There are subtle differences between formal and semi-formal dresses. When shopping for the right dressy attire, consider how you will style your look for the dress code of the event you're attending and the vibe of the venue location. Formal attire can also be called a black-tie dress code that lends itself to the most glamourous attire.
Explore specialty gowns designed with accents that elevate your formal dress with hand-beading, rhinestone embellishments, or detailed embroidery. A semi-formal dress for homecoming, weddings, or anniversary parties can come in shorter or midi lengths, two-piece styles, or a classic party length. Choose formal midi dresses that feature glam detailing like sequin bodices or high-slit satin skirts as this length offers more variety when it comes to semi-formal silhouettes. Explore necklines on formal dresses to highlight jewelry from plunge, cowl, and scoop necks to sweetheart or V-necklines.
Strapless, spaghetti straps, and off-the-shoulder formal styles are sexy gown details to adore on both formal gowns and semi-formal dresses. Dress to impress this season with our latest collection of dresses. From trending bodycon dresses to this seasons must-have designs in mini, midi and maxi styles, boohoo has a ladies dress for every occasion. Keep it casual in sweatshirt dresses now autumn has arrived or get ready for winter in jumper dresses teamed with chunky boots . Let your outfit do the talking in an iconic little black dress, or bring the sass in a statement pink dress paired with barely-there heels.
We've got sexy blazer dresses, flattering wrap dresses and casual smock dresses waiting to take you out. Shop the collection now… your gram-worthy glow up starts right here. Opt for shorter sleeves in the summer and layer over a fine roll-neck during a cold spell or add a stylish sweater vest for extra warmth. When it comes to your footwear you can toughen up the feminine frock with stompy boots or add a sporty spin with the best white trainers.
Not forgetting swapping for some killer heels for the evening. There isn't a pair of shoes that won't go with your midi dresses. Solve those 'nothing to wear' dilemmas in one of our signature Oh Polly dresses, designed to flatter your figure and ensure all eyes are on you.
Our range of delicately embellished dresses will add some sparkle and wow factor to your look. Our sleek bodycon dresses come in colours to suit all, so what are you choosing - blue, white, red or pink? Or, opt for a smooth satin mini dress to hug your curves.
Our corset dresses cinch your waist for that dreamy shape, or for a totally chic look, go for a long sleeve dress perfect for taking you from day to night. From casual days out to nights on the town, there's an Oh Polly dress for everyone. Flattering and oh-so-stylish, a midi dress has serious day-to-night wearability. Comfy enough to lounge around in yet smart enough to be dressed up for the evening, the best midi dresses will work for any occasion thrown at it.
Not too long and not too short, a midi dress flatters all figures sitting neatly between your knees and ankles, offering the perfect opportunity to show off your best winter boots too. (Hey there, yoga devotees. Your time is now.) A miniscule excuse for a mini dress? A puffer jacket the size of a zorbing ball, with the cocooning powers to match?
Mrs Prada cautioned against letting all hell break loose, sartorially speaking. At this point, all we can do is shrug, and intone, for the millionth time, "unprecedented times". The best midi dresses for women are hands-down one of the hardest working wardrobe pieces you will ever own.
With a throw-on-and-go appeal, a midi dress needs minimal styling making it perfect for those busy mornings and nothing-to-wear days. This midi style dress points directly towards romantic, formal, and feminine needs. The breezy, yet subtly elegant dress features a romantic off-the-shoulder, delicate sweetheart neckline, crossover waist ties, and a flowy A-line skirt. Dress it up with strappy heels, a high-bun, and simple, elegant accessories. Whether you're taking in an old, scenic city or walking along the beach, midi dresses are made for those types of occasions.
Just like the floral print dresses, midi dresses can easily be dressed up or down when paired with heels/wedges, flats, and hey, sneakers, too! Team this type of dress with a boater hat for the ultimate vacay look. We guarantee MAXImum style points with our romantic and whimsically feminine Sky Child Maxi Dress. This breezy and almost Jane Austen-inspired maxi dress features a romantic off-the-shoulder neckline with a sugary sweet ruched bust, crossover waist ties and a fluid A-line skirt. Feature on the gram by teaming yours with white pumps, a high bun and pared-back accessories.
