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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.
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Solace London Imani satin gown
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Solace London

Imani satin gown

$1,050

Mytheresa

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Rebecca Vallance Charles embellished velvet gown
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Rebecca Vallance

Charles embellished velvet gown

$1,635

Mytheresa

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MARMAR HALIM Draped pleated silk chiffon gown
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MARMAR HALIM

Draped pleated silk chiffon gown

$5,120

Mytheresa

Victoria Beckham Open-back gown
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Victoria Beckham

Open-back gown

$1,323

$1,890

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.
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ET OCHS Camilla Gown
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ET OCHS

Camilla Gown

$548

Revolve

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The Sei Strapped Off Shoulder Gown
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The Sei

Strapped Off Shoulder Gown

$1,231

FWRD

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The Sei Asymmetrical Drape Gown With Tie
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The Sei

Asymmetrical Drape Gown With Tie

$1,300

FWRD

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Rachel Gilbert Duke Gown
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Rachel Gilbert

Duke Gown

$1,197

$1,595

FWRD

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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.
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Emilia Wickstead Sharon seersucker gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Sharon seersucker gown

$1,482

$2,470

Mytheresa

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Emilia Wickstead Bridal Laelia gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Bridal Laelia gown

$2,860

Mytheresa

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Emilia Wickstead Laelia cloque bustier gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Laelia cloque bustier gown

$2,665

Mytheresa

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Emilia Wickstead Micheline floral cloqué gown
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Emilia Wickstead

Micheline floral cloqué gown

$2,715

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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.
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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

$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

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La DoubleJ Magnifico printed silk twill maxi dress
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La DoubleJ

Magnifico printed silk twill maxi dress

$1,850

Mytheresa

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Retrofête Emryn Dress
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Retrofête

Emryn Dress

$2,998

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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.
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LAPOINTE Lightweight Satin Cowl Neck Gown
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LAPOINTE

Lightweight Satin Cowl Neck Gown

$337

$990

Revolve

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Rebecca Vallance Domenica halterneck gown
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Rebecca Vallance

Domenica halterneck gown

$756

$945

Mytheresa

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Badgley Mischka Draped crepe gown
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Badgley Mischka

Draped crepe gown

$358

$795

Outnet

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The Sei Asymmetrical Drape Gown With Tie
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The Sei

Asymmetrical Drape Gown With Tie

$1,300

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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.
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Stella McCartney Lace gown
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Stella McCartney

Lace gown

$3,745

$5,350

Mytheresa

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Vivienne Westwood Bridal Lace Minerva semi-sheer open-back gown
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Vivienne Westwood

Bridal Lace Minerva semi-sheer open-back gown

$4,950

Mytheresa

Nensi Dojaka Cutout sequined lace-trimmed gown
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Nensi Dojaka

Cutout sequined lace-trimmed gown

$2,226

$3,181

Mytheresa

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Elie Saab Embroidered tulle bustier gown
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Elie Saab

Embroidered tulle bustier gown

$5,300

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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.
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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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Stella McCartney Miracle paneled gown
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Stella McCartney

Miracle paneled gown

$2,800

Mytheresa

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Roland Mouret Embellished peplum satin crêpe gown
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Roland Mouret

Embellished peplum satin crêpe gown

$1,690

Mytheresa

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Christopher John Rogers Strapless color-block silk-taffeta gown
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Christopher John Rogers

Strapless color-block silk-taffeta gown

$3,495

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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.
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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

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Monique Lhuillier Belted velvet gown
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Monique Lhuillier

Belted velvet gown

$5,440

Mytheresa

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Solace London Olivia draped gown
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Solace London

Olivia draped gown

$825

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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.
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Deme by Gabriella Praia Dress
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Deme by Gabriella

Praia Dress

$480

Revolve

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Michael Costello x REVOVLE Mathilde Maxi Dress
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Michael Costello

x REVOVLE Mathilde Maxi Dress

$262

$278

Revolve

Taller Marmo Magnifique fringed crêpe gown
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Taller Marmo

Magnifique fringed crêpe gown

$952

$1,360

Mytheresa

Taller Marmo Magnifique fringed gown
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Taller Marmo

Magnifique fringed gown

$1,088

$1,360

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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 Josie Dress
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Retrofête

Josie Dress

$638

Revolve

Retrofête Waldorf Dress
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Retrofête

Waldorf Dress

$595

Revolve

Retrofête Doss Dress
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Retrofête

Doss Dress

$595

Revolve

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Maria Lucia Hohan Cecilia silk tulle corset gown
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Maria Lucia Hohan

Cecilia silk tulle corset gown

$2,250

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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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Safiyaa Wool-blend crêpe gown
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Safiyaa

Wool-blend crêpe gown

$1,290

$1,843

Mytheresa

Solace London Jodi strapless crepe and satin-twill gown
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Solace London

Jodi strapless crepe and satin-twill gown

$483

$965

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Jenny Packham Sandrine embellished cutout cady gown
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Jenny Packham

