Check the Extravagant Cocktail Gown Silhouettes to Start the Show

When it comes to finding the perfect cocktail gown, there are no set rules that define the perfect outfit. Inspiration and advice are endless from the silhouettes to colour palettes but ultimately it’s your approval that matters most.

The gown is an important part of your bridal trousseau because it can help you make a major style statement, should you choose to wear it at an evening reception, the Sangeet or a black-tie party.

Alternatively, if your wedding is a certain theme, you can design your cocktail gown to suit the affair. At the end of the day, your guests are excited to celebrate you and your loved one, so make sure your outfit lets you move around comfortably and mingle with your guests.

To spark some inspiration, we’ve rounded up the top styles to suit every type of bride. Scroll on to find the perfect look!

Floral Embroidery

As a bride-to-be, you can never go wrong with an embroidered number. Embroidery has the ability to add opulence and grandeur to any outfit. If you are a bride that doesn’t want to hold back on the drama, check out this icy-blue show-stopper of a dress.

This stunning satin cocktail gown comes with heavy floral embellishments that cover the skirt and the bodice. The A-line skirt allows for comfort and easy movement. There’s no doubt that all eyes will be on you in this powerful look. Just add some bangles and silver stilettos to complete the look! 

Sheer White

There’s no rule that says a bride can’t wear white to the pre-wedding functions so if you decide to go the white route, there are numerous options to choose from. While you don’t want to wear something that looks like a typical wedding dress, you don’t want to be too casual either.

This brings us to the classic white cocktail dress. This bride is adorned in a gorgeous outfit that comes with a sheer bodice and arms. The gown is intricately laced with a white geometrical pattern that gives the outfit an optical illusion effect.

The dress is enhanced by a sea of tulle around the dress. 

Ombre Pink

If you really want to bring in the theatrics with your cocktail gown, you can opt for a dress that is heavily embellished and plays in different colours. Make a dramatic statement in this one of a kind dress that incorporates a pink Ombré tone.

The bodice of this dress has an off-shoulder neckline that is embedded with intricate floral embroidery. It has a spectrum of pink shades that go from light to dark to give it an abstract look. The skirt of the dress is laced with gold roses that form a vine-like pattern.

A dress like this lets you have a major fashion moment at your wedding reception.

Peach Frills

For some brides, it’s ‘go big or go home’ with the wedding dress and we’re all about this trend. If the theme of your wedding is modern-chic, you want your dress to reflect this design aesthetic as well. This dress comes with a bold silhouette that will help you take your fashion game to a whole new level.

The peach cocktail gown hugs your body till the knees and flares out into ruffles made of tulle. Embroidered patterns take shape on the bodice of this stunning dress. An out-of-the-box dress like this one is sure to make an impact on your wedding guests.

Keep all the attention on the cocktail gown with a minimal jewellery pairing. 

Green Tulle

If you are not a fan of embellishments, use unique colour palettes to give your outfit a unique vibe. Take things down a notch in this understated yet totally elegant cocktail gown. The sheer bodice of the dress is patterned with silver embroidery and is layered over a pastel green bandeau.

The A-line tulle skirt is free of embellishments and is lined in a sequined border. Load up on the accessories to make your look more wedding-worthy.

Blush Pink

If your style aesthetic veers towards something that’s totally bold and unique, then you can make a big impact in a dramatic skirt that is embellished all-over. This incredible baby pink cocktail gown has a top and skirt that is draped with a netted pink jacket.

The tulle skirt with pink undertones is embedded with tiny golden hearts that add a cutesy factor to this look. To enhance this outfit, the jacket is also embellished with tiny floral beadwork all over. I

f you want to switch things up a bit, you can replace the flowers on the jacket with traditional embroidery to give it a more classic look. Add some pink bangles and Jhumkis for the finishing touch.

Peach Layer

If minimalism is your way of life, then embody this trait to the fullest. You can never go wrong with a solid colour and this dress is proof of that. The dress makes up for the minimal embellishments with a unique silhouette that is styled to perfection.

The bodice of the dress has a sweetheart neckline that is patterned with gold embroidery while the skirt has a double layer for maximum impact.

The first layer is made of silk while the second layer is made of tulle. A cocktail gown like this one values both comfort and style and is perfect for an evening reception that goes into the wee hours of the morning. A classic evening reception or a black-tie party gives you the opportunity to skip on the traditional wedding ensemble and opt for more daring looks.

Inspiration is endless when it comes to the cocktail gown, you can go with a ballroom gown or a more understated sheer number. However, given the myriad of options, it is better to have an idea of the colour palette and silhouette you want before you dive into the wedding planning.

We guarantee that these dress options will look and make you feel like a million bucks!

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