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What to Wear for a Black-Tie Winter Wedding in NYC (On Sale)

A black-tie winter wedding in New York calls for dramatic, opulent gowns in luxe fabrics and rich hues—think velvet, satin, and jewel tones—balanced with contemporary details or classic silhouettes. Longer lengths, sleeve coverage, and a bit of sparkle offer style and warmth for colder temps (NYC in winter often ranges from 32°F–45°F/0°C–7°C). All suggestions focus on sale-friendly styles, with nods to both timeless elegance and 2025 trends. Let me know your size, color preferences, or favorite retailers for a more personalized list!
@anna___chybisova
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Long-Sleeve Velvet Gown
Velvet is a sophisticated, cozy choice for winter formality, especially in deep jewel tones. Long sleeves add warmth—perfect for NYC's chilly evenings—and they're easy to find on sale during winter clearance events.
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Long-Sleeve Velvet Gown
@anna___chybisova
Velvet is a sophisticated, cozy choice for winter formality, especially in deep jewel tones. Long sleeves add warmth—perfect for NYC's chilly evenings—and they're easy to find on sale during winter clearance events.
Miss Sohee Embellished velvet gown
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Miss Sohee

Embellished velvet gown

$2,642

$5,285

Mytheresa

Miss Sohee Embellished cotton-blend velvet gown
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Miss Sohee

Embellished cotton-blend velvet gown

$1,440

$4,800

Mytheresa

Monique Lhuillier Belted velvet gown
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Monique Lhuillier

Belted velvet gown

$4,352

$5,440

Mytheresa

Alessandra Rich Embellished velvet gown
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Alessandra Rich

Embellished velvet gown

$2,022

$3,370

Mytheresa

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@xeniaadonts
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Satin Gown in Jewel Tones
Satin gleams under evening lights and feels ultra-luxe in colors like emerald, sapphire, or burgundy—ideal for city glam and black-tie dress codes. Jewel-tone gowns often go on sale at major retailers after holiday party season.
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Satin Gown in Jewel Tones
@xeniaadonts
Satin gleams under evening lights and feels ultra-luxe in colors like emerald, sapphire, or burgundy—ideal for city glam and black-tie dress codes. Jewel-tone gowns often go on sale at major retailers after holiday party season.
The New Arrivals Ilkyaz Ozel Sisu bow-detail satin gown
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The New Arrivals Ilkyaz Ozel

Sisu bow-detail satin gown

$788

$985

Mytheresa

The Sei Draped silk satin gown
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The Sei

Draped silk satin gown

$1,368

$1,710

Mytheresa

The Sei Silk satin wrap gown
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The Sei

Silk satin wrap gown

$1,256

$1,570

Mytheresa

Vivienne Westwood Astral draped satin gown
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Vivienne Westwood

Astral draped satin gown

$4,084

$5,835

Mytheresa

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@dani_elle_laz
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Gown with Sheer or Lace Sleeves
Sheer or lace sleeves provide delicate coverage for winter, bridging classic and contemporary. The detail adds visual interest while keeping the look appropriate for formal city weddings.
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Gown with Sheer or Lace Sleeves
@dani_elle_laz
Sheer or lace sleeves provide delicate coverage for winter, bridging classic and contemporary. The detail adds visual interest while keeping the look appropriate for formal city weddings.
Jenny Packham Sylvia embellished gown
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Jenny Packham

Sylvia embellished gown

$3,010

$4,300

Mytheresa

Elie Saab Embellished gown
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Elie Saab

Embellished gown

$5,600

$8,000

Mytheresa

Jenny Packham Sylvia embellished gown
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Jenny Packham

Sylvia embellished gown

$3,440

$4,300

Mytheresa

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Dolce&Gabbana Silk-blend lace and pleated chiffon gown
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Dolce&Gabbana

Silk-blend lace and pleated chiffon gown

$3,957

$6,595

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@juliaberolzheimer
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Maximalist Print Gown
Maximalist prints—bold florals, mixed patterns—are a Fall 2025 trend and striking for NYC’s fashion-forward crowd. Statement gowns often get marked down after the holiday and resort seasons.
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Maximalist Print Gown
@juliaberolzheimer
Maximalist prints—bold florals, mixed patterns—are a Fall 2025 trend and striking for NYC’s fashion-forward crowd. Statement gowns often get marked down after the holiday and resort seasons.
Saloni Fabienne Long Dress
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Saloni

Fabienne Long Dress

$597

$995

Shopbop

Camila Coelho Lyra Maxi Dress
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Camila Coelho

Lyra Maxi Dress

$280

$368

Revolve

Versace Printed halterneck gown
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Versace

Printed halterneck gown

$6,503

$9,290

Mytheresa

Etro Printed metallic plissé silk-blend fil coupe gown
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Etro

