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  • Fruit Beauty Off-White Maxi Dress by FARM Rio - Photo 0

    FARM Rio

    Fruit Beauty Off-White Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $320

  • Carina Sweetheart Dress by Dress The Population - Photo 0

    Dress The Population

    Carina Sweetheart Dress

    Original Retail

    $428

  • Adelaide Dress by retrofête - Photo 0

    retrofête

    Adelaide Dress

    Original Retail

    $458

  • Aura Lace Flutter Midi Dress by PatBO - Photo 0

    PatBO

    Aura Lace Flutter Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $825

  • Bowery Dress by Bernadette - Photo 0

    Bernadette

    Bowery Dress

    Original Retail

    $895

  • Muy Poetica Mini Dress by Andrés Otálora - Photo 0

    Andrés Otálora

    Muy Poetica Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $780

  • Cody Crewneck Ankle Length Dress by AFRM - Photo 0

    AFRM

    Cody Crewneck Ankle Length Dress

    Original Retail

    $98

  • Hayley Halter Dress by Rixo x RTR - Photo 0

    Rixo x RTR

    Hayley Halter Dress

    Comparable Value

    $445

  • Hazel Print Mini Dress by PH5 - Photo 0

    PH5

    Hazel Print Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $425

  • Marlow Knit Dress by Cult Gaia - Photo 0

    Cult Gaia

    Marlow Knit Dress

    Original Retail

    $648

  • Strapless Micro Ruffle Dress by Ieena for Mac Duggal - Photo 0

    Ieena for Mac Duggal

    Strapless Micro Ruffle Dress

    Original Retail

    $458

  • Violethill Midi Dress by Acler - Photo 0

    Acler

    Violethill Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $395

  • Kennedi Ruffle Tiered Dress by Hutch - Photo 0

    Hutch

    Kennedi Ruffle Tiered Dress

    Original Retail

    $323

  • Zarah Dress by Shoshanna - Photo 0

    Shoshanna

    Zarah Dress

    Original Retail

    $680

  • Lorr Strapless Embroidered Floral Dress by Fanm Mon - Photo 0

    Fanm Mon

    Lorr Strapless Embroidered Floral Dress

    Original Retail

    $399

  • Sleeveless Bow Maxi Dress by Ted Baker London - Photo 0

    Ted Baker London

    Sleeveless Bow Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $325

  • Alayna Mini Dress by SIMKHAI - Photo 0

    SIMKHAI

    Alayna Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $595

  • Ramie Maxi Dress by Marchesa Rosa - Photo 0

    Marchesa Rosa

    Ramie Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $595

  • Cobee Maxi Dress by Nanushka - Photo 0

    Nanushka

    Cobee Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $645

  • Roupell Dress by LoveShackFancy - Photo 0

    LoveShackFancy

    Roupell Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Rina Dress by Mara Hoffman - Photo 0

    Mara Hoffman

    Rina Dress

    Original Retail

    $625

  • Garren Midi Dress by AMUR - Photo 0

    AMUR

    Garren Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $548

  • Flower Mesh Maxi Dress by ROTATE - Photo 0

    ROTATE

    Flower Mesh Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $420

  • Savanna Dress In Ombre Stripe by Et Ochs - Photo 0

    Et Ochs

    Savanna Dress In Ombre Stripe

    Original Retail

    $398

  • One Shoulder Gown by Ronny Kobo x RTR - Photo 0

    Ronny Kobo x RTR

    One Shoulder Gown

    Comparable Value

    $370

  • Olena Dress by SACHIN BABI - Photo 0

    SACHIN BABI

    Olena Dress

    Original Retail

    $450

  • Simm Sleeveless Dress by SIMONMILLER - Photo 0

    SIMONMILLER

    Simm Sleeveless Dress

    Original Retail

    $375

  • Dana Dress by Shoshanna - Photo 0

    Shoshanna

    Dana Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Marlene Dress by La DoubleJ - Photo 0

