Strapless black cocktail dresses

Rochas - Rocha's penchant for romantic historical references is seen in this refined black cocktail dress.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

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

Norma Kamali - Norma Kamali's opulent aesthetic is demonstrated with this black strapless velvet dress - a key piece in the AW18 collection. It's made with a slight stretch for a comfortable slim-fitting shape, and simply finished with a single vent down the back. Complete a glamorous evening edit by styling it with stiletto heels and a coordinating clutch, alongside a swipe of berry-tone lipstick.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

Alexandre Vauthier - Blush pink ruffles accent the feminine eveningwear throughout Alexandre Vauthier's SS20 collection, including this black crepe mini dress. It's crafted for a slim fit with dense gathers along the side seam, creating gentle drapes which fall across the boned bodice and form-fitting skirt, then lined with black satin. Style it as a statement occasion edit with crystal earrings and leather pumps.. BUY FROM MATCHESFASHION.COM

THE ROW "Dario" cocktail dress. Strapless neckline with overlay detail. Sleeveless. Side slip pockets. A-line sweep. Hem falls below the knee. Kid mohair/wool. Silk lining. Made in USA.. BUY FROM NEIMAN MARCUS