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Chic Gala Gowns for a City Event

A city gala calls for sophisticated gowns that blend urban elegance with statement detail. Luxe fabrics, modern silhouettes, and subtle touches of drama are key—think streamlined tailoring, bold textures, and a nod to trends without compromising timeless appeal. If you have a preferred color, budget, or wish to highlight a particular feature (e.g., sleeves, neckline), share more so I can fine-tune these recommendations!
@alexandrapereira
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Gown in Rich Jewel Tones
Deep jewel hues like emerald, sapphire, or ruby feel opulent and photograph beautifully under city lights. These shades are classic yet modern for a gala atmosphere.
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Gown in Rich Jewel Tones
@alexandrapereira
Deep jewel hues like emerald, sapphire, or ruby feel opulent and photograph beautifully under city lights. These shades are classic yet modern for a gala atmosphere.
Solace London Imani satin gown
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Solace London

Imani satin gown

$1,050

Mytheresa

Rebecca Vallance Charles embellished velvet gown
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Rebecca Vallance

Charles embellished velvet gown

$1,635

Mytheresa

Victoria Beckham Open-back gown
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Victoria Beckham

Open-back gown

$1,323

$1,890

Mytheresa

Rebecca Vallance Beatrice embellished crêpe gown
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Rebecca Vallance

Beatrice embellished crêpe gown

$1,695

Mytheresa

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@sophiaroe
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Satin Draped Gown
Draped satin gowns embody elegance and fluidity, a favorite for Fall 2025. The lustrous fabric catches ambient light and creates graceful movement, making it perfect for a formal city setting.
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Satin Draped Gown
@sophiaroe
Draped satin gowns embody elegance and fluidity, a favorite for Fall 2025. The lustrous fabric catches ambient light and creates graceful movement, making it perfect for a formal city setting.
ET OCHS Camilla Gown
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ET OCHS

Camilla Gown

$548

Revolve

The Sei Strapped Off Shoulder Gown
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The Sei

Strapped Off Shoulder Gown

$985

$1,231

FWRD

The Sei Asymmetrical Drape Gown With Tie
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The Sei

Asymmetrical Drape Gown With Tie

$1,300

FWRD

NBD Mirella Gown
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NBD

Mirella Gown

$289

Revolve

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@bridalguide
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Structured Sheath Gown with Textured Surface
A sheath silhouette with tweed, jacquard, or embossed texture balances classic tailoring with contemporary edge, suited to urban sophistication and the latest trends.
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Structured Sheath Gown with Textured Surface
@bridalguide
A sheath silhouette with tweed, jacquard, or embossed texture balances classic tailoring with contemporary edge, suited to urban sophistication and the latest trends.
Emilia Wickstead Sharon seersucker gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Sharon seersucker gown

$1,482

$2,470

Mytheresa

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Meshki Milena One Shoulder Crepe Maxi Dress - White
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Meshki

Milena One Shoulder Crepe Maxi Dress - White

$199

Meshki

Emilia Wickstead Bridal Laelia gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Bridal Laelia gown

$2,002

$2,860

Mytheresa

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Meshki Galia Satin Corset Gown - White
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Meshki

Galia Satin Corset Gown - White

$569

Meshki

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@carla_ginola
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Maximalist Print Gown
Bold, eye-catching prints are a key trend and make a memorable impression at a city gala, especially when styled in sleek, floor-length cuts.
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Maximalist Print Gown
@carla_ginola
Bold, eye-catching prints are a key trend and make a memorable impression at a city gala, especially when styled in sleek, floor-length cuts.
LAPOINTE Halter Ruched Gown
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LAPOINTE

Halter Ruched Gown

$1,350

Revolve

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La DoubleJ Roy one-shoulder printed silk-twill maxi dress
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La DoubleJ

Roy one-shoulder printed silk-twill maxi dress

$973

$1,390

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La DoubleJ Magnifico floral silk maxi dress
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La DoubleJ

