Black Dresses

Black is the one colour that never goes out of fashion, and our black dress edit proves it. From strapless satin gowns to embellished maxis and velvet minis, this is where black dresses meet real occasion-wear versatility. Whether you're after black-tie event dresses, black bridesmaid dresses UK shoppers keep coming back for, or something simple for a night out, you'll find it here. Sequins, lace, tulle and satin sit side by side, so you can shop by mood as much as by size.

 

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  • Embellished Sequin Sleeveless Godet Fit and Flare Formal Black Tie Maxi Dress

    Tuvalu Embellished Maxi Dress in Black

    Tuvalu Embellished Maxi Dress in Black
    £220.00 GBP
  • Rosalia Tulle Maxi Dress in Black

    Rosalia Tulle Maxi Dress in Black

    Rosalia Tulle Maxi Dress in Black
    £95.00 GBP
  • Chiffon Long Sleeve High Neck Black Floral Print Wedding Holiday Vacation Maxi Dress

    Violetta Chiffon Maxi Dress in Black Floral

    Violetta Chiffon Maxi Dress in Black Floral
    £115.00 GBP
  • Tulle Maxi Black Square Evening Fit and Flare Mermaid Gown Dress
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    Tiana Tulle Maxi Dress in Black

    Tiana Tulle Maxi Dress in Black
    £72.00 GBP £80.00 GBP
  • Bronte Tulle Long Sleeve Maxi Dress in Black

    Bronte Tulle Long Sleeve Maxi Dress in Black

    Bronte Tulle Long Sleeve Maxi Dress in Black
    £95.00 GBP
  • Puff Sleeve Square Neck Smocked Back Black Floral Tulle Mesh Maxi Dress

    Lana Puff Sleeve Tulle Maxi Dress in Black Floral

    Lana Puff Sleeve Tulle Maxi Dress in Black Floral
    £97.00 GBP
  • Long Sleeve Bell High Neck Tie Soft Mesh Loose 70s Mini Black Dress

    Malta Tulle Mini Dress in Black

    Malta Tulle Mini Dress in Black
    £75.00 GBP
  • Corset Style Strapless Scarf Black Floral Print Tulle Wedding Guest Maxi Dress
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    Lorena Strapless Tulle Maxi Dress in Black Floral with Scarf

    Lorena Strapless Tulle Maxi Dress in Black Floral with Scarf
    £75.00 GBP £105.00 GBP
  • Chiffon long sleeve double hem black v-neckline dinner midaxi dress
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    Keziah Chiffon Midaxi Dress in Black

    Keziah Chiffon Midaxi Dress in Black
    £77.00 GBP £85.00 GBP
  • Backless High Neck Ruffle Evening Cinched Waist Tulle Black Maxi Dress

    Tabitha Tulle Maxi Ruffle Dress in Black

    Tabitha Tulle Maxi Ruffle Dress in Black
    £105.00 GBP
  • Satin Chiffon Maxi Black Strapless Scarf Sleek Black Tie

    Deena Strapless Maxi Dress with Scarf in Black

    Deena Strapless Maxi Dress with Scarf in Black
    £85.00 GBP
  • Strapless Jersey Corset Style Tiered Midi Tulle Mesh Cups Black Dress
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    Kobe Tulle Midi Dress in Black

    Kobe Tulle Midi Dress in Black
    £86.00 GBP £95.00 GBP
  • Off shoulder tulle mesh a-line pleated skirt maxi dress formal holiday black beige polka

    Lana Maxi Dress in Black and Beige Polka Dot

    Lana Maxi Dress in Black and Beige Polka Dot
    £105.00 GBP
  • Twilight Strapless Maxi Dress With Scarf In Black INN27246BLK
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    Twilight Strapless Maxi Dress With Scarf In Black

    Twilight Strapless Maxi Dress With Scarf In Black
    £85.00 GBP £100.00 GBP
  • Long Sleeve viscose georgette maxi dress black modest

    Violetta Maxi Dress in Black

    Violetta Maxi Dress in Black
    £115.00 GBP
  • Satin tulle ruffle black maxi off shoulder evening formal dress
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    Shauna Off Shoulder Maxi Dress with Scarf in Black

    Shauna Off Shoulder Maxi Dress with Scarf in Black
    £89.00 GBP £105.00 GBP
  • Long sleeve maxi dress deep v-neckline black wedding guest formal tulle

    Lydia Maxi Dress in Black

    Lydia Maxi Dress in Black
    £100.00 GBP
  • Corset style velvet mini dress black party sleeveless
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    Quest Velvet Corset Mini Dress in Black

    Quest Velvet Corset Mini Dress in Black
    £64.00 GBP £80.00 GBP
  • Malinina Maxi Dress in Black
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    Malinina Maxi Dress in Black

    Malinina Maxi Dress in Black
    £79.00 GBP £100.00 GBP
  • Sleeveless high neck tulle ruffle skirt maxi dress formal black wedding guest backless open back

    Lucerne High Neck Maxi Dress in Black

    Lucerne High Neck Maxi Dress in Black
    £115.00 GBP
  • Montana Velvet Mini Dress in Black
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    Montana Velvet Mini Dress in Black

