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30 Nov These 2023 Party Dress Trends will Still Look Fabulous in 2024

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Tomorrow marks the first day of December, meaning the countdown to Christmas is on! Aside from the copious amount of food we intend to consume, movies we plan to watch snuggled in our PJs, and gifts we can’t wait to lavish loved ones with, our minds are firmly fixed on the exciting prospect of what to wear for all the festivities.

Whilst there are many ways one could go, a knock-em-dead party dress will always remain one of the simplest ways to wow over the festive period. If you’re going to make the effort to step outside in these frosty temperatures after all, you may as well use the excuse to go all-out. From the office holiday party to pre-Christmas tipples at the pub and epic New Year’s Eve celebrations (whether you intend to leave the comfort of your own home or not), these are the 2023 party dress trends that will still be big news in 2024. After all a great party dress is for life so you will want to be sure any new investment has mileage. These 7 2023 party dress trends are set to live on in 2024.

Party Dress Trends 2023 – Metallics

Silver has been the metallic of the month for a while now, but for SS24 gold is muscling in on the act too, so whichever shade you choose to shimmy in this festive season, you’ll be winning once the new season rolls around too.

Suspended from slender straps, Raey's gold slip dress is crafted in the UK from tactile devoré and falls to a floor-grazing hem.
RAEY Devoré maxi slip dress, £595

Raey’s tactile devoré maxi slip dress gives a liquid gold effect that is simply stunning.

Your new go-to dress for party season Aligne's maxi dress has long sleeves and a high neck and is Finished in a high-shine gunmetal grey hue. It's shaped for a slim, defined fit and maxi length with a high neck, fabricated waistband and split in cuff.
Aligne KELLY HIGH NECK MAXI BELTED DRESS, £179.00

Shimmering in silver is always appropriate, but now more than ever.

Aligne's Lily gold foiled high neck tiered dress is the statement-making dress of the festive season. Crafted from striking gold foil that cascades into a fluid silhouette and finished with design features such as a high neck, skinny waist tie belt and a tiered skirt.
Aligne LILY FOILED HIGH NECK TIERED DRESS, £185.00

Aligne has got you covered for seriously statement-making party dresses you will come back to again and again.

Raey's shimmering Disco dress is cut from a lightweight jersey and then adorned with mirrorwork embroidery, each hand-applied by skilled artisans in India. Shown here with: Maison Margiela Tabi 60mm split-toe leather slingback pumps
RAEY Disco mirror-embellished slip dress, £1,200

This has 60s It girl vibes all over it.

COS Atelier metallic flared slip maxi dress. Made from lustrous satin cloth it has a high-shine metallic coating that catches the light beautifully. Nodding to couture, it's lined with diaphanous georgette that lends volume and subtle structure. The pewter-silver hue is perfect for the festive party season.
COS Atelier THE METALLIC FLARED SLIP DRESS, £225

So elegant.

H&M Long, fitted dress in woven fabric with a sheen. Square neckline, spaghetti shoulder straps, a narrow cut at the top and a concealed zip at one side. Straight-cut hem. Partly lined.
H&M Maxi dress with a sheen, (£29.99) £24.00

This comes in sizes 4-22 and is selling fast. Such a snip.

You don't have to go floor-length to go big - Emilia Wickstead's 'Irma' mini dress has plenty of head-turning power. It's made from gold floral-brocade which gleams just like the real thing. The shape is simple but neat darts add a hint of definition.
EMILIA WICKSTEAD Irma metallic floral-brocade mini dress, £1,120

Regal. Pair with slingback points or patent Mary Janes.

By Anthropologie silver metallic foil midi dress with high cowl neck, fitted silhouette, midi hemline. Back zip fastening.
By Anthropologie Metallic Racerback Midi Dress, £98

I can see 00s Kate Moss in this slinky foil dress. Just add messed up hair, minimalist heels and a smoky eye.

Party Dresses 2023 – Sequins + Sparkle

From crystal-encrusted fringe at Gucci to metal fringes swooshing from the waist at Prada paired with crystal-embellished knitwear and eyelet studded cardigans, the sparkle came out swinging in Milan for SS24. And in London, 16Arlington shook things up for spring/summer 2024 with sheer “sequins” cut from translucent latex & polished silver metal. Razzle dazzle is not just for Christmas.

