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LAUREN’S PICK
CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITEDChicSew Pretty Strapless Draped Sheath Mini Satin Cocktail Dresses Chic Short Formal Bridesmaid Dresses
$139.99 CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED

SIOBHAN’S PICK
CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITEDChicSew Summer Scoop Soft Satin Cocktail Mother Of The Bride Dress Pleated Hem Mini Gown
$139.99 CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED

MEGAN’S PICK
THREDUPMonsoon Cocktail Dress - Fit & Flare: Black Floral Pattern Dresses - Used - Size
$48.99 THREDUP
How we pick
Nobody here is paid to push a brand. Lauren, Siobhan, Zara, Rosie and Megan went through everything in cocktail dress the way you would on a lunch break, scrolling, squinting at the fabric, checking the price twice. What made the list is what they'd actually put in their own basket. We look for pieces that wash well, sit right and don't cost silly money for what they are, and we mix up the shops so you're not just looking at one high street name over and over. Prices and stock come straight from the retailers and change often, so it's always worth a quick check before you buy.
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Under $5012 pieces

THREDUP
Shein Cocktail Dress: Black Dresses
$14.99 THREDUP
THREDUP
Jessica Howard Cocktail Dress: Red Stripes Pattern Dresses - Used - Size
$32.99 THREDUP
THREDUP
Adrianna Papell Cocktail Dress - Sheath: Black Print Pattern Dresses - New - Size
$35.99 THREDUP
ZEAGOO
Casual Summer V Neck Mini Short Sleeve Beach Dress
$43.99 ZEAGOO
THREDUP
Monsoon Cocktail Dress - Fit & Flare: Black Floral Pattern Dresses - Used - Size
$48.99 THREDUP
THREDUP
Magic Cocktail Dress: Yellow Print Pattern Dresses - Used
$18.99 THREDUP
ZEAGOO
Zeagoo Women's Velvet Dress Long Sleeve Elegant Cocktail Dress
$39.09 ZEAGOO
ZEAGOO
Zeagoo Womens Casual Dress for Summer Tank Dress
$32.19 ZEAGOO
THREDUP
Princess Polly Cocktail Dress: Purple Hearts Pattern Dresses - New - Size
$28.99 THREDUP
ZEAGOO
Zeagoo Womens Casual Swing Floral Ruffle Short Sleeve Sundresses
$34.48 ZEAGOO
ZEAGOO
Zeagoo Sexy Ruched Bodycon Dress for Women, Midi Stretchy Sleeveless Tank Top Casual Party Club Dresses S-3XL- Flower White / S(4)
$22.99 ZEAGOO
DAILY SALE, INC.
Sexy Off Shoulder Bodycon Party Dress
$36.00 DAILY SALE, INC.$50 to $1004 pieces

HELLO MOLLY
Sunset Blur Mesh Mini Dress Navy
$99.95 HELLO MOLLY
ZEAGOO
Sophisticated Contrast Knee Length Peplum Dress
$56.99 ZEAGOO
HELLO MOLLY
Greek Islands Halter Mini Dress Print
$89.95 HELLO MOLLY
EGO (US & CA)
Square Neck Knot Front Detail Mini Dress In Black Sequin, Women's Size US
$51.00 EGO (US & CA)Worth the splurge9 pieces

CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
ChicSew Summer Scoop Soft Satin Cocktail Mother Of The Bride Dress Pleated Hem Mini Gown
$139.99 CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
ChicSew One Shoulder Ruffle Sleeve Asymmetrical High Low Length Satin Mother Of The Bride Cocktail Dresses
$149.99 CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
GODDIVA
Goddiva Plus Cap Sleeve Iridescent Sequin Cowl Maxi Dress
$165.00 GODDIVA
RENT THE RUNWAY
Badgley Mischka Twist Shoulder Drape Midi Dress Purple
$285.00 RENT THE RUNWAY
HELLO MOLLY
Flamingo Haze Mesh Off Shoulder Maxi Dress Pink
$109.95 HELLO MOLLY
CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
ChicSew Elegant Scoop Cocktail Knee-Length Sheath Chiffon Mother Of The Bride Dress With Ruffle
$139.99 CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
ChicSew Pretty Strapless Draped Sheath Mini Satin Cocktail Dresses Chic Short Formal Bridesmaid Dresses
$139.99 CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
ChicSew Unique Satin Knee-Length Cocktail Mother Of The Bride Dress
$139.99 CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITED
Elegant Cape Neck Scoop Lace Chiffon Cocktail Mother of The Bride Dresses
$159.99 CHICSEW TRADING CO., LIMITEDMore like this
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