Dresses by Occasion
Every celebration has its own dress code. Explore Lady Black Tie’s dresses by occasion to find the right look for black tie galas, formal weddings, cocktail parties, proms, homecoming, holiday events, and vacations.
Start with your event, then browse each collection to compare lengths, fabrics, colors, and silhouettes.
Shop by Occasion Type
Formal & Evening Dresses: Black tie gowns, gala dresses, evening styles, and mother of the bride looks.
Party & Cocktail Dresses: Cocktail, semi-formal, holiday, brunch, and garden party styles.
School Dance Dresses: Prom gowns, homecoming minis, and sweet 16 dresses.
Vacation & Resort Dresses: Resort wear, tropical prints, and Vegas-ready looks.
Formal and Evening Occasions
Black Tie Dresses: Floor-length gowns for the most formal events.
Formal Dresses: Elegant gowns and dressy midis for formal celebrations.
Evening Dresses: Sophisticated styles for dinners, award ceremonies, and nights out.
Gala Dresses: Statement gowns for charity events and galas.
Shop all formal & evening dresses
Parties and Celebrations
Cocktail Dresses: Knee-length, midi, and mini styles for cocktail attire.
Semi-Formal Dresses: Polished looks that sit between cocktail and casual.
Party Dresses: Fun, festive styles for birthdays, brunches, and nights out.
Holiday Dresses: Velvet, sequins, and festive color for Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve.
Shop all party & cocktail dresses
School Dances
Prom Dresses: Statement gowns and short styles for prom night.
Homecoming Dresses: Sparkling minis and fun short styles for the homecoming dance.
Weddings
Wedding Guest Dresses: Looks for every wedding dress code, season, and venue.
Bridesmaid Dresses: Mix-and-match colors, fabrics, and silhouettes for the bridal party.
Mother of the Bride & Groom: Elegant gowns and dresses for the parents of the couple.
Vacation and Resort
Resort Collection: Breezy, vibrant styles for vacations, cruises, and destination events.
Shop all vacation & resort dresses
Dress Codes at a Glance
Black tie: A floor-length evening gown.
Black tie optional: A floor-length gown or an elegant cocktail dress.
Formal: A gown or a very dressy midi.
Cocktail: A knee-length or midi dress, or a polished mini for less formal parties.
Semi-formal: A cocktail dress, dressy midi, or chic jumpsuit.
For more detail, read our guide to dress codes explained.
Shop Occasion Dresses in Hudson, Massachusetts
Explore our occasion dresses online or visit our boutique in Hudson, Massachusetts, to try on styles in person. If you’re traveling from elsewhere in Massachusetts or New England, contact our team about specific dresses, sizes, and colors before visiting.