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The best black party dresses to shop now

You can never go wrong with an LBD.

By Gabriella Minchella
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The black party dress is a fashion icon that should be in every woman's wardrobe, especially during the festive season and, luckily for us, there are lots of chic styles to choose from this winter!

From slinky 90s slip dresses to ladylike ruffled wrap dresses, there really is an LBD out there for everyone, so buy now and wear forever. All you need is party heels and 'finishing touch' jewels, and you'll be ready to walk out of the door.

Shop our edit of the best black party dresses available to buy now...

1

Marks & Spencer M&S Collection Lace Midi Dress, £59

M&S Collection Lace Midi Dress, £59
Now 70% Off
Credit: Marks & Spencer

Add a touch of Victoriana to your party dress with elegant lace detailing. 

2

L.K. Bennett Black Velvet Crepe Dress, £275

Black Velvet Crepe Dress, £275
Credit: L.K. Bennett

The mix of velvet and crepe with playful sheer sleeves is pure luxury.

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3

Superdry Cami Midi Dress, £44.99

Cami Midi Dress, £44.99
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Add some print to your party wardrobe with this subtle leopard midi dress from Superdry.

4

Selfridges Topshop Floral ruffle-trimmed midi dress, £45

Topshop Floral ruffle-trimmed midi dress, £45
Now 22% Off
Credit: Selfridges

Add some fun to classic black with pops of metallic.

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5

Jigsaw Rosebud Velvet Dress, £199

Rosebud Velvet Dress, £199
Credit: Jigsaw

A velvet dress is a party season essential. We love this maxi style with floral detailing from Jigsaw.

6

Selfridges Maje Sequin-embellished midi dress, £315

Maje Sequin-embellished midi dress, £315
Now 20% Off
Credit: Selfridges

No party wardrobe is complete without sequins. 

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7

V by Very Frill Midi Dress, £45

Frill Midi Dress, £45
Credit: Very

You can't go wrong with a wrap dress. Wear with barely there sandals and gold jewels.

8

Needle & Thread Black embellished gown, £410

Black embellished gown, £410
Credit: Needle & Thread

Famous for its evening-wear, Needle & Thread will always be top of our wish list!

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9

Baukjen Cowl neck dress, £129

Cowl neck dress, £129
Credit: Baukjen

A slinky cowl neck dress feels effortless and sexy.

10

Next Emma Willis Satin Midi Dress, £48

Emma Willis Satin Midi Dress, £48
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Nipped-in waist, puff sleeves and luxe satin – what's not to love? 

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11

Mint Velvet Black Leopard Slip Midi Dress, £109

Black Leopard Slip Midi Dress, £109
Credit: Mint Velvet

Take inspiration from the 90s and opt for a slip dress this party season.

12

Zara Fringed sequin dress, £49.99

Fringed sequin dress, £49.99
Now 63% Off
Credit: Zara

Make a statement in sequins!

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13

Arket Drop-Waist Satin Dress, £89

Drop-Waist Satin Dress, £89
Now 70% Off
Credit: Arket

There's nothing more elegant than a simple satin dress in classic black. 

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