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The Best Fancy and Formal Dresses on Amazon

Amazon's Fanciest Dresses Are Equal Parts Formal and Fun

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Have a black-tie wedding, a fancy gala, or a lavish holiday party on your calendar? Then not just any old cocktail dress will do; you'll need a formal gown. Now's the time to bring out the big style guns and rock a frock covered in sequins, embroidery, lace, and ornate details; and Amazon has all of the above and more.

The following 26 seriously special dresses from Amazon's amazing fashion selection have all the frills you need to impress and then some. From '80s-inspired balloon sleeves to '90s-style slip dresses, from elegant white lace maxis to showy metallic minis, these dresses are ready for life's most luxurious events. Start shopping now to find your favourite Amazon formal dress; each one is more fabulous than the last.

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Fame and Partners The Jami Dress

Available in blue and champagne, Fame and Partners' The Jami Dress ($299) is super sexy with a front slit, faux wrap style, and halter neck.

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Fame and Partners' The Jami Dress
$299
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Alexis Umbria Dress

Made of midweight, nonstretch lace, Alexis's Umbria Dress ($795) has a gorgeous tiered skirt and faux-pearl embellishments on the sweet tie straps.

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Alexis's Umbria Dress
$795
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Self Portrait Liliana Dress

Self Portrait's Liliana Dress ($490) is sure to catch attention with its bold blue lace, sheer mesh panels, and contrast collared neck.

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Self Portrait's Liliana Dress
$490
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BB Dakota Metallic Star Dress

A classic shape with modern embellishments, BB Dakota's Metallic Star Dress ($120) is equal parts sweet and chic.

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BB Dakota's Metallic Star Dress
$120
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For Love & Lemons Dynasty Dress

There's so much to love about the For Love & Lemons' Dynasty Dress ($193), including its all-over lace with diagonal pleating and metallic accents, bow waist, puff one shoulder, and of course, its bold hot pink colour.

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For Love & Lemons' Dynasty Dress
$193
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Needle & Thread Wildflower Dress

Beautiful sequinned floral embellishments make Needle & Thread's Wildflower Dress ($570) a true showstopper.

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Needle & Thread's Wildflower Dress
$570
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Cinq a Sept Winona Dress

We love the gorgeous rose colour of Cinq a Sept's Winona Dress ($645), a satin dress with a ruched mock neck, tie waist, and ruffle hem.

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Cinq a Sept's Winona Dress
$645
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Yumi Kim Goddess Dress

Made from soft, lustrous velour, Yumi Kim's Goddess Dress ($248) is classic with a twist, thanks to asymmetrical shoulder straps — one draped cowl neck and one spaghetti.

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Yumi Kim's Goddess Dress
$248
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Marchesa Notte Mixed Media Gown

In a lovely teal colour, Marchesa Notte's Mixed Media Gown ($1,195) will truly make you the belle of the ball. The intricate dress features a tulle draped structured bodice, mixed satin and tulle ruffles on an A-line skirt, and a decorative velvet bow at the waist.

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Marchesa Notte's Mixed Media Gown
$1,195
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OPT Metallic Vimmy Dress

OPT's Metallic Vimmy Dress ($169) is a contemporary take on '70s style with a tiered skirt, off-shoulder neckline, and short sleeves with elastic cuffs.

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OPT's Metallic Vimmy Dress
$169
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For Love & Lemons Emerie Dress

If you love the sweet front of For Love & Lemons' Emerie Dress ($268), you're really going to fall for the back.

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For Love & Lemons' Emerie Dress
$268
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KamaliKulture by Norma Kamali Sequin Dress

KamaliKulture by Norma Kamali's Sequin Dress ($395) will never go out of style. The bodycon dress is made of a midweight sequin knit and features a turtleneck, long sleeves, and a flounce hem.

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KamaliKulture by Norma Kamali's Sequin Dress
$395
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Misha Collection Moxie Leopard Dress

A bold one-shoulder neckline with a decorative bow and tie waist add to the fun of Misha Collection's Moxie Leopard Dress ($380).

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Misha Collection's Moxie Leopard Dress
$380
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Needle & Thread Midsummer Dress

All-over floral embroidery and lace trim make Needle & Thread's Midsummer Dress ($489) so special. We also love the plunging v-neck and back and ruffled short sleeves.

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Needle & Thread's Midsummer Dress
$489
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Temptation Positano Prato Dress

The high-low hem makes a chic comeback in Temptation Positano's Prato Dress ($565). Crochet detailing and a smocked elastic waist add to the appeal.

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Temptation Positano's Prato Dress
$565
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Ramy Brook Metallic Jacquard Dress

A metallic floral print and deep v-neck in Ramy Brook's Metallic Jacquard Dress ($465) elevate an easy-to-wear dress.

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Ramy Brook's Metallic Jacquard Dress
$465
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Misha Collection Tamara Dress

A thigh-high slit adds to the sexiness of the Misha Collection Tamara Dress ($440), made of a heavyweight sequinned weave with a bit of stretch.

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Misha Collection Tamara Dress
$440
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Maria Lucia Honan Keona Dress

Maria Lucia Honan's Keona Dress ($1,355) has embroidered polka dots and a sheer boned bustier bodice with underwire cups with removable padding.

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Self Portrait Flower Lace Mini Dress

Fun and flirty in fuchsia, Self Portrait's Flower Lace Mini Dress ($450) is made of nonstretch lace with floral appliqués and ruffle trim.

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Self Portrait's Flower Lace Mini Dress
$450
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Needle & Thread Scarlett Sequin Dress

Made from midweight sequinned mesh, Needle & Thread's Scarlett Sequin Dress ($299) has a flattering peplum silhouette with ruffle trim and a flounced hem.

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Needle & Thread's Scarlett Sequin Dress
$299
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Solace London Marne Dress

Featuring an all-over light-blue-and-black abstract animal print, Solace London's Marne Dress ($413) is '80s fab at its best. A mock neck with attached extra-long ties gives it extra style points.

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Solace London's Marne Dress
$413
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Marchesa Notte Degrade Gown

Sparkles and tulle combine in the dreamiest way in Marchesa Notte's Degrade Gown ($795), named for its sequin effect.

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Marchesa Notte's Degrade Gown
$795
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Black Halo Darby Dress

Black Halo's Darby Dress ($375) is unique with a one-shoulder design and a princess sleeve with an elongated cuff and collar tie.

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Black Halo's Darby Dress
$375
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Dion Lee Pleated Corset Dress

Dion Lee's Pleated Corset Dress ($1,074) is ethereal with an edge, thanks to a boned bodice and a pleated skirt with an asymmetric hem.

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Dion Lee's Pleated Corset Dress
$1,074
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C/Meo Collective Lustre Cut-Out Dress

C/Meo Collective's Lustre Cut-Out Dress ($163-$200) is simple and chic. A sequin stripe pattern, side cutouts, drape detailing, and side slits add up to one special dress.

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C/Meo Collective's Lustre Cut-Out Dress
$163
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Thurley Folklore Print Dress

We can't decide which element of Thurley's Folklore Print Dress ($348) we like best — the balloon sleeves, peplum skirt, or the lace-up bodice and shoulders.

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Thurley's Folklore Print Dress
$348
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