A contemporary solution to black-tie dress codes in an uncomplicated shift silhouette. This short-sleeved dress heroes a sequin embellishments that grant is a statement-making, slightly shimmering finish.
ME + Em Silk-Blend Velvet Sequin Mini Shift Dress Sequin Silk Blend, £325.00

Classic.

ROTATE BIRGER CHRISTENSEN Teal Green Sequined minidress with long balloon sleeves and a v-neck.
ROTATE BIRGER CHRISTENSEN Sequined minidress, £392

The colour!

Raey crafts this floor-sweeping this black crew-neck dress from sparkling lurex fabric, bringing a touch of after-dark glamour to the simple silhouette.
RAEY Crew-neck metallic lurex maxi dress, £495

If you’re not feeling full-on sequins, this metallic lurex maxi dress is one you will come back to again and again.

MAGDA BUTRYM dark red Floral-appliqué sequined minidress with self tie halter neck.
MAGDA BUTRYM Floral-appliqué sequined minidress, £1,450

There is a maxi spaghetti strap version of this dress, as well as a silver sequinned maxi. They are all dynamite, but this dark red mini gets my vote. See Ganni’s deep red sequinned maxi too.

Arket sequin-covered mini dress with an A-line silhouette and bell-shaped sleeves. This is a fully lined style with hook-and-eye closure at centre back.
Arket Sequin Mini Dress, £129

Awaiting restock on this perfect party dress. In the mean time H&M also have a great long sleeve sequinned mini dress that comes in sizes XS-4XL.

Ankle-length, fitted dress in sequined mesh with a V-shaped neckline and a sewn-in wrapover front with pleats at the waist for a gently draped effect. Long sleeves with a slit at the cuffs. Jersey lining.
H&M Sequined Maxi dress, (£54.99) £44.00

Tick off multiple trends at once with this sequinned maxi dress in timeless black, or on-point silver. It also comes in sizes XS-XXL.

Mango lilac sequinned mini dress with square neck and spaghetti straps.
Mango Short sequin dress, £49.99

Give your sequins a twist in this lilac/pink shade.

Oséree's maxi dress is sure to steal the spotlight at any event. It's made from black satin stitched with hundreds of light-catching sequins and trimmed with wispy feathers that shimmy as you move. When it comes to accessories, more is definitely more.
OSÉREE Feather-trimmed sequined satin maxi dress, £570

Feathers and sequins are a match made in heaven.

Party Dress Trends 2023 – Colour

If you’re not one for colour normally, you might be tempted by the rainbow of rather beautiful coloured dresses on offer right now. These brights work in any season.

Arket BRIGHT PINK Long-sleeve midi dress crafted from a flattering bias-cut viscose weave. Styled with darts at bust and buttoning at back. Babylock finishes at cuffs and bottom hem.
Arket Bias-Cut Midi Dress, £97

Punchy pink dresses are still a hot topic and this one is a great grown-up way to wear the shade. If you’re looking to splash a little cash, then take a look at this gorgeous AJE Rosewood ruched-chiffon maxi dress in head-turning highlighter pink. Reformation’s ES “strawberry wine” ruffled maxi dress is also sweet but sassy and comes in sizes 18-28.

Ganni's midi dress is made from crisp swathes of recycled -blend taffeta dyed in the Scandinavian label's 'sodalite' shade of blue.
GANNI Recycled-blend taffeta midi dress, £365

This is such a pretty party dress.

Designed to be fitted at bodice with a column skirt Reformation's deep green velvet maxi dress has a straight neckline and thin straps.
Reformation Frankie Velvet Dress Es, (£298) £223.50

Reformation’s Frankie dress also comes in black and sizes 18-28 as well as sizes 4-16.

Stockholm-based Acne Studios has a firmly established cult following thanks to its Scandinavian-cool aesthetic. This asymmetric-cut maxi dress has a low back and a cinched waist and is made from lightweight, semi-sheer velvet.
ACNE STUDIOS Asymmetric velvet maxi dress, £1,050

Acne Studios dress is ticking off multiple trends at once and will be fabulous in any season.

Crafted from elegantly structured taffeta, BERNADETTE's emerald-green Josselin dress has a sleek column silhouette and oversized draped bow at the asymmetric shoulder.
BERNADETTE Josselin bow one-shoulder taffeta maxi dress, £675

Make the other guests green with envy in this one-shoulder bow detail wonder.

