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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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  • Floral Print Midi Dress With Short Sleeve by Urban Touch
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    floral print midi dress with short sleeve by urban touch

    Floral Print Midi Dress with Short SleeveWith a flattering round neckline and short sleeves, it is a care-free option for daytime dressing. It wears well with a pair of sleek heels to help you stand out at your next special occasion.
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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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  • One-Shoulder Satin Maxi Dress In Wine by Chi Chi London
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    one-shoulder satin maxi dress in wine 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: Evening Maxi. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 155cm. I rest...
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  • Tie Lace Dress by Pink Vanilla
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    tie lace dress by pink vanilla

    Show off your body in this curve enanching mini dress, babe. The lace material will give you a fancy feeling while staying on trend with an adjustable drop draping. Complete the look with gold accessories. 95% Polyester, 5% ElastaneMade in the UKUnfastenedAsymmetric necklineSleevelessMachine Wash...
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  • Scarf Detail Slinky Dress by Pink Vanilla
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    scarf detail slinky dress by pink vanilla

    Occasionwear dress sorted for this season! Make an unforgettable entrance with this Chocker Scarf Detail Slinky Midi Dress. Featuring a scarf detail styled at the back, gathered side and slinky fabric, this LBD is your new way to go. Accessorise with gold jewellery and...
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  • Puff Sleeve Open-Back Mini Dress With Shorts by Pink Vanilla
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    puff sleeve open-back mini dress with shorts by pink vanilla

    Make a statement on your next night out with this mini dress from Pink Vanilla. The open back detail adds a touch of sexiness, perfect for a date or a club on the beach, every event where you want to turn heads. Style it...
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  • Two Buckle Jersey Dress by Pink Vanilla
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    two buckle jersey dress by pink vanilla

    We found the perfect occasionwear little dress of the season. This mini dress will give you a silhouette-enhancing figure and the gold buckles detail adds a distinct look to it. Finish off the look with gold jewellery and high heeled sandals. 80% Polyester, 20%...
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  • Black Cami Bodycon Slip Dress by Angeleye
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    black cami bodycon slip dress by angeleye

    A perfect blend of comfort & style is this Black Cami Bodycon Slip Dress by ANGELEYE, designed to hug your curves in all the right places. Crafted from a stretchy fabric, it combines elegance with effortless wearability, making it perfect for any occasion. Its...
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  • Strapless Folded Bust Satin Maxi Dress by Urban Touch
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    strapless folded bust satin maxi dress by urban touch

    Channel an elevated feminine allure in the Urban Touch Satin Maxi Dress. This strapless beauty features a folded bust detail, stunning open back feature with an elasticated strap and a scooped cowl finish. With an elegant, yet simplistic design, the Urban Touch Satin Maxi...
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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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  • Navy Mesh Bias Ruffled Midi Bandeau Dress by Angeleye
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    navy mesh bias ruffled midi bandeau dress by angeleye

    This sophisticated Navy Mesh Bias Ruffled Midi Bandeau Dress by ANGELEYE, designed to make a statement at any occasion. The elegant navy hue beautifully complements all skin tones, while the playful fringes add a touch of movement and flair. Featuring a back slit allowing...
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  • Jacquard Corset Style Ruched Midi Dress In Black by Chi Chi London
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    jacquard corset style ruched midi 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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  • Strapless Folded Bust Satin Maxi Dress by Urban Touch
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    strapless folded bust satin maxi dress by urban touch

    Channel an elevated feminine allure in the Urban Touch Satin Maxi Dress. This strapless beauty features a folded bust detail, stunning open back feature with an elasticated strap and a scooped cowl finish. With an elegant, yet simplistic design, the Urban Touch Satin Maxi...
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  • Thin Adjustable Straps Jacquard Bodycon Formal Evening Maxi Dress by Avinci
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    thin adjustable straps jacquard bodycon formal evening maxi dress by avinci

    Flatter Your Figure Effortlessly.With its body-hugging fit and luxurious textured finish, this dress is your go-to for weddings, formal dinners, or evening occasions where you want to feel your most confident.Product Description: Moderate stretch for comfort and movement The perfect blend of classic silhouette...
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  • One Shoulder Puff Sleeve Bodycon Mini Dress In Red by Chi Chi London
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    one shoulder puff sleeve bodycon mini dress in red 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: Knee Length. Size 8 wearing length from side neck point = 97cm. I sit just...
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  • One Shoulder Floral Print Jacquard Mini Dress In Silver by Chi Chi London
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    one shoulder floral print jacquard mini dress in silver 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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  • Velvet Sequin Wrap Dress by Double Second
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    velvet sequin wrap dress by double second

    This elegant long sleeve velvet sequin dress is perfect for a date night or a fancy dinner. With its timeless design, this dress ensures you make a memorable entrance at any special occasion. Sequin, Long sleeves, Midi dress, Wrap dress, Lined.Composition: Shell: 100% Polyester,...
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  • Strapless Folded Bust Satin Maxi Dress by Urban Touch
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    strapless folded bust satin maxi dress by urban touch

    Channel an elevated feminine allure in the Urban Touch Satin Maxi Dress. This strapless beauty features a folded bust detail, stunning open back feature with an elasticated strap and a scooped cowl finish. With an elegant, yet simplistic design, the Urban Touch Satin Maxi...
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  • Scuba Crepe Off-Shoulder Skater Dress by Blue Vanilla
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    scuba crepe off-shoulder skater dress by blue vanilla

    Step into sophistication wearing our off the shoulder, ruched skater dress. With it's floaty feel, and ruched detailing providing the perfect all round wedding look. Team with gold heels and a bag to match, along with accessories to finish off this elegant look.  96%...
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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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