Sandrine embellished cutout cady gown

$1,910

$3,820

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MARCHESA NOTTE Embellished tulle-paneled draped crepe gown
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MARCHESA NOTTE

Embellished tulle-paneled draped crepe gown

$466

$895

Outnet

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Jenny Packham Night Flowering embellished stretch-crepe gown
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Jenny Packham

Night Flowering embellished stretch-crepe gown

$3,570

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Maticevski Residence strapless embellished crepe gown
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Maticevski

Residence strapless embellished crepe gown

$3,955

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Maticevski Ironworks strapless mesh-trimmed ruffled crepe gown
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Maticevski

Ironworks strapless mesh-trimmed ruffled crepe gown

$2,238

$5,595

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Jenny Packham Strapless embellished crepe gown
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Jenny Packham

Strapless embellished crepe gown

$2,003

$4,005

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Solace London Floris off-the-shoulder satin-twill and crepe gown
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Solace London

Floris off-the-shoulder satin-twill and crepe gown

$330

$825

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Zuhair Murad Embellished draped cady gown
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Zuhair Murad

Embellished draped cady gown

$4,455

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Monique Lhuillier Embroidered off-shoulder tulle gown
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Monique Lhuillier

Embroidered off-shoulder tulle gown

$14,265

Mytheresa

Safiyaa Pollina crêpe gown
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Safiyaa

Pollina crêpe gown

$1,368

$1,955

Mytheresa

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Rick Owens Draped crepe de chine wrap gown
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Rick Owens

Draped crepe de chine wrap gown

$566

$1,885

Outnet

Gucci Crystal-embellished open-back crepe gown
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Gucci

Crystal-embellished open-back crepe gown

$5,980

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SABINA BILENKO Mallow one-shoulder draped crepe gown
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SABINA BILENKO

Mallow one-shoulder draped crepe gown

$2,820

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Giambattista Valli One-shoulder draped jersey gown
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Giambattista Valli

One-shoulder draped jersey gown

$3,620

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Safiyaa Clemenza crêpe gown
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Safiyaa

Clemenza crêpe gown

$2,555

Mytheresa

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Jenny Packham Zadie caped embellished gown
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Jenny Packham

Zadie caped embellished gown

$4,765

Mytheresa

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Solace London Satin twill-trimmed crepe gown
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Solace London

Satin twill-trimmed crepe gown

$1,105

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Solace London Zaya one-shoulder belted crepe maxi dress
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Solace London

Zaya one-shoulder belted crepe maxi dress

$315

$630

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Solace London Lyla off-the-shoulder crepe gown
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Solace London

Lyla off-the-shoulder crepe gown

$455

$910

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Solace London Elisa one-sleeve crepe gown
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Solace London

Elisa one-sleeve crepe gown

$302

$755

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Jacquemus Alba crepe mock-neck maxi dress
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Jacquemus

Alba crepe mock-neck maxi dress

$1,790

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Safiyaa Rinoa caped crépe gown
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Safiyaa

Rinoa caped crépe gown

$1,955

Mytheresa

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Rebecca Vallance Mischa embellished gathered stretch-jersey gown
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Rebecca Vallance

Mischa embellished gathered stretch-jersey gown

$795

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Oscar de la Renta Cape-effect embellished stretch-silk crepe gown
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Oscar de la Renta

Cape-effect embellished stretch-silk crepe gown

$2,995

$5,990

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Jenny Packham Darcy crystal-embellished sequined tulle gown
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Jenny Packham

Darcy crystal-embellished sequined tulle gown

$1,657

$3,313

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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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Stella McCartney Crêpe jersey gown
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Stella McCartney

Crêpe jersey gown

$2,400

Mytheresa

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16Arlington Reatta one-shoulder gathered crepe gown
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16Arlington

Reatta one-shoulder gathered crepe gown

$790

$1,580

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Maticevski Synergies asymmetric ruffled gown
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Maticevski

Synergies asymmetric ruffled gown

$5,120

Mytheresa

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Zuhair Murad Cape-effect embellished cady gown
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Zuhair Murad

Cape-effect embellished cady gown

$5,255

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Safiyaa Embellished crêpe gown
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Safiyaa

Embellished crêpe gown

$2,875

Mytheresa

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Stella McCartney Open-back cady gown
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Stella McCartney

Open-back cady gown

$2,500

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MARCHESA NOTTE Cape-effect embellished embroidered tulle-trimmed stretch-crepe gown
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MARCHESA NOTTE

Cape-effect embellished embroidered tulle-trimmed stretch-crepe gown

$448

$895

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Jenny Packham Bittersweet beaded caped gown
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Jenny Packham

Bittersweet beaded caped gown

$4,890

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Emilia Wickstead Malcolm open-back cloqué maxi dress
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Emilia Wickstead

Malcolm open-back cloqué maxi dress

$2,100

$5,250

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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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Solace London Alba embellished draped satin gown
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Solace London

Alba embellished draped satin gown

$1,680

$2,100

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