Top 10 Designer Cocktail Dresses

LOVED FOR: No one said the holiday season has to be about sequins. With ruffles, ruching, and a sexy side slit, this floral number is just as festive but a little fresher.

WHY YOU NEED IT: There's nothing better than a dress that can carry you through the seasons. Wear this now with pumps and booties, then slip on some flirty sandals for spring.

LOVED FOR: Velvet and statement-making sleeves? This is a party-perfect dress if we've ever seen one.

USERS SAID: "This dress is absolutely gorgeous! I found it to run larger than Reformation typically does—I am 5-foot-1 and usually wear a small or 4 in their dresses, but I needed an extra small in this. The fabric is beautiful and definitely feels worth the price. I can’t wait to wear this for a holiday party!"

BEST FOR: If LBDs are your thing, go for this extra festive option covered with a sparkly, '70s-inspired star print and pretty ruffles.

STYLE WITH: Add tights and pumps for the perfect holiday party look.

BEST FOR: If you want to add a trendy spin to your holiday looks, opt for this animal-print number. Touches of velvet and long sleeves make it fit for festive occasions, but it's something you can wear well beyond the holiday party circuit.

STYLE WITH: This standout dress needs little styling. We'd go with a bold red lip and your favorite black booties.

LOVED FOR: Feels like wrapping up in your silky-soft robe, looks like a million bucks. This comfy-meets chic option can do no wrong.

HELPFUL TIP: Available in refreshing shades like bronze and baby blue, this dress is an excellent way to switch things up from the typical red, green, and black dresses we see most during the holiday season.

WHY YOU NEED IT: Nothing says party season like this showstopping metallic dress. It's even finished off with adorable black bows on the sleeves, because your presence is the best present, obviously.

USERS SAID: "This dress is perfection! The material is lightweight and comfortable yet beautiful. It hangs in all the right places, and the length is perfect!"

BEST FOR: If you want to stand out in the sea of sequins at your next cocktail party, this winter white option is ideal.

STYLE WITH: Add a pair of party shoes and a statement bag to play up your look.

WHY YOU NEED IT: Whether it's an event you forgot to buy a dress for or a last-minute party invite, this strapless style will always be there to save you. Classic, black, and feminine, it's a failsafe option you'll wear for seasons to come.

HELPFUL TIP: This dress runs small, so we recommend sizing up for the perfect fit.

LOVED FOR: Inspired by the decadence of the disco era of the '60s and '70s, this dress screams party season.

AS SEEN ON: T. Swift is just as big of a fan as we are.

AS SEEN ON: A royal-approved dress? Yes, please.

STYLE WITH: Pair it with a sleek black clutch and pointed-toe heels like Meghan Markle did.