Satin cocktail dresses

Erdem - Romantic aesthetics and supreme construction, as featured on this blue mikado-satin Lyndell dress, are key features throughout Erdem's Resort 2020 collection - inspired by 19th-century Belle Epoque costumes in Visconti's 1976 film L'Innocente. Exclusive to MATCHESFASHION, it's shaped in the UK to a high-neck silhouette and features tiers of ornate guipure lace at the yoke, sleeves and waist. Complement the playful mood of summertime by wearing it accented with a characterful clutch.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Rasario - A fine example of the label's effortlessly romantic femininity, Rasario's black satin dress is crafted with a corseted bustier that features an alluring cutout. It falls from an off-the-shoulder neckline which is wrapped in a sculptural bow that sweeps around the long sleeves, into a slim-fit silhouette and back slit hem.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Rasario - Rasario founder Rasida Lakoba takes inspiration from the personal style of women from Abkhazia in South Caucasus to design elegant eveningwear, including this black mini dress. It's crafted from lustrous satin to a strapless bodice, featuring a curved waistline seam and folded gathered to create soft volume, then finished with a back zip. Pull focus to the flattering neckline by styling it with charming jewellery.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Rasario - Rasida Lakoba cites traditional tailoring tropes for her expansion of Rasario's elevated occasionwear offering, and this black blazer showcases the elegant result. It's shaped for a slim fit with peak lapels and a panelled bodice to offset the double-breasted profile, then finished with black satin lining. Style with heels and a clutch for discreet evening glamour.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Galvan - Galvan's white Hamptons mini dress is part of a bridal-inspired collection that's centred around the concepts of modernity and versatility. It's made in England from lustrous satin and sculpted to a high halterneck that fastens with wide ties falling elegantly down the back. Style it with anything from ballerina flats to stiletto sandals to produce sublime occasion edits.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Halpern - Michael Halpern juxtaposes glossy and matte sequins to create the subtle checks patterning this white mini dress. It's crafted from lustrous satin with a deep V-neckline and ballooning sleeves, then finished with a neat back-seam zip. Add towering platform sandals to accentuate the short silhouette.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Bottega Veneta - The V-neckline of Bottega Veneta's ivory satin pencil dress is framed with knotted straps, a feature which demonstrates Daniel Lee's experimental direction for the house. It's cut in Italy to a form-flattering panelled silhouette which skims the figure and falls into a straight hem. Style it with a boxy bag and minimalist sandals to emulate the considered proportions of the lookbook.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Marina Moscone - Featuring the raw-edged hem seen on many of Marina Moscone's SS19 runway creations, the sapphire-blue twist-front satin dress is the epitome of ultra-refined elegance. It's crafted in the US from a shimmering mid-weight cotton blend, with a hand-twisted bodice that falls to an alluring split hem. Style it with earth-tone flat sandals and understated accessories, to showcase the lustrous sheen.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Halpern - For SS21, Halpern continues to craft dramatic occasionwear, such as this black mini dress, inspired by the jovial attitude of frontline workers. It's made in the UK from soft satin with statement puff shoulders and a sweetheart neckline complete with a subtle cutout, alongside gentle gathers at the side seams which create a flattering ruched look.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Dolce & Gabbana - This black midi dress displays Dolce & Gabbana's ultra-feminine approach to evening dressing. It's crafted in Italy to a slim silhouette enhanced by structured darting with a deep scooped neckline offset by the internal lace cups that peep out from the bodice. A black clutch and stilettos will complete an elegant evening look.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Sara Battaglia - This navy mini dress offers an alluring take on the dramatic off-the-shoulder silhouettes running throughout Sara Battaglia's SS20 collection, exclusive to MATCHESFASHION. It's crafted from lustrous satin with ballooning sleeves and 1940s-inspired satin-covered buttons running down the front. Wear it with drop earrings and mules for optimum impact.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Alexandre Vauthier - Alexandre Vauthier's red silk-satin dress follows a smooth, flowing silhouette, typical of the designer's signature style. It showcases a deep V-neck leading to a gathered knot at the waist decorated with a crystal-encrusted silver-tone metal buckle. Dress it up with a pair of heeled sandals and a clutch for an evening ensemble.