Wondering what and when to wear semi formal dresses? It is simple. Semi formal dresses should be worn to all events unless specified as ‘formal’ or ‘informal’ on the invitation. The type of events that might require semi formal attire would be cocktail parties and other late afternoon to early evening functions that are usually by invitation and would state the code of dress.

Today semi formal dresses might also be known more commonly as cocktail dresses. Smart and stylish is the look to go for. Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman springs to mind as a perfect example of a semi formal or cocktail dress. Remember the black number she wears down to the bar on her first evening of transformation into a ‘lady’ when Richard Gere doesn’t recognise her at first? It is simple yet sensational. You may glitz it up a little if you prefer, but this is the look to go for and something around that length. Knee length or just above or below the knee is perfect.

Fashion these days is fairly open to interpretation and although with men a tie might be a stipulation, with women it is harder to be so rigid as something that was not fashionable yesterday may be all the rage today.

Hemlines keep on changing with the times, but there are certain styles of dresses that never go out of fashion and if you find yourself one or two of these for your wardrobe you will never be at a loss for something to wear to a semi formal or formal occasion for that matter. A ‘little black dress’ which if you do not already have one I highly recommend purchasing, is the perfect garment, because it is suitable for both semi formal dresses and formal dresses. It can be dressed up or down and you are always prepared no matter how last minute your plans.

I hope you enjoy taking a look around this site as I am here to provide you with many different ideas of semi formal dresses, plus size formal dresses and cheap formal dresses. From prom dresses to cocktail dresses I hope you find the inspiration and if you are lucky the actual dress you are looking for!

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Designer cocktail dresses are a terrific choice for any evening outing whether it is a formal or semi-formal occasion. If you have a favorite label I suggest going directly to their website first to see what is available. After that you can start searching around for bargains and sales if there is time and you have the inclination.

eBay is a good place for bargains and if you have the patience your search can turn up some really great deals.

A couple of my favorite designer labels are Karen Millen, Jovani and Lauren by Ralph Lauren.

If you are looking for a range of designer cocktail dresses all in one place a good place to start is Bloomingdales. Here are a couple of the lovely designer cocktail dresses you will find there.

Ralph Lauren Dress “Carol” Square Neck Fit-and-Flare Silk Dress

Nanette Lepore “Pardesia” Satin Dress

Every woman needs a little black dress and if you don’t have one yet you must consider finding yourself one of these lovely classics. It goes with everything and can be dressed up or down to suit any occasion. Adding color by using accessories like silk scarves or belts to change the way it looks completely. This one dress will be worth a thousand dresses to you.

Here is a little black designer cocktail dress that I love.

You can this Long Sleeve Black Cocktail Dress
from Janique at eDressme.com

Have fun finding the perfect designer cocktail dresses for your special occasion.

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