Perfect for homecoming or your next New Year's party, the Many Different Names Maxi Dress from Dear Emilia is the crowd pleaser that you've always dreamed of! Embroidered with sparkling metallic sequins, the maxi dress features a flattering fit-and-flare silhouette complemented by a square neckline and a dropped back. For that modern touch, the dress features an off set thigh vent.
In true Carrie fashion, Sarah Jessica Parker's famed character continues to 'wow' us with innovative and bold styling while also staying loyal to some of the sex columnist-turned-podcaster's beloved brands. While taking on the streets of Manhattan , Carrie sports everything from neon sweatpants paired with sparkling Aquazzura heels to a rainbow sweater styled over a tulle, ballgown skirt. Sparkle your way into the limelight without fail with Dear Emilia's most bedazzling addition to date, the An Original Motion Picture Maxi Dress. Style the maxi dress with tousled waves and subtle accessories.
The maxi dress is an always on-trend style; a super-flattering cut that looks good on everyone. Wear for day time looks, holidays and evening events - we have a maxi dress for every occasion. It's easy to project economic theories onto hemlines, to read the runes of a ruinous year in the short skirts and cuddly jumpers that cropped up in collection after collection. Ultimately, however, even the sagest catwalk gazers agree that autumn appears to be a season of madness. Not sure a shocking pink cropped Chanel bouclé-wool jacket goes with the carefully cultivated vision of minimalism you've been honing over the last few years?
Wear the purple satin platforms with the purple tights and the purple mini dress. "The midi length is universally flattering, making it a hugely popular choice. Where a midi dress might overwhelm a petite frame or a mini dress feel too short on a taller frame, the midi dress is the perfect compromise for both figures," says Paula.
This flattering fit-and-flare, floral designed dress has all you need to add to your casual wardrobe. Printed patterns, like floral, minimize the effort of putting together a stylish look. Supported by ribbon shoulder straps, a feminine wrap neckline, slightly fitted waist, and ruffled skirt, this look will have you running errands comfortably, but in style. The knee-length, blush pink dress spotlights a deep neckline and "rib knit sleeves" along with the textured pleat skirt. Finish off this look with classic heels and add some hair accessories to a sleek ponytail for that professional, yet chic style.
We're exuding elegance from dusk to dawn in our Find Me In The Front Row Midi Dress! Simple, understated yet oh so chic, your new day to date midi features a lush satin fabric style, a notched neckline, and elegant cross-back shoulder straps. We're styling ours with metallic heels and a statement clutch.
Make your moment on the red carpet in our Angels In America Midi Dress. Made of a lightweight luxe satin fabric, this must-have midi dress exudes elegance with its romantic cowl neckline and cheeky cutout details to the rear. No need to wear a bra babe as this cocktail dress comes with inbuilt bust cups. We're wearing ours with sky-high stilettos and sparkling adornments in our hair and ears. While it's your dress that's the main focus of your formal ensemble, your accessories will take your prom outfit to the next level. Team your prom dress with a statement necklace, sparkling earrings and some strappy heels and you've got yourself a fun, sophisticated outfit.
Pair a blue prom dress with some brightly colored heels and a bag for a bit of contrast and a bold, memorable look. With a plethora of midi dresses on the market, we've rounded up our favourite and most flattering styles that you can buy now and love forever. Color us floral with this gorgeous turquoise and peach-printed dress. Exclusively designed by Hello Molly, its balloon sleeves, cuffed wrist and flattering cut make it an all-eyes-on-you outfit. And, with some bouncy curls and strappy heels, it's a look. One of the most effective ways to ensure partygoers don't get your floors wet is to host a shoe-free event.
If you go this route, Jove Meyer, owner and creative director of Jove Meyer Events, says to have a shoe rack or shelf ready for your guests to place their snow boots and shoes. He also recommends that hosts notify their visitors ahead of time so they can be prepared. Becky Rapinchuk, cleaning expert and owner of CleanMama.com, suggests displaying a cute sign in a frame and placing a pair of shoes by the door to get the trend started before guests arrive. It's our belief that every capsule wardrobe needs a midi dress—or several—and if you stick to classic prints and colors such as florals and polka dots, these dresses are guaranteed to never go out of style.