Printed metallic plissé silk-blend fil coupe gown

$4,750

$9,500

Net-a-Porter

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@lovelybride
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Draped or Cowl Neck Gown
Draped and cowl necklines offer elegant folds and fluidity, a major trend for 2025. These cuts feel glamorous and flattering, often in silky fabrics that work for black-tie dress codes and winter layers.
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Draped or Cowl Neck Gown
@lovelybride
Draped and cowl necklines offer elegant folds and fluidity, a major trend for 2025. These cuts feel glamorous and flattering, often in silky fabrics that work for black-tie dress codes and winter layers.
Rebecca Vallance Domenica halterneck gown
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Rebecca Vallance

Domenica halterneck gown

$756

$945

Mytheresa

TOVE Azalea sequined gown
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TOVE

Azalea sequined gown

$1,244

$1,555

Mytheresa

David Koma Draped gown
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David Koma

Draped gown

$1,312

$1,875

Mytheresa

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ALBERTA FERRETTI Draped jersey gown
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ALBERTA FERRETTI

Draped jersey gown

$745

$1,490

Outnet

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@overthemoon
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Structured Sheath Gown with Textured Surfaces
A tailored sheath with tweed, jacquard, or subtle metallic texture channels classic NYC sophistication and stands out among traditional satins. Bonus: designers often discount these post-holidays.
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Structured Sheath Gown with Textured Surfaces
@overthemoon
A tailored sheath with tweed, jacquard, or subtle metallic texture channels classic NYC sophistication and stands out among traditional satins. Bonus: designers often discount these post-holidays.
Emilia Wickstead Sharon seersucker gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Sharon seersucker gown

$1,482

$2,470

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Emilia Wickstead Laelia cloque bustier gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Laelia cloque bustier gown

$2,132

$2,665

Mytheresa

Emilia Wickstead Micheline cloqué gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Micheline cloqué gown

$2,312

$2,890

Mytheresa

Emilia Wickstead Bridal Laelia gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Bridal Laelia gown

$2,002

$2,860

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@lanitonnu
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Fringe-Trim Gown
Fringe as an embellishing border or overlay is a holiday 2025 standout. This detail adds festive drama without sacrificing black-tie polish—look out for these styles in winter and post-NYE sales.
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Fringe-Trim Gown
@lanitonnu
Fringe as an embellishing border or overlay is a holiday 2025 standout. This detail adds festive drama without sacrificing black-tie polish—look out for these styles in winter and post-NYE sales.
Taller Marmo Magnifique fringed crêpe gown
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Taller Marmo

Magnifique fringed crêpe gown

$952

$1,360

Mytheresa

Bronx and Banco Bali Gown
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Bronx and Banco

Bali Gown

$552

$950

Revolve

Bronx and Banco Valeria Fringe Maxi Dress
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Bronx and Banco

Valeria Fringe Maxi Dress

$814

$1,100

Revolve

Stella McCartney Tinsel Bustier Dress
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Stella McCartney

Tinsel Bustier Dress

$1,755

$2,700

FWRD

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@hannamw
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Pleated Metallic Gown
Shimmering pleated gowns bring movement and a 24/7-sequins vibe, a trend for the upcoming season. Metallic shades (but not ivory or white) catch the light beautifully at formal winter weddings.
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Pleated Metallic Gown
@hannamw
Shimmering pleated gowns bring movement and a 24/7-sequins vibe, a trend for the upcoming season. Metallic shades (but not ivory or white) catch the light beautifully at formal winter weddings.
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Retrofête Mallory strapless cutout lamé maxi dress
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Retrofête

Mallory strapless cutout lamé maxi dress

$272

$678

Outnet

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Retrofête Zinnia pleated lamé maxi dress
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Retrofête

Zinnia pleated lamé maxi dress

$270

$598

Outnet

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Retrofête Carolina pleated lamé maxi dress
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Retrofête

Carolina pleated lamé maxi dress

$270

$598

Outnet

Costarellos Gathered metallic plissé gown
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Costarellos

Gathered metallic plissé gown

$1,192

$1,704

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@taisiamarandici
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Gown with Statement Collar or Victorian Detail
Oversized collars, lace yokes, or subtle puff sleeves add a romantic twist to winter formalwear—a nod to the Victorian accents trend. These details also feel extra-special for an elegant urban setting.
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Gown with Statement Collar or Victorian Detail
@taisiamarandici
Oversized collars, lace yokes, or subtle puff sleeves add a romantic twist to winter formalwear—a nod to the Victorian accents trend. These details also feel extra-special for an elegant urban setting.
Rebecca Vallance Amery embellished puff-sleeve gown
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Rebecca Vallance

Amery embellished puff-sleeve gown

$1,221

$1,745

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Rebecca Vallance Amery embellished puff-sleeve gown
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Rebecca Vallance

Amery embellished puff-sleeve gown

$1,221

$1,745

Mytheresa

Rodarte Lace-trimmed silk-blend satin gown
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Rodarte

Lace-trimmed silk-blend satin gown

$1,056

$1,760

Mytheresa

Monique Lhuillier Belted velvet gown
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Monique Lhuillier

Belted velvet gown

$4,352

$5,440

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Safiyaa Karla crêpe gown
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Safiyaa

Karla crêpe gown

$643

$2,145

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Pollina crêpe gown
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Safiyaa

