Designer Formal & Evening Dresses

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The selection of designer formal dresses Australia has on offer is superb, including the Bottega Veneta Fluid Tassel Dress. This style is a slim fit halter neck dress and features an open back. It features a wrap around neck with button fastened tassel embellishment. Channel the look of the A-list celebrities and pair the dress with a Bottega Veneta pouch 20 and a pair of high strappy heels. 

This season, fashion aficionados are turning to the Paco Rabanne range of formal dresses. There is a wide range that comes in a mix of fabrications and fits. The dresses usually feature an asymmetric hemline with buttons on one side which makes the fit extremely flattering on a range of body types. For a more conservative dress, that still makes a huge impression, anything Jil Sander will fit the criteria. The Zip up dress is a gorgeous cotton fabrication, the dress comes in a soft yellow and white colourway. This dress features a functional zip down the front and a detachable belt at the waist. which creates a beautiful silhouette. Pair it with some Valentino rockstud heels and you will be ready for your formal event!

Visit the Parlour X boutique for designer formal dresses in Sydney Australia, or shop new and sale evening dresses online for free next day delivery and returns. 

There are the bold, feminine collections of Chloe and Lanvin. Any formal occasion is ideal for the sophisticated luxury of a Nina Ricci gown, or a classic Valentino evening gown. For a fashion forward innovative look, the edginess of a dress from Mugler, Maison Margiela, Balenciaga or Sacai will make an impression.  

The choice depends on your budget and the occasion. An invitation to a black tie evening ball will require a formal ball gown, while other dinner parties and events  may only require a classic evening dress. You must also understand your body type. Some formal dresses will enhance your favourite features while other dresses will gently disguise those characteristics you wish to hide. Always remember, designers have a unique aesthetic that may resonate with your style or may not.

It is important to know your measurements, also consider the material, read the styling notes and take into account the model’s fit. You can also use the size chart on the website to assist with any size conversions. Feel free to contact our stylists via email or phone, otherwise you can reach them on Instant Chat twenty four hours a day.     

Parlour X dispatches all online orders every business day of the week. Orders made within Sydney metropolitan suburbs may receive same day delivery. For other states and territories, Australia Post delivers next business day for most metropolitan cities. Parlour X uses DHL or Fedex for overseas deliveries and we generally allow up to one week for delivery.