Popsugar Fashion Winter Fashion The Best Cocktail Dresses in 2019 12 Cocktail Dresses So Pretty, You'll Find Any Excuse to Attend a Party 17 October 2019 by India Yaffe Image Source: Free People As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Anytime you need a cocktail dress, everything in your closet suddenly seems unworthy. Let's face it, if we're going to a fun event, it's really special to get to wear a new dress. So for all those cocktail parties you've got to attend this season, pick up a new dress (or two). It'll make getting dressed to go out that much more fun. Right now, our favourite dresses are patterned and romantic but still a little sexy. We're also loving brighter colours and unexpected patterns, just to make sure we're keeping it interesting. Plus, sparkles are always a good idea. We love these 12 dresses because they're so versatile. You can go to any kind of party in these dresses, and you're guaranteed to make an entrance. It's the season of cocktail parties, so you're going to want to shop these picks before they're gone! Related: 11 Top-Rated Dresses From Nordstrom So Flattering, It's No Wonder They're Going Out of Stock Ali & Jay Sparkle & Shine Sequin Minidress Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com This Ali & Jay Sparkle & Shine Sequin Minidress ($158) is so much fun. Ali & Jay Sparkle & Shine Sequin Minidress $158 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now Reformation Vivianne Dress Image Source: thereformation.com This Reformation Vivianne Dress ($248) is so romantic and sexy. Reformation Vivianne Dress $248 from thereformation.com Buy Now Antik Batik Serena Dress Image Source: freepeople.com You'll feel like a goddess in this Antik Batik Serena Dress ($293). Antik Batik Serena Dress $293 from freepeople.com Buy Now Rotate Number 23 Dress Image Source: shopbop.com We're into everything about this Rotate Number 23 Dress ($450). Rotate Number 23 Dress $450 from shopbop.com Buy Now Ulla Johnson Justyne Metallic Stripe Silk Blend Maxi Dress Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com Stand out from the crowd in this Ulla Johnson Justyne Metallic Stripe Silk Blend Maxi Dress ($645). Ulla Johnson Justyne Metallic Stripe Silk Blend Maxi Dress $645 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now Retrofete Gabrielle Sequin Dress Image Source: shopbop.com Everyone will be asking you about this Retrofete Gabrielle Sequin Dress ($615). Retrofete Gabrielle Sequin Dress $615 from shopbop.com Buy Now Zimmermann Espionage Silk Wrap Midi Dress Image Source: shopbop.com You can wear this beautiful Zimmermann Espionage Silk Wrap Midi Dress ($595) just about anywhere. Zimmermann Espionage Silk Wrap Midi Dress $595 from shopbop.com Buy Now Misha Collection Johanna Dress Image Source: shopbop.com You can't go wrong in this leopard-print Misha Collection Johanna Dress ($395). Misha Collection Johanna Dress $395 from shopbop.com Buy Now For Love & Lemons Benatar Ruffle Mini Dress Image Source: shopbop.com How much fun is this For Love & Lemons Benatar Ruffle Mini Dress ($268)? For Love & Lemons Benatar Ruffle Mini Dress $268 from shopbop.com Buy Now Reformation Butterfly Dress Image Source: thereformation.com This Reformation Butterfly Dress ($278) is a great pick for weddings. Reformation Butterfly Dress $278 from thereformation.com Buy Now ML Monique Lhuillier Floral Jacquard Evening Dress Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com If you're looking to make an entrance, do it in this ML Monique Lhuillier Floral Jacquard Evening Dress ($595). ML Monique Lhuillier Floral Jacquard Evening Dress $595 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now Reformation Lacey Dress Image Source: thereformation.com How could you not fall in love with this Reformation Lacey Dress ($248)? The pretty print, voluminous sleeves, and thigh-high slit make this an obvious pick. Reformation Lacey Dress $248 from thereformation.com Buy Now ShoppingWinter FashionCocktail DressesDresses