Evening Dresses
Sherri Hill evening dresses are formal gowns for black-tie events, galas and holiday parties, many with high slits, corset bodices or beading, in sizes 000 to 26 depending on the style. Sherri Hill evening styles come from the Spring collection, which reaches stores from late October, and the Fall collection, which reaches stores in July and August; September and October are the best months to shop ahead of holiday events.
About Evening Dresses
What Is an Evening Gown?
An evening gown is a floor-length dress for events held at night: black-tie galas, charity balls, formal weddings, award dinners and holiday parties. Every style in the Sherri Hill evening collection is long. For a semi-formal or cocktail-attire event, see cocktail dresses instead.
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What You'll Find in the Sherri Hill Evening Collection
- Fitted silhouettes with high slits. Most styles follow the body to the knee or hip, and many open into a high slit.
- Corset bodices and strapless necklines. Structured bodices that hold their shape all night.
- Hot fix crystals and beading. Allover sparkle or beaded bodices for black-tie events.
- Satin and stretch satin. Sleek, polished fabrics with a soft sheen.
- Lace, pearls and open backs. Details for a softer or more dramatic finish.
Colors run from black, red and navy to royal, emerald and gold, plus ivory, nude and light blue. Many styles come in several colors. Read Formal Dress Fabrics Explained to compare satin, sequins and more.
Dress Codes and Events
- Black tie: a floor-length gown is the standard choice.
- Formal weddings: a floor-length gown; skip white and ivory unless the couple asks for them.
- Holiday galas and parties: Holiday Party Outfit Ideas
- New Year's Eve: New Year's Eve Outfit Ideas
Sizes and Fit
Sherri Hill evening gowns start at US size 000. Most styles run to 14 or 18, and some run to 26. Each style's page shows its exact size range. Use the Size Guide, and plan time for hemming and alterations, especially for fitted styles.
How to Find a Sherri Hill Evening Gown
Sherri Hill dresses are sold through authorized retailers. Note the style number, then use Find A Store to find an evening retailer near you, or browse stores by state. If the style, color or size you want isn't in the store, the retailer can check whether it's available to order.
Evening Dresses Questions
What is an evening gown?
An evening gown is a formal dress, usually floor length, worn to events held in the evening such as black-tie galas, charity balls, formal weddings and holiday parties. Sherri Hill evening gowns often add details like high slits, corset bodices and beading.
What should I wear to a black-tie event?
For women, a floor-length evening gown is the standard choice for a black-tie event. Choose an elegant fabric such as satin, chiffon or a beaded or sequined fabric, and keep accessories polished. Read more in the Dress Codes & Style Guides section of the Style Guide.
When should I shop for an evening dress?
Sherri Hill evening styles come from the Spring collection, which reaches stores from late October, and the Fall collection, which reaches stores in July and August. Choose your dress in September or October, ahead of holiday galas and black-tie events in November and December. See the Shopping Guide.
What colors do Sherri Hill evening dresses come in?
Black, red, navy and royal blue lead the current Sherri Hill evening collection, along with emerald, gold, ivory and nude. Each style's page lists the colors it comes in.
Where can I buy Sherri Hill evening dresses?
Sherri Hill evening dresses are sold through authorized retailers. Use Find A Store to locate one near you. If the style or size you want isn't in the store, the retailer can check whether it's available to order.