Formal Dresses
Step into summer with confidence in our collection of formal dresses for women, perfect for weddings, evening receptions, or elegant dinners. Whether you’re drawn to a chic formal midi dress, a sweeping maxi dress & gown, or a more dazzling sequin dress, this collection of formal evening dresses combines style, sophistication, and seasonal comfort. Pair your timeless fit and flare dress with heels and a bolero for your next black tie event or catch some eyes by wearing our elegant formal wear with sparkly accessories. From formal sundresses for an easy breezy summer look to winter formal dresses for a cosy ensemble, each design in this collection ensures you stay comfy while being stylish. Browse the full women's formal outfits collection covering petite and plus size fits, find your next standout piece today at Roman UK.
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Dusk Floral Print Shirred Midi Dress
Petite Paisley Tea Midi Dress
Floral Ruffle Tie Waist Midi Dress
Floral Pleated Chiffon Midi Dress
Pleated Chiffon Midi Dress
Floral Lace Twist Neck Keyhole Dress
Sequin Cowl Neck Maxi Stretch Dress
Petite Trim Detail Ruched Midi Dress
Embellished Beaded V-Neck Dress
Ombre Stripe Pleated Midi Dress
Floral Print Frill Wrap Midi Dress
Animal Print Frill V-Neck Dress
Petite Embroidered Maxi Dress
Petite Ruffled Stretch Dress
Petite Lace Tie Waist Maxi Dress
Floral Print Pleated Midi Dress
Petite Floral Print Stretch Dress
Abstract Print Frill Maxi Dress
Petite Floral Tiered Dress
Floral Painted Frill Midi Dress
Petite Abstract Print Pleated Midi Dress
Asymmetric Flared Hem Midi Dress
Crochet Lace V-Neck Midi Dress
Floral Print Bardot Midi Stretch Dress
Floral Frill Chiffon Midi Dress
Petite Floral Double Frill Dress

Floral Print Pleat Neck Midi Dress

Floral Placement Halter Neck Midi Dress

Lace Detail Wrap Midi Dress
Animal Print Pleated Chiffon Dress

Floral Frill Chiffon Cape Midi Dress

Jacquard Midi Wrap Dress

Petite Textured Pleat Belted Midi Dress

Bardot Ruffle Wrap Dress
Satin Tuxedo Style Midi Dress

Sweetheart Floral Premium Stretch Midi Dress
Petite Hotfix Overlay Midi Dress
Sequin Wrap Twist Front Stretch Midi Dress
Petite Floral Halter Pleat Dress
Petite Cowl Neck Velvet Stretch Maxi Dress

Metallic Dobby Frill Midi Dress

Petite Bow Back Lace Shift Dress

Dusk Metallic Jacquard Midi Dress

Dusk Twill Cami Pleated Midi Dress

Petite Crushed Pleat Tier Dress
Petite Sparkle Stretch Drape Dress

Dusk Ruched Mesh Stretch Dress

Dusk Blurred Mesh Maxi Dress
Curve Premium Stretch Floral Midi Dress

Shimmer Knit Pleated Dress
Sequin Bodice Betlted Chiffon Dress
Dusk Sequin Top Satin Midi Dress
Crochet Floral Lace Midi Dress

Bardot Wrap Front Stretch Dress
Floral Print Twist Front Midi Dress

Floral Print Wrap Midi Dress
Petite Floral Print Chiffon Cape Dress
Petite Floral Pleated Midi Dress
Dusk Frill Maxi Dress
Floral Print Chiffon Frill Detail Midi Dress
Premium Stretch Gathered Ruched Wrap Dress
Leaf Print Ruched Shift Dress
Belted Lace Detail Tiered Midi Dress
Petite Neck Trim Velvet Dress
Curve Abstract Print Stretch Wrap Dress
Petite Hotfix Embellished Back Cape Dress
Floral Halter Neck Pleated Chiffon Maxi Dress
Sleeveless Floral Chiffon Hanky Hem Dress
Chiffon Angel Sleeve Stretch Lace Midi Dress

Heart Print Midi Dress
Luxe Floral Fit & Flare Maxi Dress
Curve Leopard Cold Shoulder Chiffon Dress
Floral Print Chiffon Twist Front Midi Dress
Petite V-Neck Flare Trim Detail Cape Dress
Petite Embellished Chiffon Midi Cape Dress
Petite Lace Stretch Dress
Premium Stretch Floral Mesh Dress
Bead Embellished Chiffon Maxi Dress
Floral Frill Detail Chiffon Midi Dress
Luxe Colourblock Fit & Flare Maxi Dress
Sleeveless Jacquard Dipped Hem Midi Dress
Petite Metallic Animal Ruched Dress
Sleeveless Twist Drape Stretch Ruched Dress
Cowl Neck Ruched Midi Dress
Formal Dresses
A formal dress for a woman is a type of attire that is typically worn for special occasions, such as weddings, cocktail parties, and black-tie events. These dresses are often characterised by their elegant and sophisticated designs, with materials like silk, satin, or velvet commonly used. Moreover, a formal dress usually features classic silhouettes and intricate details, like lace or beading, which add a touch of luxury and refinement. While some formal dresses might be floor-length, others can be shorter, depending on the formality of the event and personal style preferences. Despite the variety of styles available, the ultimate goal of a formal dress is to make the wearer feel confident and prepared for any special event. Accessories, such as delicate jewellery and elegant shoes, often complement the attire, enhancing the formal look. While the colour palette may range from classic black to vibrant hues, the overall appearance should reflect a polished and sophisticated demeanour.