Magnifico floral silk maxi dress

$1,850

Mytheresa

La DoubleJ Magnifico printed silk twill maxi dress
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La DoubleJ

Magnifico printed silk twill maxi dress

$1,850

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@elisalevallois
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One-Shoulder Cowl Neck Gown
Combining an asymmetrical neckline with soft draping is both avant-garde and flattering. This statement design is ideal for a contemporary, city-forward gala look.
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One-Shoulder Cowl Neck Gown
@elisalevallois
Combining an asymmetrical neckline with soft draping is both avant-garde and flattering. This statement design is ideal for a contemporary, city-forward gala look.
LAPOINTE Lightweight Satin Cowl Neck Gown
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LAPOINTE

Lightweight Satin Cowl Neck Gown

$347

$990

Revolve

Aya Muse Wisp Dress
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Aya Muse

Wisp Dress

$695

FWRD

Norma Kamali Drop Shoulder Maria Gown
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Norma Kamali

Drop Shoulder Maria Gown

$425

FWRD

Lovers and Friends Gisele Gown
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Lovers and Friends

Gisele Gown

$171

$228

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@styledbuy_
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Lace Panel Gown with Sheer Overlays
Sheer and lace panels add intrigue and sophistication, highlighting just the right amount of skin while staying formal—especially strong for evening events.
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Lace Panel Gown with Sheer Overlays
@styledbuy_
Sheer and lace panels add intrigue and sophistication, highlighting just the right amount of skin while staying formal—especially strong for evening events.
Retrofête Vespera Lace Dress
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Retrofête

Vespera Lace Dress

$998

FWRD

Stella McCartney Chantilly Lace Maxi Dress
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Stella McCartney

Chantilly Lace Maxi Dress

$2,728

$6,200

FWRD

Vaillant Satin Maxi Dress
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Vaillant

Satin Maxi Dress

$1,031

$1,494

Revolve

Stella McCartney Lace gown
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Stella McCartney

Lace gown

$3,745

$5,350

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@fabianacristinx
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Color-Blocked Gown
A color-blocked gown nods to Fall’s penchant for unexpected color pairings, creating a chic, architectural silhouette that stands out amidst classic black.
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Color-Blocked Gown
@fabianacristinx
A color-blocked gown nods to Fall’s penchant for unexpected color pairings, creating a chic, architectural silhouette that stands out amidst classic black.
Zhivago Ahead Of The Game Gown
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Zhivago

Ahead Of The Game Gown

$450

$600

Revolve

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Stella McCartney Miracle organza-trimmed two-tone crepe gown
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Stella McCartney

Miracle organza-trimmed two-tone crepe gown

$2,800

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Ronny Kobo River Dress
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Ronny Kobo

River Dress

$648

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Anna October Terrin Maxi Dress
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Anna October

Terrin Maxi Dress

$351

$835

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@moniquelhuillier
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Long Sleeve Gown with Statement Collar
Statement collars and dramatic sleeves are trending and lend high-impact city glamour, while long sleeves also provide comfort for air-conditioned venues.
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Long Sleeve Gown with Statement Collar
@moniquelhuillier
Statement collars and dramatic sleeves are trending and lend high-impact city glamour, while long sleeves also provide comfort for air-conditioned venues.
SIMKHAI Adelle draped satin gown
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SIMKHAI

Adelle draped satin gown

$1,030

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

Mytheresa

SIMKHAI Adelle Draped Satin Gown
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SIMKHAI

Adelle Draped Satin Gown

$845

SIMKHAI

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@lanitonnu
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Fringe-Trimmed Gown
Fringe embellishments are on the rise for formalwear, catching light and movement for a gala-ready, fashion-forward look.
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Fringe-Trimmed Gown
@lanitonnu
Fringe embellishments are on the rise for formalwear, catching light and movement for a gala-ready, fashion-forward look.
Deme by Gabriella Praia Dress
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Deme by Gabriella

