20 Party Dresses That Will Add Some Cheer to Your Wardrobe

Thanks to all of the wedding invitations and birthday bashes popping up on the calendar, party dresses and going-out ensembles are once again top of mind. Whether it’s a neon yellow micro mini from need-to-know label Des Phemmes or an elegant silk wrap dress from Cinq à Sept, it feels good to have a reason to get all dolled up.

Of course, that’s going to look different for each person. If you’re a minimalist at heart, stick with a fail-proof little black dress. Norma Kamali has a one-shoulder design that’s fitting for just about every occasion. Even Carrie Bradshaw is a fan of the dependable classic silhouette. For those on the other side of the style spectrum who love to make a grand entrance, go all out with a sequin-covered dress from Khaite or Solace London.

Inspired by all these options, we’ve gathered some of the best party dresses around—no matter when and how you plan on wearing them. Whether you’re on your way to a cocktail party or a glamorous soirée, have a look, below.

Short Showstoppers

Raisa Vanessa crystal-embellished strapless cutout mini dress

Des Phemmes embroidered draped cotton blend mini dress

16Arlington Esteli satin mini dress

Zara satin effect mini dress

Sumptuous Silk

Artclub Assisi asymmetric draped silk-satin and piqué dress

Sir the Label Lilian puff-sleeve midi dress

Cinq à Sept Patti high-low cutout silk dress

Asceno bordeaux silk satin midi dress

Little Black Party Dresses

Tory Burch sequin slip dress

Norma Kamali Diana jersey mini dress

Mango cut-out ruched dress

Dion Lee crochet-knit turtleneck maxi dress

High Shine

Solace London Yara sequined jersey turtleneck maxi dress

Ganni pink sequin mini dress

Stine Goya Louiza sequin mini dress

Khaite The Lana dress

Reveal and Conceal

Hannah Artwear Rio cutout floral-print silk-habotai maxi dress

The Reformation Helio cutout embellished dress

Christopher Esber ruched cut-out maxi dress

Significant Other Liana cutout midi dress