Collection: Evening Dresses

Shop evening dresses for 2027 at ForYouDresses for galas, black-tie events, weddings, formal dinners and special celebrations. Discover elegant long gowns, fitted and mermaid silhouettes, A-line dresses, satin styles, sparkling beaded looks and sophisticated formal dresses in a wide range of colors and sizes.

Find the right look for your event by exploring formal dresses, black-tie and ball gowns, wedding guest dresses, mother of the bride and groom dresses and plus size formal dresses. Shop current sizes, colors and availability on each product page before ordering.

How to choose your evening dress

Start with your event. For a black-tie gala or ball, choose a floor-length gown - beaded, sequin, satin or velvet-look styles photograph beautifully at night. For a formal dinner, wedding or celebration, a fitted mermaid, a flowing A-line or an elegant satin dress gives you a polished look without feeling overdressed. Rich evening colors like navy, black, emerald, burgundy, red and champagne work at almost every formal event, in every season.

Sizing and ordering, in simple words

Most evening dresses here come in sizes 0 to 16, and every dress page includes a size chart. Formal sizing is different from everyday clothes, so measure your bust, waist and hips and order by the chart, not by your usual size. If you are between sizes, the larger size is usually easier for a tailor to adjust. Orders are processed in 1 to 3 business days and shipped within the US only, with free US ground shipping on orders over $299. Order 2 to 3 weeks before your event when you can, so your dress arrives with time for shoes, accessories and any small alterations.

What is the difference between an evening dress and a ball gown?

An evening dress is any elegant long dress for a formal night event. A ball gown is a fuller style, usually with a wide skirt, made for black-tie balls and very formal galas.

What should I wear to a gala?

A long gown in satin, sequin or beaded fabric is the safest gala choice. Add simple jewelry and a clutch, and let the dress be the main piece.

Can I return an evening dress?

Returns are accepted within 5 days of receipt for full store credit, following the return policy on our site. Please keep tags attached until you are sure about your dress.