Praia Dress

$480

Revolve

NICHOLAS Fiorella Long Sleeve Dress With Fringe
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NICHOLAS

Fiorella Long Sleeve Dress With Fringe

$545

Revolve

Taller Marmo Magnifique fringed crêpe gown
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Taller Marmo

Magnifique fringed crêpe gown

$952

$1,360

Mytheresa

BAOBAB Dua Dress
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BAOBAB

Dua Dress

$375

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@chbickley
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Metallic Gown
A gown in shimmering gold, silver, or bronze brings city sparkle to a gala event—metallics are a notable trend for evening wear this season.
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Metallic Gown
@chbickley
A gown in shimmering gold, silver, or bronze brings city sparkle to a gala event—metallics are a notable trend for evening wear this season.
Retrofête Fenella Dress
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Retrofête

Fenella Dress

$698

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SAU LEE Kennedy Gown
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SAU LEE

Kennedy Gown

$780

Revolve

Retrofête Josie Dress
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Retrofête

Josie Dress

$638

Revolve

Retrofête Waldorf Dress
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Retrofête

Waldorf Dress

$595

Revolve

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Meshki Violet Sleeveless Satin Maxi Dress - Soft Pink
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Meshki

Violet Sleeveless Satin Maxi Dress - Soft Pink

$132

$189

Meshki

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Meshki Kinsley Slinky Maxi Dress With Hardware - Black
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Meshki

Kinsley Slinky Maxi Dress With Hardware - Black

$129

Meshki

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Meshki Angelique Beaded Crepe Maxi Dress - Black
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Meshki

Angelique Beaded Crepe Maxi Dress - Black

$179

Meshki

Rick Owens Draped crepe de chine wrap gown
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Rick Owens

Draped crepe de chine wrap gown

$472

$1,885

Outnet

Safiyaa Rinoa caped crépe gown
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Safiyaa

Rinoa caped crépe gown

$1,368

$1,955

Mytheresa

Solace London Priya one-shoulder bow-embellished satin-twill gown
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Solace London

Priya one-shoulder bow-embellished satin-twill gown

$364

$910

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Safiyaa Anouk cutout crystal-embellished stretch-crepe gown
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Safiyaa

Anouk cutout crystal-embellished stretch-crepe gown

$671

$2,235

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Meshki Angelique Beaded Crepe Maxi Dress - Wine
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Meshki

Angelique Beaded Crepe Maxi Dress - Wine

$179

Meshki

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Alex Perry Strapless draped satin-crepe gown
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Alex Perry

Strapless draped satin-crepe gown

$1,400

$2,800

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Meshki Kinsley Slinky Maxi Dress With Hardware - Lagoon
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Meshki

Kinsley Slinky Maxi Dress With Hardware - Lagoon

$90

$129

Meshki

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Meshki Mattea Slinky And Mesh Maxi Dress With Scarf - Burgundy
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Meshki

Mattea Slinky And Mesh Maxi Dress With Scarf - Burgundy

$139

Meshki

Maticevski An Ode bustier crêpe gown
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Maticevski

An Ode bustier crêpe gown

$2,408

$3,440

Mytheresa

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Solace London Satin twill-trimmed crepe gown
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Solace London

Satin twill-trimmed crepe gown

$663

$1,105

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Meshki Dalia Off Shoulder Satin Maxi Dress - Dark Chocolate
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Meshki

Dalia Off Shoulder Satin Maxi Dress - Dark Chocolate

$255

Meshki

Elie Saab Floral sequined strapless gown
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Elie Saab

Floral sequined strapless gown

$9,250

Mytheresa

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Meshki Mattea Slinky And Mesh Maxi Dress With Scarf - Black
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Meshki

Mattea Slinky And Mesh Maxi Dress With Scarf - Black

$139

Meshki

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Meshki Dalia Off Shoulder Satin Maxi Dress - Black
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Meshki

