Strapless cocktail dresses

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

Rasario - RASARIO's Rasida Lakoba spotlights her expertise in construction through the tailored silhouette of this white mini dress. It's crafted from soft duchess satin to an elegant strapless bodice created using slender panels which extend to the flared skirt which is accentuated by pintucked pleats and a front slit reveals a slim-fitting black underskirt.. 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Rochas - Rocha's penchant for romantic historical references is seen in this refined black cocktail dress.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

LIKELY ponte midi dress with a versatile silhouette for myriad occasions. Approx. 34"L down center back. Strapless sweetheart neckline. Ruffled popover bodice. Sheath silhouette. Center back slit. Pull-on style. Polyester/rayon/spandex. Lining, polyester. Imported.. BUY FROM NEIMAN MARCUS

Marchesa cocktail dress in ombr ruffled organza. Strapless neckline A-line silhouette. Silk floral spiral detail on skirt. Knee length. Back zip. Nylon. Bodice, silk. Made in USA of imported material.. BUY FROM NEIMAN MARCUS

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

Brandon Maxwell cocktail dress in sequined gabardine. Strapless neckline. Body-conscious silhouette. Hem falls below the knee. Back zip. Wool. Made in USA of imported material.. BUY FROM NEIMAN MARCUS

Marchesa Notte Cocktail Dress Off Shoulder Neckline With Back Zip Closure And Short Sleeves Slim Fitting Silhouette And Knee Length Cut 100% Nylon With 100% Polyester Lining, Dry Clean Only Made In China With US Sizing Available In Blush. BUY FROM MARISSA COLLECTIONS

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

Monique Lhuillier cocktail dress in multicolor metallic-dotted lace. Strapless neckline. Ruched bodice. Fit-and-flare silhouette. Hem falls below the knee. Back zip. Polyester/nylon. Polyester lining. Spot clean. Made in USA of imported material.. BUY FROM NEIMAN MARCUS

Alexandre Vauthier - Alexandre Vauthier's pink and red floral-print mini dress evokes confident femininity. The voluminous silhouette is enveloped by structured cotton twill with a bustier-inspired strapless bodice which flares to a dramatic puffball skirt. Frame the sultry neckline with drop earrings teamed with a simple clutch and leg-lengthening stiletto sandals.. 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

Cocktail Dress With Side Knot Straight Neckline With Back Zip Closure, Boned And Underwire Lined Corset Top Pleated Bodice Detail And Side Knotted Skirt, Slim-Fitting A-Line Silhouette And Knee-Length Cut 100% Silk With 100% Silk Lining, Dry Clean Made In USA With American Sizing Available In Bordeaux. BUY FROM MARISSA COLLECTIONS

Strapless Straight across neckline Concealed back zip Lined About 38in from center back to hem Polyester/silk Dry clean Imported Model shown is 5'10in wearing US size 4. BUY FROM GILT

Alexandre Vauthier cocktail dress in double satin. Strapless neckline. Oversized ruffle at right seam. Sheath silhouette. Hem hits about at the knee. Polyester. Lining, viscose/polyester. Dry clean. Made in Portugal.. BUY FROM NEIMAN MARCUS