From the little black dress to tailored suits, shop expert and editors’ picks for the best cocktail attire to wear in 2025.

Whether you're attending a wedding that calls for a semi-formal dress code or have been invited to a garden party, here are the best cocktail dresses for older women to shop now.

Black velvet cocktail dress: Buy from Azazie, $39. Silver drop necklace: Buy from Amazon, $30.99. Silver rhinestone hoops: Buy from Amazon, $12.36. Black and silver heels: Buy from DSW, $59.99.

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A bridesmaid was instructed to wear cocktail attire to a couple's rehearsal dinner — but was then given pizza outside, where she 'froze [her] a-- off' in a short dress. The wedding also had high ...

If a dress code has been assigned but you still have no idea what to wear, we’ve got you covered with dress options and all the info you need to know for the big day.

What's appropriate for a cocktail attire dress code can vary depending on the occasion, the time of year, and even the hosts. But there are some key rules to keep in mind.