Dalia Off Shoulder Satin Maxi Dress - Black

$255

Meshki

SIMKHAI Valencia Draped Satin Gown
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SIMKHAI

Valencia Draped Satin Gown

$1,350

SIMKHAI

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Maticevski Residence strapless embellished crepe gown
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Maticevski

Residence strapless embellished crepe gown

$2,769

$3,955

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Safiyaa Wool-blend crêpe gown
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Safiyaa

Wool-blend crêpe gown

$1,290

$1,843

Mytheresa

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Meshki Kenny Diamante One Shoulder Maxi Dress - Navy
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Meshki

Kenny Diamante One Shoulder Maxi Dress - Navy

$249

Meshki

Solace London Nuri draped gown
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Solace London

Nuri draped gown

$412

$825

Mytheresa

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Meshki Lianne Strapless Maxi Dress - Black
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Meshki

Lianne Strapless Maxi Dress - Black

$199

Meshki

Safiyaa Bellara off-the-shoulder cape-effect embellished stretch-crepe gown
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Safiyaa

Bellara off-the-shoulder cape-effect embellished stretch-crepe gown

$1,118

$2,795

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Meshki Violet Sleeveless Satin Maxi Dress - Black
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Meshki

Violet Sleeveless Satin Maxi Dress - Black

$189

Meshki

Solace London Tiffany crystal-embellished strapless pleated satin-twill gown
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Solace London

Tiffany crystal-embellished strapless pleated satin-twill gown

$840

$2,100

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Solace London Alba one-shoulder draped satin-twill gown
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Solace London

Alba one-shoulder draped satin-twill gown

$483

$965

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Meshki Jasmine Strapless Satin Maxi Dress - Dark Chocolate
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Meshki

Jasmine Strapless Satin Maxi Dress - Dark Chocolate

$255

Meshki

ET OCHS Rowena cutout cady gown
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ET OCHS

Rowena cutout cady gown

$255

$1,695

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Meshki Ashford Asymmetrical Slinky Maxi Dress - Chocolate
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Meshki

Ashford Asymmetrical Slinky Maxi Dress - Chocolate

$155

Meshki

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Meshki Janette Recycled Nylon And Mesh Sleeveless Maxi Dress - Navy
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Meshki

Janette Recycled Nylon And Mesh Sleeveless Maxi Dress - Navy

$40

$105

Meshki

SABINA BILENKO Crystal-embellished sequined mikado gown
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SABINA BILENKO

Crystal-embellished sequined mikado gown

$3,854

$12,845

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Roksanda Demetria cape-effect pleated crepe gown
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Roksanda

Demetria cape-effect pleated crepe gown

$1,075

$2,150

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SIMKHAI Briella Embellished Gown
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SIMKHAI

Briella Embellished Gown

$1,395

SIMKHAI

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Meshki Henley Slinky Drape Maxi Dress - Wine
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Meshki

Henley Slinky Drape Maxi Dress - Wine

$119

Meshki

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Safiyaa Ginevra cape-effect embellished crepe gown
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Safiyaa

Ginevra cape-effect embellished crepe gown

$1,006

$2,515

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Meshki Baldwin Sequin Cut Out Maxi Dress - Mahogany
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Meshki

Baldwin Sequin Cut Out Maxi Dress - Mahogany

$185

Meshki

Vivienne Westwood Nova Cocotte crêpe satin bustier gown
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Vivienne Westwood

Nova Cocotte crêpe satin bustier gown

$8,240

Mytheresa

Costarellos Embellished off-shoulder tulle gown
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Costarellos

Embellished off-shoulder tulle gown

$3,240

Mytheresa

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Meshki Rosella Satin Strapless Maxi Dress - Cyan Blue
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Meshki

Rosella Satin Strapless Maxi Dress - Cyan Blue

$155

$259

Meshki