FYI: These are the 40 best party dresses to wear this festive szn (2024)

Nothing says party quite like a full feathered lewk. We're obsessed with Topshop's fiery red mini – with its open back and spaghetti straps, this baby is all kinds of flapper girl chic.

It's no secret that silver has been the shade of the year and the metallic trend is going nowhere anytime soon. We're looking forward to styling this Nobody's Child dress with an oversized headband and Mary Janes this party szn.

Velvet and parties are a match made in heaven. Invest in this LBD from Nobody's Child, and we guarantee it will see you through many a Christmas party.

It wouldn't be a party dress edit without a few fringed lewks, are we right? We'll be channelling our inner Hollywood film star in this amazing midaxi from Karen Millen. Just look at those crystal embellishments and that sexy thigh-high slit!

If you can't wear a shooting star dress at Christmas when can you? We love how River Island has added beaded tassels onto this party mini to give it a real 3D effect. Genius.

Topshop has always been a go-to when it comes to shopping for party dresses, and this season is no different. This bright blue number nods to '80s glamour looks with its mesh panels, ruched seams and padded shoulders.

Nude sequins are the biggest party trend of the year and it's safe to say we are obsessed. Mango has made this slinky mini even more party appropriate by adding feather fringing to the hem. J'adore.

If the sequinned lewks from Rabanne's recent collab with H&M weren't for you, this LBD might be more up your street. Crafted from jersey, this is probably one of the comfiest party dresses in our edit, but the frilled trims and playful puff ball skirt keep it feeling faaancy.

Sequins are always a party-season essential and we're obsessed with Sézane's cool take on the sparkly trend. This gorge mini is crafted from velvet and features subtly puffed sleeves and a gently draped skirt.

Reformation's gorge nude sequin dress is giving us all the 16Arlington vibes but without the hefty price tag. Praise be for bridge brands 🙏.

AllSaints has updated its classic slip dress just in time for the party season by adorning it in hundreds of sparkly silver sequins. Throw in that the brand currently has a mega winter sale, and this purchase is a bit of a no brainer.

Christmas parties are a great excuse to dress up in big bows – you know, to remind your friends and family that you are the present!

Obvs, red is the colour of the festive season, but we actually think H&M's crimson midi will work all year round thanks to the timeless midi silhouette and flattering ruching.

If you've got a lil' bit of money to splash on a designer party dress this year, we can't recommend this Ganni style enough. The brand has put a modern twist on the nightie silhouette by adorning this mini with hundreds of red sequins.

The Giselle dress from Abercrombie & Fitch has quickly become a bestseller for the brand, and we can see why. We're in love with the A-line shape, open-back and fir-tree green hue on this pleated number.

If you haven't already heard of British fashion brand Joanie, let us give you a quick intro. Founded in 2016, the label is known and loved for its snuggly pjs, amaze collabs and super reasonable prices. Case in point: this gorgeous velvet mini dress which is under £80.

Sister Jane is always a safe bet when it comes to party dresses – whether you're into embroidered frocks, ball gowns or sequin minis, the brand always comes through. We're loving the tiered skirt and deep V-neckline on this number.

For those more faaaancy events (you know family Xmas dinner and drinks with the in-laws) opt for Ghost's satin midi. The loud magenta hue is tempered by the simple (yet effective) silhouette.

You might think Superdry is only good for tracksuit bottoms and puffer jackets, but the brand's party dress section is seriously delivering this szn. We love the green sequins and V-neckline.

With its beaded tassels, chic square neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps, Superdry's sequinned mini is ticking all of our boxes.