Top Picks
How we pick
Quick word on how this list was made. Chloe, Rosie, Maggie, Zara and Imogen picked their favourites from the black cocktail dress we found across loads of UK shops. No sponsored spots, no brand deals, just what they'd buy with their own money. We keep a mix of prices so there's something whether you're treating yourself or being sensible this month, and we limit how many come from one retailer. Stock and prices update regularly from each shop, so if something's gone, it's sold out rather than hidden.
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Under $5012 pieces
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Alice & Trixie Cocktail Dress: Black Graphic Pattern Dresses - Used
$37.99 THREDUP
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Calvin Klein Cocktail Dress: Black Floral Pattern Dresses - Used - Size
$37.99 THREDUP
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Kaileigh Cocktail Dress - Wrap: Black Stars Pattern Dresses - Used - Size 2X
$29.99 THREDUP
DAILY SALE, INC.
Women's Party Shirt Dress
$49.00 DAILY SALE, INC.
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Divided by H&M Cocktail Dress - Bodycon: Black Animal Print Pattern Dresses - Used
$13.99 THREDUP
UNIQUE KULTURE AFFILIATE PROGRAM
Fringe Hem Short Sleeve Bodycon Midi Pencil Dress
$43.35 UNIQUE KULTURE AFFILIATE PROGRAM
EGO (US & CA)
Underwired Contrast Lace Hook And Eye Deyail Corset Mini Dress In Black, Women's Size US
$39.00 EGO (US & CA)
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H&M Cocktail Dress: Black Dresses - Used
$38.99 THREDUP
ZEAGOO
Zeagoo Womens Long Dress Adjustable Strap Floral Casual Dress
$39.09 ZEAGOO
ZEAGOO
Zeagoo Women's Bodycon Dress Long Sleeve Slim Fit Turtleneck Dress - A01-black / Small
$27.59 ZEAGOO
GODDIVA
Goddiva Satin Multi-Tie Halterneck Maxi Dress
$75.00 GODDIVA
THREDUP
Just Cavalli Cocktail Dress: Black Graphic Pattern Dresses - Used - Size
$52.99 THREDUPWorth the splurge13 pieces
GODDIVA
Goddiva Plus Corsage Dobby Mesh A-Line Maxi Dress
$140.00 GODDIVA
HELLO MOLLY
Ethereal Lace Off Shoulder Maxi Dress Black
$115.95 HELLO MOLLY
GODDIVA
Goddiva Velvet And Dobby Mesh A Line Halter Maxi Dress
$145.00 GODDIVA
RENT THE RUNWAY
Ronny Kobo Annagrace Dress Black
$466.00 RENT THE RUNWAY
RENT THE RUNWAY
Staud Sofia Mini Dress Pink-black
$360.00 RENT THE RUNWAY
HELLO MOLLY
Opal Wave Beaded Mini Dress Black
$109.95 HELLO MOLLY
RENT THE RUNWAY
Jason Wu x RTR Turtleneck Lace Overlay Mini Dress Black-print
$344.00 RENT THE RUNWAY
HELLO MOLLY
Plus One Mesh Maxi Dress Black
$109.95 HELLO MOLLY
JANET HOWARD
Natalie Brocade Dress w/ Stones
$310.00 JANET HOWARD
RENT THE RUNWAY
Ronny Kobo x RTR Sparkly Flare Sleeve Midi Dress Black
$103.00 RENT THE RUNWAY
RENT THE RUNWAY
Ieena for Mac Duggal Black Ruffle Tiered Floral Cut-Out Chiffon Dress Multicolored-black-print
$478.00 RENT THE RUNWAY−70%
RAMY BROOK
Leon Beaded Sequin Cowl Neck Mini Dress in Black
$393.33 $118.00 RAMY BROOK−30%
ANTHROPOLOGIE
A-Line Bow Bubble Mini Dress
$400.00 $280.00 ANTHROPOLOGIEMore like this
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