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Halpern - Halpern's black and white zebra-striped mini dress highlights the designer's maximalist approach, honed during his rigorous training at Central Saint Martins. It's crafted in the UK from fluidly draped satin to a plunging V-neckline balanced by balloon sleeves, then falls via a ruched panel to an asymmetric hem.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Saint Laurent - Saint Laurent's black mini dress captures the Parisian house's high-octane energy through its one-shoulder construction. It's crafted in France from smooth silk satin with bow-tied sides that creates a slightly ruched effect. Accentuate the length by wearing with slingback stilettos.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Marina Moscone - Exuding sultry appeal for after-dark dressing, this blue satin dress was captured towards the end of Marina Moscone's SS19 runway show - set in Willem de Kooning's former studio and residence close to Union Square. Lined in smooth silk-blend crepe, it's characterised by a draped hand-twisted bodice with cutaway side panels that segue into an open back secured by slender crossover straps, and finished with a raw-edged hem. Take style cues from the runway model by styling your hair into a sweeping up-do to pull focus to the experimental silhouette.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Richard Quinn - Richard Quinn's affinity for theatrical silhouettes is reflected though this ivory mini dress, which encapsulates couture 1980s glamour. It's sculpted from lustrous satin lined with silk to a pleated hourglass figure framed by dramatic puff sleeves and a sheer polka-dot tulle panel, then skims to a thigh-grazing hemline. Accentuate the high-octane mood with a box clutch and feathered sandals for an evening occasion.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Halpern - 1970s glamour is a key theme in Halpern's AW20 collection, embodied by this black and white zebra-striped dress. It's crafted in the UK from satin to a puff-sleeved silhouette and adorned with shimmering sequins arranged in striking red and purple floral motifs.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Alexandre Vauthier - Drapery played a key role in Alexandre Vauthier's Spring 2020 collection, referenced by this red mini dress. It's crafted from lustrous silk-blend satin with a halterneck, then artfully ruched and twisted throughout the bodice so that it falls to an asymmetrical hem. Style it with shimmering accessories to maintain the glamorous mood.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Richard Quinn - Richard Quinn's celebratory aesthetic is reflected by this delightful pink and black mini dress, which echoes the first piece to grace the SS20 runway to the sound of the Philharmonia orchestra and the Bach choir. It's crafted in England with a slender boned bodice adorned with a full satin bow and has a puffed, layered skirt for a signature sense of drama. Style it with crystal-embellished accessories to heighten the joyous mood.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Christopher Kane - Christopher Kane's optic-white mini dress is a reimagining of his signature Cupcake silhouette through a directional bridal-inspired lens. The lustrous satin is edged with large round-cut crystals framing the square neckline and antique-tinged V-shaped waist, then it's fitted with internal boning and an organza and sinamay structured underskirt. Style it with a metallic clutch and platform heels to complete the high-octane mood.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Christopher Kane - Christopher Kane's AW20 runway collection was inspired by triangles, with reference to triangular bras and this brown maxi dress - seen in the show - captures that alluring theme. It's made in Italy from a pleated satin skirt that delicately suspends from a black floral-lace V-neck bodice, creating a small-cutout empire line. Tie hair into an elegant updo to spotlight the commanding open back.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Alexandre Vauthier - The graphic leopard print that punctuates Alexandre Vauthier's teal-blue dress evokes a 1980s aesthetic. It's crafted from silk-blend satin with balloon sleeves and a statement plunging neckline that gathers at the waist, then is finished with a ruffle at the fitted mini skirt. Team it with minimal accessories after dark.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Alexandre Vauthier - Alexandre Vauthier's black and white polka dot dress is carefully crafted from ultra-lightweight silk satin, lending a flowing, elegant silhouette typical of the French designer. The deep V-neck finishes at a faux waist tie and the look is balanced with elasticated cropped sleeves. Wear it with coordinating accessories for a monochrome edit.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Rochas - Rocha's penchant for romantic historical references is seen in this refined black cocktail dress. It's crafted in Italy from satin with an inner boned mesh corset - a key dress code worn from the 16th to the early 20th century - peeking from under the strapless silhouette, while the skirt falls from an empire waistline to a wrapped front. Style it with a box clutch to echo the vintage sensibility.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM