Whether you’re attending a swanky cocktail party, a black-tie affair or a fancy soirée, there’s one wardrobe staple that never disappoints: the classic black cocktail dress. Chic, versatile and ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. What exactly is a summer cocktail dress? Sure, it can be a sparkly ...

Which cocktail dresses are best? Sometimes referred to as the “party dress,” cocktail dresses are short to mid-length and are semiformal. There is no single look for a cocktail dress. They come in a ...

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. A black-tie dress code is pretty self-explanatory, but cocktail attire?