Formal Dresses for Women

Be the Envy of the Evening in Runaway's Formal Gowns

We've all been there — the fancy event invite that once sparked joy becomes a source of stress when you're a few days out, frantically Googling where to buy a formal dress online???

Good news, we've got the formal dress code covered. From eye-catching dresses in silks and satins to showstopping sequin dresses — let us take the guesswork out of formal and semi-formal dress shopping so you can focus on enjoying your special event, tearing up the dancefloor and getting that perfect group selfie with the girls.

Choose from a huge range of formal wear — we’ve got elegant, flowing maxi dresses, form-fitting cocktail dresses and slinky cut-out numbers to boot. No matter the vibe of your special occasion — you'll make an impact with Runaway's exclusive formal dress styles.

Shop Formal Wear: Wedding Guest Dresses and More

Get ahead of wedding season with a formal dress from Runaway.

Whether you're a bridesmaid heading on a bougie bachelorette weekend, cocktail party bound, or turning up the glamor for a wedding reception, our wide selection of formal and semi-formal wedding guest dresses has the perfect choice for you. With classic color options and dress silhouettes in our extensive formal wear range — who said sticking to a formal dress code and looking drop-dead gorgeous had to be mutually exclusive?

Dazzle, Rain or Shine: Nail the Formal Dress Code in Every Season

Turn up the heat in a chic cocktail dress at your next warm-weather formal event. And there's nothing like a breezy maxi dress in one of our stunning, bold prints for a sun-soaked occasion — step into that European goddess glow, girl! 

For cool-season formal occasions, evening dresses with sleeves in thick, luxurious fabrics are a no-brainer. Pair with a coat you can slip off for a photo op! Our formal dress collection can do it all, she's versatile like that!

Prom Dress Options Reimagined — Stand Out in the Crowd

Make memories you'll never forget at your prom in our timeless yet on-trend formal attire. Whether you're more of a romantic, floor-length mermaid dress kind of gal, love a stand-out dress with embellishments or prefer simple black prom dresses, you'll be the belle of your high school ball in Runaway.

Shop Runaway the Label's stunning selection of evening wear online now. No matter your vibe, body type or sense of personal style, we're certain the perfect dress is just a click away!