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12 Best Engagement Party Dresses For 2025

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Did you just get engaged? Congratulations! Rock My Wedding is the ultimate wedding planning platform and we’ll be right by your side through to your happily ever after. With planning advice, real wedding inspiration, a Recommended Supplier directory and our pre-loved wedding platform, Recycle My Wedding, we have everything covered. But right now, let’s get into engagement party dresses. Once you’ve said, ‘Yes!’ and have shared the news, you might consider having a party to celebrate your engagement. That’s where we step in. Take a look at our current favourite engagement party dresses from casual to sparkly and affordable to luxury. Get scrolling!

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You’re getting married! Celebrate by looking the part with the best engagement party dresses for 2025

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Off-The-Shoulder or Strapless Engagement Party Dresses

These off-the-shoulder engagement party dresses are the perfect teaser. The engagement party is a little glimpse into your style and will inform guests of what vibe your wedding might have. These elegant off-the-shoulder gowns are similar to full-length wedding dresses and will leave everyone in anticipation to see what you’ll wear for the actual big day!

Club L London

Kimberly White Bardot Satin Maxi Dress

A Club L London midi dress will never steer you wrong. This is a brand you can always rely on to wow. It will fit like a glove with the structured corset!

Shop Now - £95

Pretty Little Thing

Premium White Boned Bandeau Shift Dress

How flattering this bodycon dress is totally sold us. Pair this dress with some of your fave fluffy heels and your go-to accessories to make a statement at your engagement party.

Shop Now - £45

Sparkly Engagement Party Dress

Why not wear something just as sparkly as that glistening ring you’ve just got? Traditionally, your engagement only happens once, so there’s nothing wrong with wanting to go all out with the extra vibes. There’s no way any of your guests will be able to steal your spotlight in these sequin gowns.

Nadine Merabi

Celina White Dress

Go for glam with this super sexy sequin mini dress! Whether your engagement party is a club night out or a romantic weekend away with just your beau, this one-shoulder dress is the perfect pick for you.

Shop Now - £315

Lavish Alice

Aurora Embellished Mini Dress in White

This Lavish Alice dress is a must-have for parties and events, especially for engagement celebrations. Designed with delicate beaded embellishments, this head-turning dress was an obvious choice to include!

Shop Now - £173

The Best White Engagement Party Dresses

Traditionally, you’ll wear white on your big day, so if you want to embrace those bridal vibes as early as you can (we don’t blame you, the time flies so quickly), these white engagement dresses are ideal. Symbolising purity, peace, happiness and innocence this colour is an obvious choice. Plus, this gives you room to play with colour in your accessories! Think hot pink shoes, a sparkly headband or blue earrings (keep with the something blue theme before the big day).

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Bardot Bow Back Mini Dress in Ivory

Flaunt your figure in this mini dress with a gorgeous bow detail. You can thank us later. Even though we're not engaged, it's going in our basket right now.

Shop Now - £59.99

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High Waist Square Neck Midi Dress

This white midi dress from Odd Muse is designed in a flattering square-neck midi silhouette. This dress is pure understated sophistication.

Shop Now - £145

Feather & Tassel Engagement Party Dress

Feather engagement party dresses and tassel engagement party dresses are playful and flirty whilst still being luxurious and classy. Feathers are the ideal addition to any engagement party dress because they’re bridal without being too formal or too similar to an actual wedding dress, and who doesn't want to dance around in a beaded tassel dress? You'll feel like the ultimate dancing queen!

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Beaded Fringe Plunge Sleeveless Maxi Dress in Ivory

Made from luxurious beaded tassels this maxi dress by ASOS is gorgeous! The plunging neckline compliments your shape and is so fun! It's the ultimate bridal party dress for any bride.

Shop Now - £250

Club L London

Epiphany White One Shoulder Cape Sleeve Mini Dress With Feathers

A little white dress is so needed for any engagement party! With so many feathers and the one-shoulder detail, you'll feel like a million dollars! Thankfully, the dress doesn't cost that much!

Shop Now - £150

Blazer Engagement Party Dresses

For the minimalist classy brides, we have the blazer engagement party dresses! These blazer dresses offer structure with shoulder pads and belts. With embellished detailing, a shorter length and sparkly buttons, these dresses also have the benefit of being dressy and luxe without being too much. Perfect for multiple occasions, we live by the rule: if in doubt, wear a blazer.

Coast

Satin Trim Blazer Bridal Mini Dress

Any stunning engagement ring needs an equally stunning engagement party dress! This blazer dress from Coast is perfect for those minimalist brides!

Shop Now - £99

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Nula Blazer Dress

Am I the drama? The answer is absolutely yes if you choose this blazer dress from Revolve. Business in the front and business in the back? Oh yes, this one is sophisticated!

Shop Now - £332

Casual Engagement Party Dresses

Looking for a more relaxed vibe with your outfit? Maybe you’re having an at-home celebration, something beachy or are out at the local park for your engagement celebrations. If that’s the case, then take a look at some of these more casual dress options.

Meshki

Gwyneth Off Shoulder Bow Mini Dress

This effortless pearl mini dress from Meshki is a gorgeous number that's chic and simple in its beauty. Draped in a sexy bow you'll feel like a 10/10!

Shop Now - £139

Pretty Little Thing

Lace Sleeve Shirred Bodycon Dress

This mini dress from PLT is in a delicate white shirred material with playful frill sleeves for a super feminine look. She's casual but unforgettable!

Shop Now - £46

Your engagement party dress is like a sneak peek for guests of what they can expect on the actual wedding day! Choose wisely!

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Once you’ve purchased the dream engagement party dress from our curated selection of engagement party dresses, then you’re onto the big dress purchase. Eek! It’s the one you’ve been waiting to make for a long time. Here is the ultimate guide to wedding dress silhouettes and styles. If you're looking for an engagement party dress, we're assuming you've already decided on your engagement party theme, but, just in case you haven't, take a look at our best engagement party theme ideas! You’ll find the one in no time! Want to have all the insider knowledge? Take a look at our wedding trend predictions for 2025.