Get ready to look the hottest at your next party with this ritzy, glam, sexy look. The deep v-neckline, open back, and strappy shoulder straps create an immediate head-turner. Let's not forget about the glittery, stylish detail that it interweaved from the top to bottom of this dress alongside the fit and flare silhouette. Continue the "strappy" look by pairing the dress with strappy, thin heels, and matching gold-tone jewelry. Calling all brides for the perfect rehearsal dinner dress!
The detail of the lace trim, ruffled shoulder straps, and frill hemline will cause heads to turn the second you enter the room. Wear this to showcase the fabulous YOU, the fabulous bride to be. Although the intricate design captures most of this look, you can still style this dress with dainty, silver, or gold jewelry and even make a statement with heels that provide a pop of color. Here she comes, the queen of the night, so it's only appropriate we see the Best Of You tonight! Don't miss our trendy exclusive mini which has the coolest design! This mini dress will fit you perfectly, and with that unique shoulder strap design - you'll be the best dressed for the night, and every other event to come.
I think we found the most fabulous dress for the fall season. This rose-colored floral dress features a wrapped style, flattering v-neckline and slimming fit that hits in all the right places. Your one-way ticket to instant fashion involves our Cast A Spell On Me Dress! This mini dress is as magical as it sounds, transforming you into a lush-looking babe in seconds! Made for our It-Girl in mind, it features a sugary sweet print throughout, our favourite puff sleeves and a wrap panel to the front. We're wearing ours with understated jewellery and slides.
Although it's cold outside, winter is as good of a time as any to host a great party—hot drinks, comfort foods galore, bonfires, and more define the season's get-togethers. However, hosting a winter party comes with its own unique set of challenges, mostly because of the hard-to-predict weather. Snow, sleet, and general slush can make your floors wet, dirty, and a safety hazard when they are tracked in by guests.
By putting some preventive measures in place, however, you can protect partygoers from slipping and prevent your floors from becoming damaged. Anthony Navarro, the creative director at Liven It Up Events, says doing so is comparable to the other hosting duties you have on your checklist. Just as you keep food stations stocked, you should make it your responsibility to clean up any wet areas, he says.
Ahead, experts offer some effective ways to keep your home clean and dry when hosting a holiday event. After a ski season that's proved a total white out – European resorts have been closed for much of the year due to the pandemic – mountain adventures were on the cards at Chanel and Miu Miu. Meanwhile Miuccia Prada headed to the Dolomites, and the glamorous Italian resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo , to host her Miu Miu Mountain Club on the snow.
Thom Browne went one further and enlisted a US Olympic skier to model his puffer gowns and strict suiting on the pistes, while Louis Vuitton lent models ski goggles in lieu of sunglasses. From alpine sweaters to shearling coats, the skiier's wardrobe classics were in evidence all over. Hello Molly has black dresses with the cutest prints, just like this. Again, just like any LBD, it is completely up to you regarding how you want to style the look. The print on the dress helps to put together a stylish outfit with minimal effort.
Can we just stop and appreciate how adorable this dress is? The print alone is dynamite and it's one of my favorite, lightweight pieces in my wardrobe. Simply add a fun pair of hot pink heels and statement jewelry for a head-turning look. I couldn't get enough of this flirty printed dress with its flattering sleeves and waist detail. Plus, the cut at the bottom is lightweight and leans into supreme girly style.
Our prom dresses are beautifully designed, and totally adored to help our Hello Molly girls stand out from the crowd in statement looks on prom night. Formal dresses are traditionally long in length and feature beautiful, eye-catching details like rhinestones, pleats, lace, and embroidery. When it comes to silhouettes, discover stunning silhouettes like A-line, mermaid, trumpet, and sheath dresses to stay on-trend. These days you can expect to see high-low satin dresses or unique two-piece dresses as floor-length alternatives for the trendsetters out there looking to revamp their formal dress assortment. For a more "dreamy" romantic look, this off-the-shoulder dress is trimmed with lush plissé chiffon ruffles and is detailed with embroidery from the neckline down. The sweetheart bust and irresistible hi-low hemline intensify the romantic factor you are looking for.
Free and flowy, this ivory-toned dress is just too cute not to wear this fall. Pair the deep v-neckline and ruffled number with some white strappy heels to tap into the girly this season. For some evening glam, serve up looks with this fuschia midi dress. It's picture-perfect to wear for weddings or for the next fancy occasion on your calendar.