    Montana Velvet Mini Dress in Black
    £55.00 GBP £85.00 GBP
  • Lace bow shoulder sweetheart neckline tiered skirt maxi gothic halloween black dress
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    Ophelia Lace Maxi Dress with Tie Detail in Black

    Ophelia Lace Maxi Dress with Tie Detail in Black
    £50.00 GBP £130.00 GBP
  • Embellished sequin beaded long sleeve plunging neckline black formal maxi dress

    Laura Embellished Maxi Dress in Black

    Laura Embellished Maxi Dress in Black
    £130.00 GBP
  • Ophelia Tulle Maxi Dress with Tie Detail in Black

    Ophelia Tulle Maxi Dress with Tie Detail in Black

    Ophelia Tulle Maxi Dress with Tie Detail in Black
    £115.00 GBP
  • Sila Long Sleeve Embellished Maxi Dress in Black
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    Sila Long Sleeve Embellished Maxi Dress in Black

    Sila Long Sleeve Embellished Maxi Dress in Black
    £105.00 GBP £130.00 GBP
  • Asher Embellished Midi Dress in Black
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    Asher Embellished Midi Dress in Black

    Asher Embellished Midi Dress in Black
    £28.00 GBP £90.00 GBP
  • Dune Black Velvet Midi Dress
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    Dune Black Velvet Midi Dress

    Dune Black Velvet Midi Dress
    £49.00 GBP £90.00 GBP
  • Strapless black embellished tulle high-low maxi dress
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    Naima Embellished Maxi Dress in Black

    Naima Embellished Maxi Dress in Black
    £36.00 GBP £120.00 GBP
  • Tulle black midi dress short-sleeve tiered-skirt

    Madison Black Tulle Bridesmaid Midi Dress

    Madison Black Tulle Bridesmaid Midi Dress
    £90.00 GBP
  • Brooklyn Black Long Sleeve Sequin Mini Dress
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    Brooklyn Black Long Sleeve Sequin Mini Dress

    Brooklyn Black Long Sleeve Sequin Mini Dress
    £36.00 GBP £120.00 GBP
  • Strapless tulle red black floral maxi dress tiered-skirt

    Natalia Tulle Maxi Dress in Black and Red Floral

    Natalia Tulle Maxi Dress in Black and Red Floral
    £120.00 GBP
  • Malin Tulle Maxi Dress in Black and Red Floral

    Malin Tulle Maxi Dress in Black and Red Floral

    Malin Tulle Maxi Dress in Black and Red Floral
    £94.00 GBP
  • Therma Tulle Mini Dress in Black
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    Therma Tulle Mini Dress in Black

    Therma Tulle Mini Dress in Black
    £23.00 GBP £75.00 GBP
  • Arius Mini Dress in Black
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    Arius Mini Dress in Black

    Arius Mini Dress in Black
    £20.00 GBP £50.00 GBP
  • Elsie Tulle Maxi Dress in Black

    Elsie Tulle Maxi Dress in Black

    Elsie Tulle Maxi Dress in Black
    £105.00 GBP
  • Smocked Long Sleeve Demi Madison Maxi Dress in Black

    Smocked Long Sleeve Demi Madison Maxi Dress in Black

    Smocked Long Sleeve Demi Madison Maxi Dress in Black
    £100.00 GBP

Buy Black Dresses for Evening, Party & Special Occasions 

Black does more heavy lifting than any other shade in your wardrobe. Our black evening dresses cover everything from black tie dresses for UK events to black prom dresses for that one big night. If you're dressing for a wedding, our black wedding guest dresses and black satin bridesmaid dresses strike the balance between elegant and appropriate. Prefer something shorter? Our black party dresses for women and short black dresses are built for dancing, not just standing around looking good.

Choose a Black Mini, Midi or Maxi Dress

Length changes everything about how a black dress reads, so it's worth thinking about before you buy. A black mini dress suits parties, birthdays and casual nights where you want to move freely and show a bit more leg. Step up to a black midi dress for cocktail hours, work events or dinners where you want polish without full-length drama. For weddings, galas or anything black tie, a black maxi dress brings the formality the occasion calls for. None of these are fixed rules, just useful starting points if you're not sure where to begin.

Discover Black Dresses at Lace & Beads

  • A dedicated black dresses edit, updated with new styles regularly
  • Black mini dresses, black midi dresses and long black dresses to suit every occasion
  • Categories built around real events: black wedding dresses, black cocktail dresses, black mother of the bride dresses
  • Sequin, lace and embellished details for a dress that doesn't need much else to finish the look

Frequently Asked Questions

Black works for nearly everything, from black tie galas and cocktail parties to birthdays and nights out. It's one of the few colours that suits both black formal dresses and casual black going out dresses without looking out of place at either.

Yes, as long as it's not competing with the bride. Our black wedding guest dresses are cut to feel appropriate rather than funereal, and work well for both daytime ceremonies and evening receptions.

Gold or silver jewellery both work, so it really comes down to personal taste. A statement clutch or heel can lift a simple black dress instantly, especially if the dress itself is understated.

Yes, they're increasingly popular for modern, non-traditional wedding parties. Our black bridesmaid dresses and black satin bridesmaid dresses are designed to photograph well and suit a range of skin tones.