& Other Stories Cowl-neck dress crafted from silk-like fabric. Designed with a draped neckline with an open draped back, traced with slender crisscrossing straps secured at the back with a straight flowy midi skirt.
& Other Stories Cowl-Neck Dress, £95

Pastels are big news for next season and this will look so cute with silver for the festive party season.

With voluminous tiers and a larger-than-life bow adorning the sweetheart neckline, this Atsu dress is primed for any special occasion in your diary.
Atsu Bow Maxi Dress, £198

Just in case you’re headed somewhere fancy, this dress has Quality Street vibes in a good way.

These 2022 Party Dress Trends will Still Look Fabulous in 2023..& Other Stories green Draped cowl neck midi dress crafted from soft jersey. Designed with an elegantly draped neckline and a gathered waist and hip, creating soft ruching that accentuates the figure, giving way to a flowy skirt.
& Other Stories Draped Cowl Neck Midi Dress, £85

A winner any time of year. Add an oversized blazer and hints of gold to this green-draped dream dress for the festive season.

Party Dresses 2023 – Red Dresses

One colour trend that couldn’t be more apt for the festive season, red is staying strong for spring/summer 2024 too. Show-stopping shades of chilli pepper showed up head-to-toe at Proenza Schouler, voluminous and full length at Khaite, and in sequin form at Huishan Zhang. If you’re looking for something more subtle, cherry tones were big news at Gucci, Prada, Versace, Valentino, and Miu Miu. Who are we to disagree?

Reformation red satin Maves dress is an off the shoulder silhouette, with long sleeves and a mini hemline and its perfect for party season.
Reformation Maves Dress, (£298) £223.50

Reformation’s Maves dress is perfect party season fodder, especially in this sassy red hue. It also comes in black, almond, and a light grey velvet version.. If your budget doesn’t stretch, then H&M’s red-draped satin mini dress is also rather lovely.

ROTATE BIRGER CHRISTENSEN dar red Sequined maxi dress with round neck and puff sleeves is perfect for the festive season.
ROTATE BIRGER CHRISTENSEN Sequined maxi dress, £414

The shade of this dress is called “Rumba Red” and it looks ready for it.

This gown from Galvan is synonymous with timeless elegance. Made to a floor-length silhouette, the long-sleeved style features a round neckline and comes in a vibrant red colorway
GALVAN Long-sleeved gown, (£1,546) £1,082

Snap this up at 30% off and be so ready for every festive season. You need to see the back too.

Reformation festive red party dress is Designed to be fitted at bodice with an A-line skirt, drop waist and wide straps and square neck.
Reformation Kallie Dress, (£298) £223.50

Drop waists and playful peplums are here to stay for SS24.

& Other Stories Velvet Open Back Party Dress, £95

This also comes in black, but it is so yummy in red.

The Vampire’s Wife crafts this red Falconetti dress from shimmering silk-blend lamé with a French-darted bust, then flutes the cuffs and hem for a fluttering finish.
THE VAMPIRE’S WIFE Falconetti ruffled silk-blend lamé dress, £1,595

A dress to invest in now and wear every festive season. Also in silver and shimmering green.

& Other Stories red Satin midi dress featuring an open back with self-tie detailing at the back and flared sleeves.
& Other Stories Satin Midi Dress, £95

You need to see the back of this slinky red midi too.

Tied with an oversized bow at the nape, Staud's red Ilana mini dress is saturated with light-catching sequins that create a captivating effect.
STAUD Ilana bow-accent sequinned mini dress, £380

Red sequins are a whole trend in themselves this season. Tick off multiple trends with this bow-back mini.

Party Dress Trends 2023 – Velvet, Feathers + Lace

Velvet is a trend that shows up every winter without fail and this tactile trend pairs so beautifully with the ongoing sheer theme that presented on the catwalks for SS24. From gothic lace to ladylike coloured lace, there is plenty to choose from, and for extra fun and frolics, feathers always make for a fun addition to your festive wardrobe.

TOTEME black Twisted velvet midi dress with fitted silhouette, long sleeves and round neck.
TOTEME Twisted velvet midi dress, £540

So versatile.