Pollina crêpe gown

$1,368

$1,955

Mytheresa

Amanda Uprichard x REVOLVE Conetta Gown
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Amanda Uprichard

x REVOLVE Conetta Gown

$91

$260

Revolve

Safiyaa Embellished gown
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Safiyaa

Embellished gown

$1,128

$2,820

Mytheresa

Emilia Wickstead Oakberry midi dress
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Emilia Wickstead

Oakberry midi dress

$1,606

$2,295

Mytheresa

Erdem Malvina embellished silk gown
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Erdem

Malvina embellished silk gown

$3,286

$4,695

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Lilien caped crepe gown
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Safiyaa

Lilien caped crepe gown

$1,257

$2,095

Mytheresa

Victoria Beckham Asymmetric ruched jersey gown
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Victoria Beckham

Asymmetric ruched jersey gown

$764

$955

Mytheresa

Emilia Wickstead Dareen gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Dareen gown

$1,008

$1,680

Mytheresa

Taller Marmo Sifnos one-shoulder crêpe cady gown
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Taller Marmo

Sifnos one-shoulder crêpe cady gown

$537

$1,075

Mytheresa

The New Arrivals Ilkyaz Ozel Orreda off-shoulder gown
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The New Arrivals Ilkyaz Ozel

Orreda off-shoulder gown

$580

$1,450

Mytheresa

Emilia Wickstead Oakley pleated crêpe maxi dress
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Emilia Wickstead

Oakley pleated crêpe maxi dress

$1,393

$1,990

Mytheresa

Chloé Caped gown
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Chloé

Caped gown

$1,374

$2,290

Mytheresa

Emilia Wickstead Alyvia gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Alyvia gown

$1,100

$2,200

Mytheresa

SIR. Poppy Column Dress
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SIR.

Poppy Column Dress

$345

$690

Shopbop

Jacquemus Sabre jersey maxi dress
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Jacquemus

Sabre jersey maxi dress

$1,389

$1,985

Mytheresa

Nookie Lust One Shoulder Gown
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Nookie

Lust One Shoulder Gown

$105

$299

Revolve

Max Mara Rea maxi dress
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Max Mara

Rea maxi dress

$1,505

$2,150

Mytheresa

Valentino Caped feather-trimmed silk gown
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Valentino

Caped feather-trimmed silk gown

$13,200

$22,000

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Caped gown
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Safiyaa

Caped gown

$921

$1,535

Mytheresa

Markarian Off-shoulder silk midi dress
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Markarian

Off-shoulder silk midi dress

$1,152

$2,305

Mytheresa

Elie Saab Bow-detail ruched jersey gown
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Elie Saab

Bow-detail ruched jersey gown

$2,495

$3,565

Mytheresa

THE ATTICO Caped silk midi dress
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THE ATTICO

Caped silk midi dress

$1,533

$2,190

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Embellished crêpe gown
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Safiyaa

Embellished crêpe gown

$2,124

$2,655

Mytheresa

Alessandra Rich Bow-detail lace gown
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Alessandra Rich

Bow-detail lace gown

$1,767

$2,525

Mytheresa

Erdem Floral silk voile gown
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Erdem

Floral silk voile gown

$2,726

$3,895

Mytheresa

Fforme Joy pleated jersey maxi dress
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Fforme

Joy pleated jersey maxi dress

$1,914

$3,190

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Reda gathered satin gown
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Safiyaa

Reda gathered satin gown

$1,117

$2,235

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Ginkgo caped gown
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Safiyaa

Ginkgo caped gown

$921

$1,535

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Taller Marmo Ubud Extravaganza feather-trimmed gown
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Taller Marmo

Ubud Extravaganza feather-trimmed gown

$1,419

$2,365

Mytheresa

Rotate Embellished mesh maxi dress
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Rotate

Embellished mesh maxi dress

$332

$415

Mytheresa

Elie Saab Draped one-shoulder gown
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Elie Saab

Draped one-shoulder gown

$1,351

$1,930

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Starlana feather-trimmed off-shoulder gown
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Safiyaa

Starlana feather-trimmed off-shoulder gown

$1,498

$2,140

Mytheresa

Taller Marmo Sifnos one-shoulder maxi dress
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Taller Marmo

Sifnos one-shoulder maxi dress

$537

$1,075

Mytheresa

Vivienne Westwood Astral draped satin gown
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Vivienne Westwood

Astral draped satin gown

$4,084

$5,835

Mytheresa

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Ronny Kobo Kallista Dress - Black
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Ronny Kobo

Kallista Dress - Black

$249

$648

Ronny Kobo

Rodarte Tiered silk tulle gown
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Rodarte

Tiered silk tulle gown

$1,358

$1,940

Mytheresa

Oscar de la Renta Off-shoulder wool-blend gown
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Oscar de la Renta

Off-shoulder wool-blend gown

$2,645

$5,290

Mytheresa

Emilia Wickstead Uriela plissé satin gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Uriela plissé satin gown

$1,886

$2,695

Mytheresa

Polo Ralph Lauren Velvet maxi dress
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Polo Ralph Lauren

Velvet maxi dress

$238

$340

Mytheresa