10 Cocktail Party Outfits That Are Perfect To Dance The Night Away!

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Wedding shenanigans have been getting bigger and better, with people going all out for every occasion and ceremony. The extra festive vibe that most people are embracing nowadays is thanks to being fresh out of two years of lockdown and finally having a stress-free wedding season. Each function holds quite a lot of importance, and basically, the stakes are very high. To get things going for you as you navigate through the insane wedding preparations and attendee duties, we bring you seven outfit inspirations for the Met Gala of any wedding, i.e. the Cocktail Party. Plus you can easily repurpose these fits for your Christmas, or New Year's Eve party, making them a staple going-out outfit in your wardrobe.

Sequined Dress

Sequinned Dress

Sequinned Dress

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As aforementioned, cocktail parties are all about bling, and sparkle, and a sequinned dress will be the right choice. With an array of styles available, you can style your bling the way you want, and they become a staple going-out outfit for your wardrobe. You can complete the look with a fancier pair of heels and a contrasting clutch or a sling, and we’ll highly recommend taking inspiration from Madeline White, as she is the queen of shimmer and would greatly inspire you to take the whole fit to another level.

Slit Gown

A Chance To Shine Dress

A Chance To Shine Dress

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A total red carpet fit, a slit gown is always a stunner and looks hot and sophisticated at the same time. The slit looks amazing, its on-trend, and especially looks great on all the curvy girls out there.If your plan is to get hammered and throw it down at the dance floor, then we couldn’t recommend anything better. Pair it with a clutch and a sleek pair of heels and you’re good to slay the entire night.

The Saree Route

Dual Shade Grey Glitter Silver Chiffon Saree

Dual Shade Grey Glitter Silver Chiffon Saree

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In our books, a saree is the most sexy, and we can garner a whole lot of support for this statement. The six-yard of magic is comfortable, and if you style it right there would be no stopping you. Complete the look with a a pair of block heels, and a potli, and your are ready to dance the night away.

Strapless Dress

Multi-color On The Bright Side Dress

Multi-color On The Bright Side Dress

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Could prove to be not the most comfortable, Strapless dress is a great cocktail outfit, that certainly deserves a mention here. They obviously highlight your collarbones, and check out types of bras list to see, how to make the outfit more comfortable you. You can complete your ensemble with a mini bag, and this look is just a ten all the way!

A LBD Goes A Long Away

Philosophy Black Bardot Knit Mini Dress

Philosophy Black Bardot Knit Mini Dress

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We don’t have to emphasise on how important an LBD is for any closet. They just don’t make for a great party fit, but they are extremely versatile, and work for your formal events as well. To spot a good LBD for yourself, make sure you go with classic silhouettes and styles, and remember to invest in good material such as , so that it remains a classic piece in your wardrobe.

Jumpsuits

Black Full Of Charisma Jumpsuit With Belt

Black Full Of Charisma Jumpsuit With Belt

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Jumpsuits keep having a moment from time to time, but they are evergreen when it comes to rocking them as cocktail party outfits. You can find them easily, and we’d recommend to keep a balance of bling, and make it complete with belts and golden accessories. 

Fringes And Tassels

Black Tassel Fringe Dress

Black Tassel Fringe Dress

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Well, this is not for everyone, but hanging tassels on the entire dress hold a certain appeal, and could be a very fun cocktail party fit. While dancing you are gonna have a lot of fun, and your look will be among the statement fits at the party, thats for sure. Wear a pair of heels that as extra as the fringes, and bring everything together with a clutch.

Printed Jackets And Draped Skirt

Green Printed Jacket With Drape Skirt

Green Printed Jacket With Drape Skirt

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We have seen this outfit on many runways, and it is perfectly modest, chic, and extravagant. Go for bold colours and prints, and you can also skip jewellery altogether, as this ensemble is complete on its own. Although we would like to emphasise hairstyles with this one, make sure that you keep your hair in a sleek bun, so carry an equally bright and bejeweled potli with this one.

Draped Gown

Elysee Drape Gown

Elysee Drape Gown

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Gowns are a complete staple for cocktails. And the biggest boon about gowns is that they come in a multitude of different styles. Metallic gowns, slit gowns, silk gowns, floor-length gowns, and more are perfect for sipping cocktails and owning the dance floor, but the very recent moment of draped gowns shouldn't be missed. Draped gowns are slowly catching the hype, look very luxurious, and are a complete statement. We would highly recommend this one for the bride-to-be. 

Make A Statement With A Train

White & Black Printed Maxi Dress With Train

White & Black Printed Maxi Dress With Train

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A long, elegant train can elevate any outfit. Their presence relays luxury and sophistication and is also a super fun element. They go very well with different gowns and dresses, and they are another great pick for the bride-to-be as the main character. We recommend them with a sequin fit, as the sheerness of the train will beautifully complement the outfit, or a no-brainer would be to match it with your entire outfit with fun prints.
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