Nordstrom Evening Dresses

Classic but still refreshingly contemporary, this slipdress is ready for weekend parties with bright stripes and a sheer hem. Style Name:Astr The Label Rowan Slipdress. Style Number: 5620755. Available in stores.

Backyard barbecues and patio parties call for a soft jersey knit dress that shows off your sun-kissed shoulders. Style Name:Karen Kane Cold Shoulder Swing Dress. Style Number: 5602062. Available in stores.

When you want to look stylish fast, reach for this split-neck crepe shift-its simple, classic silhouette can stay casual or go more formal. Style Name:Hailey Crepe Dress. Style Number: 5387390_7. Available in stores.

A sweet bow-a charming signature of blogger-turned-designer Julia Engel's debut collection-graces the elegant halter neckline of this party-ready frock cut from richly textured floral jacquard in a lovely blend of pale pink and ivory. Crisp, inverted pleats add vintage-inspired volume to the skirt. Style Name:Gal Meets Glam Collection Sea Holly Jacquard Halter Dress. Style Number: 5593973. Available in stores.

A single, flowing cape sleeve adds to the elegant drama of a sweeping gown accented at the waist by a layered band of lustrous imitation pearls and finished with a lovely train. Style Name:Mac Duggal One-Shoulder Gown. Style Number: 5603727. Available in stores.

Sheer lace is occasionally interrupted by solid panels on a shoulder-baring gown that plays to everything anyone ever loved about lace. Style Name:Ml Monique Lhuillier Off The Shoulder Lace Gown. Style Number: 5608360. Available in stores.

Square cutouts with silky embroidered edges make this lightweight woven dress feel even more breezy as you soak up the sun. Style Name:Scotch & Soda Strappy Cutout Midi Dress. Style Number: 5604341. Available in stores.

Crisscrossing ties lace up the sides of a romantic floral gown finished with delicate ruffles drifting towards the hem to create a dramatically flared silhouette. Style Name:Fame And Partners Anna Lace-Up Trumpet Gown. Style Number: 5604359. Available in stores.

When a warm evening calls for a black dress, go for one with a halter neck and a sassy side slit. Style Name:Karen Kane Morgan Halter Maxi Dress. Style Number: 5602151. Available in stores.

Heavily textured floral lace and crisp pleats add intricate detail to a billowy, tiered chiffon gown. Style Name:Tadashi Shoji Tiered Lace & Chiffon Gown. Style Number: 5590416. Available in stores.

When you want to look stylish fast, reach for this split-neck crepe shift-its simple, classic silhouette can stay casual or go more formal. Style Name:Hailey Crepe Shift Dress. Style Number: 5582709. Available in stores.

Side-sweeping pleating shapes this elegant, shoulder-baring gown featuring a long column skirt with a soaring side slit. Style Name:Chiara Boni La Petite Robe Divis Off The Shoulder Column Gown. Style Number: 5591985. Available in stores.

Iridescent sequins light up a pretty lace-overlay bodice while a flowy chiffon skirt contrasts with its matte finish to give this elegant A-line dress a two-piece impression. Style Name:Alex Evenings Mock Two-Piece Dress (Regular & Petite). Style Number: 738191_1. Available in stores.

Pert ruffles dance around the hips of a floor-sweeping striped gown designed with a bustier-like bodice for a hint of allure. Style Name:Fame And Partners Morrow Stripe Corset Gown. Style Number: 5604357. Available in stores.

An ultra-flattering sheath dress in a classic eyelet = your pick for spring and summer parties. Better yet, there's a corset inside, so it fits incredibly well (AKA you won't be tugging it up all day long). Style Name:J.crew Strapless Eyelet Sheath Dress. Style Number: 5588956. Available in stores.

Make distinctly different-yet equally elegant-entrances and exits, in this gown that puts every wonderful aspect of scuba crepe to its best and most beautiful use. Style Name:Vince Camuto Ruffle Back Scuba Crepe Gown. Style Number: 5607933. Available in stores.

It's all about the pretty flowers that grace the lace on this flare-hem dress that's ready to steal the party scene. Style Name:Wayf Ferrara Flare Hem Lace Dress. Style Number: 5561688. Available in stores.

The perfect little dress for weekend parties, sporting pretty ruffles and a tiered hem, also provides easy nursing access with a pull-apart front panel. Style Name:Allette Naomi Nursing Dress. Style Number: 5615878. Available in stores.

Panels of eyelash lace offering alluring glimpses of skin grace the neckline and back of a curve-hugging gown. Style Name:Xscape Lace Neck Halter Gown. Style Number: 5595295. Available in stores.

Side slits enhance the flowing movement of this plunging-neck gown that effuses effortless romance. Style Name:Wayf Carrara Slit Maxi Dress. Style Number: 5561691. Available in stores.

Tucked pleats elegantly gather at the bodice-while a deftly twisted and draped panel accents the waist-of this statuesque trumpet gown, cut from smooth and supple Italian fabric that's perfect for travel. Style Name:Chiara Boni La Petite Robe Naktis Trumpet Gown. Style Number: 5591988. Available in stores.

