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  • Naida Elegant Contour One Shoulder Ruched Crystal Maxi Dress by Bella Barnett
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    naida elegant contour one shoulder ruched crystal maxi dress by bella barnett

    ​ NOTE: THIS PRODUCT SHIPS FROM OUR PARTNER’S WAREHOUSE. DELIVERY MAY TAKE 7–14 DAYS.​Stretch at the bust, waist and hips allows our garments to fit your body shape gracefully. Model wearing size S Model Stats: Height - 69.2"/176cm Bust - 33.8"/86cm Hips - 36.6"/93cm Waist...
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  • Luysa Elegant Contour One Shoulder Ruched Knit Black Maxi Dress by Bella Barnett
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    luysa elegant contour one shoulder ruched knit black maxi dress by bella barnett

    NOTE: THIS PRODUCT SHIPS FROM OUR PARTNER’S WAREHOUSE. DELIVERY MAY TAKE 7–14 DAY​Knitwear has high elasticity. It should be stored flat and folded, not hung, to prevent the garment from stretching out of shape. It is recommended to wash it gently and avoid friction...
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  • One Shoulder Blazer Dress In Lilac by Chi Chi London
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    one shoulder blazer dress in lilac 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...
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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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  • 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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  • V Neck Tie Shoulder Midi Dress In Sage by Chi Chi London
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    v neck tie shoulder midi dress in sage 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: Short Midi. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 105cm. I sit just...
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  • Long Sleeve Bodycon Mini Dress In Blue by Chi Chi London
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    long sleeve bodycon mini 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: Mini. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 90cm. I sit...
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  • Keira White Halterneck Backless Maxi Dress by Honor Gold
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    keira white halterneck backless maxi dress by honor gold

    The Keira Maxi is a modern reimagining of one of our most iconic silhouettes. Cut from our soft stretch jersey, this halterneck maxi features a plunging neckline, flattering ruching through the waist, and an open tie-back detail.
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  • One Shoulder Embroidered Bodice Midi Dress In Purple by Chi Chi London
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    one shoulder embroidered bodice midi dress in purple 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...
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  • Corset Style Floral Bodycon Dress In Blue by Chi Chi London
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    corset style floral bodycon dress in blue by chi chi london

    CORSET STYLE FLORAL BODYCON MINI DRESS Floral Print Corset Effect Bodycon Fit Midi Length Product Code: 71369GNMaterial: 100% Polyester
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  • Asymmetric Halter Neck Bodycon Mini Dress In Blue by Chi Chi London
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    asymmetric halter neck bodycon mini 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: Mini. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 90cm. I sit...
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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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  • Plus Size One Shoulder Cut Out Mini Dress In Pink by Chi Chi London
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    plus size one shoulder cut out mini dress in pink by chi chi london

    Fit: Plus Size. Designed for those size 18 and above, our Plus Size pieces are made with you in mind, featuring flattering fabrics and cuts to ensure you look and feel your best.Length: Mini. Size 18 wearing length from side neck point = 95cm....
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  • Off The Shoulder Draped Sleeve Maxi Dress With Diamante Neckline - Navy Blue by Goddiva
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    off the shoulder draped sleeve maxi dress with diamante neckline - navy blue by goddiva

    The Goddiva Off The Shoulder Draped Sleeve Maxi Dress in Navy Blue is the epitome of sophistication and glamour. Featuring a stunning diamante embellished neckline, this dress instantly adds a touch of sparkle to your evening wardrobe. The plunging v-neckline enhances the dramatic off-the-shoulder...
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  • Demere Chic Contour Fringe Bandage Maxi Dress by Bella Barnett
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    demere chic contour fringe bandage maxi dress by bella barnett

    ​ NOTE: THIS PRODUCT SHIPS FROM OUR PARTNER’S WAREHOUSE. DELIVERY MAY TAKE 7–14 DAYS.​This item is made with bandage stretch fabric combined with a hot stamping process. The fabric has a high degree of fit and a certain shaping effect. The hot stamping layer is...
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  • Acetate Halter Neck Dress by Pink Vanilla
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    acetate halter neck dress by pink vanilla

    Are you looking for a clubbing 'fit? We got you covered! Add this Acetate Halter Neck Dress to your cart and get on the dancefloor all night. 95% Polyester, 5% ElastaneMade in MoroccoTie fastening at the neckHalter necklineSleevelessColour May Transfer, Wash With Similar Colours,...
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  • Diamante Lace Tie Side Bodycon Dress by Pink Vanilla
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    diamante lace tie side bodycon dress by pink vanilla

    Show off your body in this curve enhancing little diamante dress, babe. The lace material will give you a fancy feeling while staying on trend with an adjustable drop draping. Complete the look with silver accessories. 95% Polyester, 5% ElastaneMade in the UKUnfastenedAsymmetric necklineSleevelessMachine...
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  • Multi Stripe Bandeau Dress by Pink Vanilla
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    multi stripe bandeau dress by pink vanilla

    Get ready for your next summer holiday with this Multi Stripe Bandeau Dress by Pink Vanilla.     95% Polyester, 5% ElastaneMade in the UKUnfastenedBandeau necklineSleevelessMachine Wash At 30 Degrees, Do Not Bleach, Do Not Tumble Dry, Cool Iron On Reverse, Do Not Dry...
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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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  • Brown Animal Mesh Stretch Mini Dress by Gini London
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    brown animal mesh stretch mini dress by gini london

    Indulge in luxury with our Brown Animal Mesh Stretch Mini Dress. Made with premium materials, this dress offers a perfect fit and alluring style. The unique animal mesh pattern adds a touch of sophistication and elevates your look. Perfect for a night out or...
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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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