A connoisseur of partywear, 16ARLINGTON's designs are destined to turn heads. This 'Adelaide' mini dress is cut from crushed-velvet for a sleek one-shoulder silhouette, trimmed with wispy feathers along the cuffs. Team it with equally fabulous accessories.
16ARLINGTON Adelaide one-shoulder feather-trimmed crushed-velvet mini dress, £990

The crushed velvet, the colour, the feathers and the peekaboo shoulder all make this dress a quadruple threat. Mega. There is also a midi version.

H&M black Long, fitted, sleeveless lace dress with a V-shaped neckline at the front and back. Concealed zip and hook-and-eye fastener at one side and a wide, asymmetric flounce below the hips. Lined.
H&M Flounced lace dress, (£44.99) £36.00

The Wednesday Addams effect is still going strong.

Embrace the season of soirées with this silver grey COS velvet midi dress It's crafted from plush recycled velvet with a hint of stretch and designed to hug the frame. The high neck creates soft gathers that accentuate the silhouette, while the extra-long sleeves ruch effortlessly at the cuffs. Wear your hair up to showcase the crossover open back.
COS OPEN-BACK VELVET MIDI DRESS, £95

Wear this gorgeous silver grey velvet midi dress with COS’ tontal crystal curved teardrop earrings. & Other Stories draped grey velvet midi is also rather lovely.

Raey's black satin slip dress is inserted with dainty lace panelling throughout the bodice and side-slit maxi hem.
RAEY Mixed lace and satin maxi slip dress, £695

You also need to see Raey’s Lace & Leopard Satin Slip Dress.

Raey's brown maxi dress is cut from eye-catching leopard velvet and shaped with a gathered waist.
RAEY Long-sleeve leopard velvet maxi dress, £595

Speaking of leopard print…

& Other Stories sheer black Long sleeve maxi dress crafted from intricate lace. Finished with a slit at the front.
& Other Stories Lace Maxi Dress, £120

See Monki’s black lace maxi too. Wednesday eat your heart out.

Reformation Annabelle Velvet maxi Dress comes in grey velvet and has wide straps and a cowl neckline and is perfect for festive season.
Reformation Annabelle Velvet Dress, (£448) £336

It seems that grey party dresses are a theme this season, offering a low key spin on traditional festive silver, especially in softly shimmering velvet.

Me + Em Cream Satin-back crepe with an elegant, fluid drape lends this full-length slip dress an ethereal quality accompanied by lace trims that soften the V-neckline and outline the bodice for a flattering finish.
Me + Em Satin And Lace Full-Length Slip Dress, £295

This also comes in a French Navy/Black colour way, but I quite like this winter white vibe. It will look great with patent heels and an oversized blazer.

WARDROBE.NYC deftly uses darted seams to achieve a structured hourglass silhouette in this black midi dress, rendered from velvet for an elegant evening statement.
WARDROBE.NYC Darted velvet midi dress, £1,450

Alexa Chung is wearing this in her festive Matches edit with Saint Laurent pointed heels and a slinky bag and it’s just such a classic killer look.

Party Dresses 2023 – Bandeau

The ’90s / ’00s aesthetic is still going strong this year and next, so it figures that simple bandeau necklines are back in a big way in the shape of sleek tube dresses (even if they come in leather as per Bottega Veneta). Look out for more interesting gathering and volume too, such as Loewe’s draped bandeau dress, incorporating a theme that carries on from past seasons and is oh so flattering.

Arket gery Strapless bandeau dress with gatherings and elastics at top and slit at centre back. Cut to fall at ankle length.
Arket Bandeau Dress, £119

So gorgeous. Style with Arket’s equally chic slingback bow pumps for a stunning party look.

Crafted from 100% chrome-free leather, Aligne's black Kenrietta dress is guaranteed to make a statement. The silhouette is strapless and slim, which makes it perfect for an evening out.
Aligne KENRIETTA LEATHER TUBE DRESS., £229.00

Slick.

ROTATE BIRGER CHRISTENSEN Sequined cotton twill minidress, £264

A sequinned bandeau mini is chic in grey. Pair with 90s mules to complete the look.

This black COS bandeau mini dress is crafted from recycled fabric with a hint of stretch, defined by irregular bust pleats that create soft gathers and has a strapless neckline with a scuba-bustier underlayer for support.
COS PLEATED BANDEAU MINI DRESS, £115

Pair COS’ voluminous pleated mini dress with tonal towering heels, like these perfect COS platforms.

