Black dresses at Coveti: more than 1,500 designer black dresses in stock, from the little black dress to the black-tie gown, by Safiyaa, Rasario, Shona Joy, Toteme, La DoubleJ, Simkhai, Carla Zampatti, Taller Marmo and Milla. Every dress on this page is in stock and named black, with no prints and no second colour.
The little black dress is the most useful dress you can own: a black mini that works for dinner, cocktails, the theatre and a party, changed only by the shoes and jewellery. Look for a clean neckline and a fabric with some weight, such as crepe and satin, so it keeps its shape. See the black mini dresses below.
Black mini dresses
The black mini dress is the party dress that never dates: sequins for New Year’s Eve, velvet for the holidays and crepe for dinner. Long sleeves and sheer black tights carry it through winter, and a slip mini with flat sandals takes it into summer. Shop every colour in designer mini dresses, and start with the black mini dresses below.
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Black wrap dresses
The black wrap dress is the easiest black dress to wear: the tie defines the waist and the V neckline flatters, so it works for the office, dinner and a cocktail party. Choose jersey and crepe for day, and silk and satin for evening. Shop every colour in designer wrap dresses, and start with the black wrap dresses below.
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Black slip dresses
The black slip dress is the minimalist evening dress: a bias cut in silk and satin that skims the body, with thin straps and nothing else to distract. Wear it with a fine knit and loafers by day, and with strappy sandals and gold jewellery at night. Shop every colour in designer slip dresses, and start with the black slip dresses below.
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Black long sleeve dresses
The black long sleeve dress is the most useful dress of the cold months: a jersey midi for the office, a velvet mini for parties and a covered gown for black tie. Add knee boots by day and heels at night. Shop every colour in designer long sleeve dresses, and start with the black long sleeve dresses below.
Cocktail and evening: a black midi with one strong detail, such as a draped shoulder.
Work: a black shirt dress and a tailored sheath, worn with flats and a blazer.
Weddings: black is widely accepted for evening receptions; for a daytime wedding, add colour with your accessories.
How to style a black dress
Black takes almost any accessory. Gold jewellery warms it up, pearls make it classic, and a red lip and a red shoe make it bold. Change one piece at a time: the same dress reads as day with flats and a tote, and as evening with a heel and a small clutch.
Frequently asked questions
What shoes go with a black dress?
Almost any colour works. Black and nude heels are the classic choice, metallics suit evening, and a red shoe adds a bold accent.
Can you wear a black dress to a wedding?
Yes, especially for an evening reception and black tie. For a daytime wedding, lift it with colourful accessories so it feels celebratory.
What is a little black dress?
A little black dress is a short, simple black dress that can be dressed up and down for almost any occasion, from dinner to a party.
How do you wear a black slip dress in winter?
Layer a fine black roll neck underneath, then add opaque tights, knee boots and a long wool coat; a satin slip in a heavier weight works best.
What is the best black long sleeve dress for a wedding?
A black long sleeve midi in crepe and silk suits an evening reception, and a black long sleeve gown suits black tie; add gold jewellery and a colourful bag for a daytime wedding.
Can you wear a black wrap dress to work?
Yes. A black wrap midi in jersey and crepe with a higher neckline is a classic office dress; add a blazer and pumps by day, then swap in heels and gold jewellery for the evening.
What do you wear over a black mini dress in winter?
A tailored blazer, a long wool coat and sheer black tights carry a black mini dress into winter, with knee boots for day and heeled boots for evening.
