Cocktail Attire
Mar 1, 2019

15 Cocktail Dresses for Every Summer Occasion

by Bianca Nieves

So you've finally set your OOO email, and the only thing left between you and your dream summer vacation is the formidable task of packing your suitcase. Setting aside the essentials is easy, but when you move onto your special-occasion pieces, that's things get tricky.

Instead of drowning in a sea of skirts, statement blouse, and pant suits, we highly suggest you opt for cocktail dresses. Not only do they take up the least amount of space in your suitcase, but they can be easily dressed up or down and worn more than once, depending on your destination.

That's why we've rounded up the best summer cocktail dresses for every vacation. Pair these lovely numbers with sandals, denim jackets, combat boots, or "ugly" sneakers and you'll be one step closer to leaving your overpacking days behind you.

Floral Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Uma Floral Dress

Have you heard? One shoulder is the new off-the-shoulder.

Available in sizes 0 to 10.

Red Summer Mini Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Go mini and go bold with a fiery red.

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Pleated Skirt Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Flared-Sleeve Dress

Shine on with this metallic number.

Available in sizes 14 to 24.

Satin Midi Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Ruched Stretch-Satin Midi Dress

The ruched detail will define your shape.

Available in sizes 0 to 12.

Lace Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Romy Lace Bell Sleeve Dress

Little House on the Prairie, but make it fashion.

Available in sizes 0 to 8.

Draped Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Violeta by Mango

Keep things interesting with a drape detailing.

Available in sizes 10 to 18.

Ruched Midi Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Ruching is back (and better than ever).

Available in sizes 36 to 40.

Ruffle Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Ruffle-Hem Tank Dress

Loving all things lavender.

Available in sizes X to 4X.

Polka Dot Lace Satin Slip Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Polka Dot Lace Satin Slip Dress

Lace and polka dots were made for each other.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Form Fitting Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

A little ruffle is never a bad idea.

Available in sizes 0 to 12.

Textured Ruffled Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Textured Ruffled Dress

Gen Z yellow is taking over.

Available in sizes 2 to 8.

Plus Size Midi Check Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Midi Dress With Pep Hem

What's better than gingham? Contrasted gingham.

Available in sizes 12 to 28.

Bodice Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Bella Bodice Dress

A dressed-up take on a seasonal floral frock.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Sash Arm Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Sarah Arm Sash Dress

Bring on a bit of drama, starting with one sleeve.

Available in sizes 2 to 12.

Knotted Midi Cocktail Dresses for Vacation

Videka Knotted Midi Dress

LBDs, always.

Available in sizes S to L.

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