& Other Stories beaded bandeau dress. Tube midi dress with a faux pearl-embellished finish. Featuring a built-in corset bodice.
& Other Stories Pearl-Embellished Midi Dress, £265

If there were a dress to pair with mesh gloves, it’s this chic and slinky beaded bandeau number. Another pair of perfect bow points too.

Reformation's Le Marais Velvet bandeau Dress is Designed to be fitted at bodice with a column skirt. It has a Straight neckline with a contrast ruffle in white and a sheer fluted hem. It comes in black soft, non-stretch velvet.
Reformation Le Marais Velvet Dress Es, (£348) £261

Reformation’s gorgeous black velvet Le Marais dress now comes in sizes 18-28.

JEN CEBALLOS X MANGO Strapless sequined dress in chocolate brown. Bandeau neckline, fitted silhouette and mini hemline.
JEN CEBALLOS X MANGO Strapless sequined dress, £100

Chocolate brown is trending and looks so good in shimmering sequins.

Aligne black Slim Maxi bandeau silhouette dress that falls to the ankles with front buttoning detail.
ALIGNE Hilton Slim Strapless Button-Front Maxi Dress, £149.00

This tailored bandeau maxi dress means business.

Party Dress Trends 2023 – Statement Black Dresses

Black never goes out of style, but if you’re looking to up your game this year look out for 3d floral details, interesting silhouettes, big bows, and gothic lace which are all big themes for 2023/2024.

& Other Stories black Sleeveless A-line mini dress adorned with allover floral appliqués. Secured with a zipper closure at the back.
& Other Stories Floral Appliqué Mini Dress, £120

3d floral details are still trending hard looking ahead to spring/summer 2024, so this stunning mini is a wise investment. H&M’s frilled mini dress has a similarly fun feel.

Reformation's black Kacia dress is made from fluid satin and features exaggerated organza shoulder ties that trail down the back.
REFORMATION Kacia tie-shoulder satin maxi dress, £298

This dress is so pretty from all angles.

COS ATELIER Black DRAPED OPEN-BACK MINI DRESS in ecovero.
COS ATELIER THE DRAPED OPEN-BACK MINI DRESS, £135

Obsessed with these silver cuff detail pumps too.

There is no better piece to embrace your inner maximalist than a sequinned mini dress. Offered in a refined black shade, this one is designed with a high neck, adjustable zips at the sleeves and is entirely adorned with tonal recycled paillettes that will shimmer under the light of a disco ball. Complement the asymmetric hem with a pair of knee-high boots.
COS ASYMMETRIC SEQUINNED MINI DRESS, £180

An asymmetric hem mixes things up.

Arket black Maxi dress in a satin finish featuring a cowl-neck, rouleau shoulder straps and asymmetric seam across body. Straight fit.
Arket Satin Maxi Dress, £97

Simple yet stunning, how perfect is this satin maxi dress paired with the pretty sequinned ballet flats. You have got to love a party flat for dancing the night away.

CHRISTOPHER ESBER Arced Dolman maxi dress id a stunning statement black maxi dress with dolman sleeves and a deep u shaped neckline with flattering gathering at the bust.
CHRISTOPHER ESBER Arced Dolman maxi dress, £875

Goddess vibes.

Aje's black cotton Florence dress exudes elegance, with a ruched bodice and alluring open back framed by a row of white faux pearls.
AJE Florence pearl-embellished open-back poplin dress, £465

So elegant.

This COS contemporary knitted dress is designed with a turtleneck jumper at the top and falls to an intricately pleated maxi skirt. It's lined with a mini skirt, giving the flared hem a slightly sheer finish.
COS PLEATED KNITTED TURTLENECK MAXI DRESS, £115

If you’re not one to flash the flesh or suffer the cold, then this simple but stunning full coverage knit dress is for you. The sheer pleated skirt ensures you don’t scrimp on the glamour. Add some wow accessories to zhuzh up your look for party time.

Mango Selection Collection Lace halter neck maxi dress. Tailored design with Bow fastening on the back.
Mango Selection Halter-neck lace dress, £99.99

This dress has a timeless but modern feel.

Reformation black St. Louise velvet bandeau puffball mini dress is perfect party wear for the festive season.
St. Louis Velvet Dress Es, £248

Lean into your 80s dreams with this festive velvet and silk puffball mini dress. Pair with statement jewellery and pointed pumps.

This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.

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