November is officially here, which means our calendars are now filled with dozens of upcoming events that require getting dressed up for. From late fall and early winter weddings to a lineup of holiday parties scattered throughout the month of December, there will be no shortage of celebrations and fancy soirées leading up to the new year. With that in mind, we think it’s a great idea to have an arsenal of cocktail dresses on hand to avoid any last-minute scramble of figuring out what to wear.
To better prepare you for this season’s impending marathon of parties, we scoured the internet for the prettiest plus-size cocktail dresses out there. From sparkly sequin frocks to figure-flattering body-con styles, we rounded up 24 of the best size-inclusive picks that are guaranteed to turn heads—starting at just $54. Keep scrolling to check them out, and be sure to snag one or two for yourself.
Mara Hoffman
Brown Imogen Dress
I love a cold-shoulder moment.
The Reformation
Port Dress
This print is so ’60s.
Who What Wear Collection
Alex Shirred Minidress
The ruching on this dress is so pretty.
The Reformation
Nyla Velvet Dress
This one’s a classic you’ll wear again and again.
The Reformation
Nyla Velvet Dress
Yep, halter dresses are still trending.
Christopher Kane
White Polka Dot High Neck Dress
Proof that polka dots can be cocktail-appropriate.
(Image credit: @cassklatzkow)
River Island
Plus Silver Sequin Midi Dress
Whoever wears this dress is definitely the life of the party.
Open Edit
Satin Midi Slipdress
Pretty in pink.
Who What Wear Collection
Jasmine Sleeveless Gathered Midi Dress
Editors are obsessed with this celery-green color.
Standards & Practices
Cowl Neck Satin Slipdress
Slip dresses will always be in style.
Who What Wear x Target
Short Sleeve A-Line Dress
Truly stunning.
Staud
Corsica Mini Dress
This flouncy dress from Staud can easily be dressed up or dressed down.
(Image credit: @glamazondiaries)
Reformation
Winslow Dress
I’m obsessed with this color.
River Island
Plus Black Star Print Tie Neck Midi Dress
This print is party-ready.
Wray
Josephine Dress in Tomatillo
Not only is the ruching on this dress is super flattering, but the color looks amazing on all skin tones.
The Reformation
Cita Dress
Pretty in pink.
(Image credit: @laurennicolefk)
Zelie for She
Disco Dreams Halter Dress
You can’t go wrong with a bold print in a simple silhouette.
The Reformation
Cassi Dress
Truly, I love everything about this dress.
11 Honoré
Adeline Off Shoulder Dress
I love the asymmetrical shoulders on this one.
Reformation
Nikita Dress
Reformation does it again.
(Image credit: @kariseward)
Wray
Bianca Dress in Construction Orange
This color is a guaranteed attention getter.
11 Honoré
Flora Ruched Bodycon Dress
If you’re here for the body-con revival, opt for this bold and bright style.