Evening Dresses

An evening out deserves a dress with presence. Our evening dresses suit dinners, galas, awards nights and black-tie events. Choose fitted pencil shapes, fishtail hems, rich lace or soft velvet. Sleeves range from off-shoulder to long. Each style is designed and made in England, cut to flatter and comfortable enough to last from drinks to the final dance.

Dress codes made simple

Evening invitations often carry a dress code. Here is a quick guide.

  • Black tie: a longer hem looks most formal. A refined knee or midi length can work at smaller events.
  • Cocktail: knee or midi length in a dressy fabric.
  • Smart dinner: a fitted pencil dress with heels is ideal.

If in doubt, ask the host. Dressing slightly up always feels better than dressing down.

Evening dresses in this collection

Lace brings texture and romance. Try the Kent Boned Lace Dress, the Ivana Lace Dress or the Kendall Lace Dress. Find more in our lace dresses.

For a dramatic hem, the Senne Three-quarter Sleeve Fishtail Dress and the Seed Brecon Fishtail Sleeved Dress flare at the knee. Browse more shapes in our fishtail dresses. The Eponine Midi Velvet Dress and the Dartington Asymmetrical Midi Dress offer longer, elegant lines. The Monet Mesh Pencil Dress adds a modern touch.

Fabrics with evening polish

Many styles here use Moss Crepe, which has a soft texture and a good drape. Bi-Stretch is smooth and resists creases. Couture Stretch skims the body gently. Ripple Crepe is light and comfortable for warm venues.

Each has stretch for comfort at the dinner table. Our size guide will help you find the right fit.

Finishing touches

A shawl or wrap is handy on a cool night. Read our guide: can you wear a shawl with a long sleeve dress? Pair a fitted dress with slim heels and a small clutch. Add sparkle through jewellery rather than the dress.

Our dresses are designed and made in England. Our fit comes from pattern-cutting skills honed since 1985, when we began in fashion and lingerie corsetry. Boned styles such as the Kent and the Fenella show that heritage most clearly. They give a smooth, supported shape that holds through a long evening.

Evening dress FAQs

Do you have long evening dresses?

Yes. Look for midi and longer length styles here, or browse our maxi dresses.

Can I wear black to an evening wedding?

In most cases, yes. Black is elegant at night. Add colour with your accessories if you want a softer feel.

What is the difference between evening and party dresses?

Evening dresses lean formal, for dinners and black tie. Our party dresses are more playful, with minis and bolder looks.

What sizes are available?

Most styles run from S (UK 10) to XXL (UK 18). Each product page lists the sizes in stock.

EU Right of Withdrawal

Under EU consumer law, customers may withdraw from their purchase within 14 days of delivery.

When submitting a return request, you may select Other as the return reason.

You do not need to provide a reason when exercising your EU withdrawal rights.

Returns are not available after 14 days from delivery.