Gorgeous floral lace seems to float atop the sheer sleeves on this stunning off-the-shoulder gown. Style Name:Tadashi Shoji Off The Shoulder Lace Gown. Style Number: 5604820. Available in stores.

Be extra dreamy in this fluid, floral-themed gown alight with beading. Style Name:Adrianna Papell Mesh Blouson Gown (Regular & Petite). Style Number: 5311048_2. Available in stores.

A simple and easy shift to take you from poolside parties to casual work days is cut from soft stretch cotton with long ties lacing up the neckline. Style Name:Tommy Bahama Lace-Up Shift Dress. Style Number: 5604422. Available in stores.

The flattering surplice neckline wraps to meet a ruffle that gently cascades from the waist, on a classic faux-wrap gown cut from subtly textured stretch crepe to define and drape in all the right places. Style Name:Vince Camuto Laguna Faux Wrap Gown. Style Number: 5607936. Available in stores.

Lavish bell sleeves and a statuesque silhouette define a striking trumpet gown in a smooth Italian stretch knit that's perfect for traveling. Style Name:Chiara Boni La Petite Robe Iva Ruffle Bell Sleeve Gown. Style Number: 5591986. Available in stores.

Swiss dots on delicate georgette offer a playfully dappled look to this stunning gown styled with ruffle-trimmed tiers on the skirt for added flounce. Style Name:Fame And Partners Nancy Tiered Swiss Dot Gown. Style Number: 5604358. Available in stores.

Light dances upon the twinkling rhinestones that rain from the neckline of this sleek and slender gown. Style Name:Morgan & Co. Embellished Keyhole Trumpet Gown. Style Number: 5606612. Available in stores.

Crisscrossing ties lace up the sides of a head-turning gown styled with delicate ruffles streaming towards the hem to balance out the curve-hugging fit. Style Name:Fame And Partners Lara Lace-Up Georgette Gown. Style Number: 5604356. Available in stores.

A delicate ruffle glides with fluid, liquid movement asymmetrically from bodice to hem on this stunning fuchsia gown. Style Name:Vince Camuto Asymmetrical Ruffle Column Gown. Style Number: 5607935. Available in stores.

Delicate straps suspend the romantically ruffled sleeves of this chic frock that will take you from garden party to Sunday brunch in style. Faint polka dots and neatly covered buttons add subtle embellishment to this richly textured, linen-blend dress by blogger-turned-designer Julia Engel. Style Name:Gal Meets Glam Collection Polka Dot Off The Shoulder Dress. Style Number: 5593993. Available in stores.

Softly blurred clusters of flowers float all over the gorgeous georgette layers of this sweeping gown designed with soft ruffles gliding down the skirt for added flounce. Style Name:Fame And Partners Catherine Floral Print Gown. Style Number: 5604354. Available in stores.

Grosgrain ribbon highlights the natural waist in a beautiful lace gown styled with a collarbone-grazing neckline that dips to a deep V in back. Style Name:Js Collections Bateau Neck Lace Gown. Style Number: 5521663. Available in stores.

A richly ribbed and deftly folded panel drapes across the bodice of a standout siren-red gown that closely follows the figure for a look of understated elegance and glamour. Style Name:Brandon Maxwell Strapless Ribbed Bodice Crepe Gown. Style Number: 5540435. Available in stores.

An oversized bow gathers the bouquet of sequin flowers glittering above the high/low taffeta skirt on a ballgown designed to dazzle and charm. Style Name:Adrianna Papell Sequin Bodice High/low Ballgown. Style Number: 5595608. Available in stores.

This super-pretty lightweight sheath is made just that much better by its party-ready contrast sash. Style Name:J.crew Two-Tone Tie Waist Sheath Dress (Nordstrom Exclusive). Style Number: 5588959. Available in stores.

Make your brunch party special when you don this chic two-in-one dress with a darling lace-overlay bodice and tailored A-line skirt with pleats. Style Name:Sezane Gloria Two-In-One Dress. Style Number: 5608747. Available in stores.

A gorgeous hue backs the delicate embroidered mesh on a dress with beautiful allover blossoms that reach across the shoulders, providing a lovely frame for your face. Style Name:Alex Evenings Floral Embroidered Shift Dress (Regular & Petite). Style Number: 5592057. Available in stores.

Ruffles + a flattering silhouette + a polished, lightweight fabric = your key to all those spring wedding, holiday and party invites. Style Name:J.crew Spaghetti Strap Ruffle Dress. Style Number: 5588957. Available in stores.

Lush folds and a high/low silhouette show off the luminous satin lining on this sweeping one-shoulder gown fashioned from ornate floral jacquard glinting with shimmery metallic threads. Style Name:Adrianna Papell One-Shoulder High/low Jacquard Gown. Style Number: 5579446. Available in stores.