet midi dress - black by goddiva

    Sultry and sophisticated, the Goddiva Scalloped Crochet & Velvet Midi Dress in Black is the ultimate showstopper. A beautifully embroidered crochet bodice meets a luxe velvet skirt, creating a striking contrast that exudes elegance. The round neckline and three-quarter crochet sleeves with raw hems...
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  • Scalloped Lace & Velvet Maxi Dress - Burgundy by Goddiva
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    scalloped lace & velvet maxi dress - burgundy by goddiva

    Step into the world of timeless elegance with our Scalloped Lace & Velvet Maxi Dress, a perfect choice for glamorous evening occasions that demand a touch of sophistication. This burgundy dress is the epitome of class and grace, tailored for black tie events and grand...
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    Sequin Velvet Bandeau Maxi Dress - Emerald Green by Goddiva
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    sequin velvet bandeau maxi dress - emerald green by goddiva

    Goddiva are taking the maxi dresses to the max this season with this sequin velvet bandeau maxi dress! This delicious emerald evening dress is perfect for all this season has to offer. Whether its a formal work do, prom, black tie events or for...
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  • Shimmer Velvet Bardot Maxi Dress - Black Gold by Goddiva
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    shimmer velvet bardot maxi dress - black gold by goddiva

    The Goddiva Shimmer Velvet Bardot Maxi Dress in Black is a timeless choice for special occasions. With its elegant off-the-shoulder Bardot neckline and a figure-flattering mermaid hem, this dress exudes sophistication. The faux wrap neckline, complemented by pleats on the bodice, offers a confidence-boosting...
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  • Multi Sequin & Velvet Bardot Midi - Emerald Green by Goddiva
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    multi sequin & velvet bardot midi - emerald green by goddiva

    This season's hottest trend is all about sequins and velvet. The Multi Sequin & Velvet Bardot Midi combines the best of both worlds to create the perfect party piece. This beautiful and elegant green off the shoulder sequin midi party dress is for the...
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  • Multi Sequin & Velvet Bardot Maxi - Emerald Green by Goddiva
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    multi sequin & velvet bardot maxi - emerald green by goddiva

    This gorgeous maxi dress is crafted with a delicate combination of sequin and velvet, giving it just the right amount of sparkle. This beautiful and elegant green off the shoulder sequin maxi evening dress is perfect for the woman who loves to ooze elegance...
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    Draped Shoulder Velvet Corset Midi Dress - Wine by Goddiva
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    draped shoulder velvet corset midi dress - wine by goddiva

    ​Unleash your inner fashionista with our Draped Shoulder Velvet Corset Midi Dress, an exquisite blend of style and allure that's perfect for any occasion. This wine midi dress, featuring a captivating corset-style bodice, is designed to make your date night, party, or special occasion...
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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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