    La DoubleJ

    Marlene Dress

    Original Retail

    $1,290

  • Kait Tile Lace Dress by Milly - Photo 0

    Milly

    Kait Tile Lace Dress

    Original Retail

    $595

  • Suniva Dress by LoveShackFancy - Photo 0

    LoveShackFancy

    Suniva Dress

    Original Retail

    $595

  • Sachi Mini Dress by Dress The Population - Photo 0

    Dress The Population

    Sachi Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $368

  • Felicia Dress by Cinq à Sept - Photo 0

    Cinq à Sept

    Felicia Dress

    Original Retail

    $425

  • Prasetijo Halter Midi Dress by Lauren Ralph Lauren - Photo 0

    Lauren Ralph Lauren

    Prasetijo Halter Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $265

  • Peggy A-Line Satin Slip Dress by Bardot - Photo 0

    Bardot

    Peggy A-Line Satin Slip Dress

    Original Retail

    $129

  • Sequin Floral Mini Dress by Alberta Ferretti - Photo 0

    Alberta Ferretti

    Sequin Floral Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $1,500

  • Reyna Gown by CAROLINE CONSTAS - Photo 0

    CAROLINE CONSTAS

    Reyna Gown

    Original Retail

    $600

  • Kelsey Dress by SACHIN BABI - Photo 0

    SACHIN BABI

    Kelsey Dress

    Original Retail

    $525

  • Ella Printed Jersey Dress by AMUR - Photo 0

    AMUR

    Ella Printed Jersey Dress

    Original Retail

    $498

  • Tulip Puff Sleeve Dress by 3.1 Phillip Lim - Photo 0

    3.1 Phillip Lim

    Tulip Puff Sleeve Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Hawkley Midi Dress by Acler - Photo 0

    Acler

    Hawkley Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $500

  • Colette Dress by YUMI KIM - Photo 0

    YUMI KIM

    Colette Dress

    Original Retail

    $260

  • Sona Dress by A.L.C. - Photo 0

    A.L.C.

    Sona Dress

    Original Retail

    $595

  • Vida Green Floral Dress by SALONI - Photo 0

    SALONI

    Vida Green Floral Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Devyn Saxe Blue Denim Ruffle Dress by AKNVAS - Photo 0

    AKNVAS

    Devyn Saxe Blue Denim Ruffle Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Lory Dress by DELFI Collective - Photo 0

    DELFI Collective

    Lory Dress

    Original Retail

    $333

  • Iman Dress by Modern Citizen - Photo 0

    Modern Citizen

    Iman Dress

    Original Retail

    $148

  • Uma Dress by SACHIN BABI - Photo 0

    SACHIN BABI

    Uma Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Judah Scallop Pleated Dress by AMUR - Photo 0

    AMUR

    Judah Scallop Pleated Dress

    Original Retail

    $698

  • Lydia Black Multi Midi Dress by Bronx Banco - Photo 0

    Bronx Banco

    Lydia Black Multi Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $695

  • Isla Column Midi Dress by Acler - Photo 0

    Acler

    Isla Column Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $550

  • Iridessa Dress by Ronny Kobo - Photo 0

    Ronny Kobo

    Iridessa Dress

    Original Retail

    $438

  • Navy Belle Dress by AMUR - Photo 0

    AMUR

    Navy Belle Dress

    Original Retail

    $598

  • Shay Midi Dress by SACHIN BABI - Photo 0

    SACHIN BABI

    Shay Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $650

  • Ivory Tank Lace Dress by Rabanne - Photo 0

    Rabanne

    Ivory Tank Lace Dress

    Original Retail

    $990

  • Crepe 3D Flower Mini Dress by Self-Portrait - Photo 0

    Self-Portrait

    Crepe 3D Flower Mini Dress

    Original Retail

    $620

  • Viola Midi Dress by Rebecca Vallance - Photo 0

    Rebecca Vallance

    Viola Midi Dress

    Original Retail

    $855

  • Harvey Dress by Sabina Musayev - Photo 0

    Sabina Musayev

    Harvey Dress

    Original Retail

    $375

  • Otis High Neck Maxi Dress by Shona Joy - Photo 0

    Shona Joy

    Otis High Neck Maxi Dress

    Original Retail

    $360

  • Brianna Cocktail Dress by Hutch - Photo 0

    Hutch

    Brianna Cocktail Dress

    Original Retail

    $392

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Cocktail Dresses

Elevate your evening attire with our curated collection of Cocktail Dresses. Defined by their versatile knee-to-midi lengths and polished silhouettes, the cocktail dress is the ultimate wardrobe chameleon. Whether you’re heading to an engagement party, a gallery opening, or a semi-formal wedding, our selection ensures you’re perfectly dressed for the occasion.

From sleek little black dresses to vibrant lace midis, our edit features top designers like Shoshanna, Reformation, and Monique Lhuillier.

What Defines Cocktail Attire?

Cocktail attire strikes the perfect balance between day and night. It’s more formal than a sundress but less restrictive than a floor-length gown. Look for sophisticated fabrics like silk, crepe, and sequin, and don't be afraid to experiment with bold necklines or statement sleeves.

How to Style Your Cocktail Look?

Pair a structural mini dress with a pointed-toe pump for a classic look, or opt for a strappy sandal with a midi-length hem. Add a clutch and a statement earring to complete the ensemble without overshadowing the dress itself.

Why Rent Cocktail Dresses on Rent The Runway?

Renting cocktail dresses allows you to wear the season's latest trends and premium designer fabrics without the 'one-wear' guilt. It’s the sustainable way to keep your social calendar fresh, giving you access to a rotating closet of high-end fashion for every toast and celebration.

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