Formal Affairs
The spotlight is yours — we’ll handle everything else. Rent the Runway's formal dress rentals come with free dry-cleaning, returns, and a free back-up size: so you don't have to worry about anything except looking your absolute best.
Marchesa Notte
Metallic Floral Pleated Gown
Retail Value$895
HALSTON
Lacey Gown
Retail Value$595
Badgley Mischka
Floral Flounce Hem Gown
Retail Value$860
Rachel Parcell
Pleated Velvet Dress
Retail Value$188
Nicholas
Mocha One Shoulder Gown
Retail Value$545
Ieena for Mac Duggal
Pleated Charmeuse Gown
Retail Value$498
Ieena for Mac Duggal
Ruffled Floral Gown
Retail Value$598
Marchesa Notte
Butterfly Embroidered Gown
Retail Value$510
Selkie
Romance Novel Gown
Retail Value$425
LIKELY
Gigi Gown
Retail Value$478
WATTERS
Blush Aldridge Gown
Retail Value$285
Kay Unger
Alexandra Gown
Retail Value$328
Sachin & Babi
Kayla Gown
Retail Value$285
Adam Lippes
Navy Highneck Ruched Dress
Retail Value$3,690
Ieena for Mac Duggal
Floral Brocade Dress
Retail Value$498
DELFI Collective
The Ella Dress
Retail Value$372
Bronx and Banco
Florentina Corset Gown
Retail Value$680
Suboo
Vega Rouched Front Midi Dress
Retail Value$249
Liv Foster
Satin Halter Gown
Retail Value$330
Badgley Mischka
The Two Tone Bow Gown
Retail Value$695
Sabina Musayev
Carry Dress
Retail Value$470
SIMKHAI
Sequoia Sleeveless V Neck Midi Dress
Retail Value$895
Lele Sadoughi
Pave Dome Mini Hoop Earrings
Retail Value$145
AMUR
Khari One Shoulder Gown
Retail Value$698
AMUR
Black Janet Gown
Retail Value$698
ML Monique Lhuillier
Floral Sequin Surplice Gown
Retail Value$595
L'IDÉE
Sirene Dress
Retail Value$425
elle zeitoune
The Isabella One Shoulder Dress
Retail Value$360
Donna Karan New York
Mineral Gown
Retail Value$495
ZAC Zac Posen Handbags
Black Lacey Soft Frame Clutch
Retail Value$395
elle zeitoune
Luna Gown
Retail Value$370
DELFI Collective
Aria Star Print Gown
Retail Value$498
Badgley Mischka
Drape Dolman Gown
Retail Value$880
Badgley Mischka
Metallic Knit Gown
Retail Value$950
Bardot
Verona Sequin Dress
Retail Value$179
Shoshanna
Luisa Dress
Retail Value$550
Theia
Fiona Cloud Jacquard Dress
Retail Value$695
Shoshanna
Black Carlotta Dress
Retail Value$670
Lele Sadoughi
Bow Stud Earrings
Retail Value$85
Badgley Mischka
Pleated Trim Gown
Retail Value$750
Dress The Population
Anabel Sequin Gown
Retail Value$348
Suboo
Mars Cutout Dress
Retail Value$295
Badgley Mischka
Floral High Low Gown
Retail Value$750
ML Monique Lhuillier
Sweetheart Sequin Gown
Retail Value$545
Slate & Willow
Ruched Floral Dress
Comparable Value$225
Loeffler Randall
Doreen Gold Diamanté Frame Pouch
Retail Value$325
Slate & Willow
Floral Wrap Gown
Comparable Value$250
Aidan AIDAN MATTOX
Lurex Striped Gown
Retail Value$275
ROTATE Birger Christensen
Chiffon Maxi Ruffle Dress
Retail Value$430
Dress The Population
Alessandra Gown
Retail Value$448
DELFI Collective
Zulay Gown
Retail Value$499
Line + Dot
Beaming Maxi Dress
Retail Value$141
Liv Foster
Velvet Sweetheart Gown
Retail Value$450
Diane von Furstenberg
Joaquin Dress
Retail Value$598
Shoshanna
Smith Dress
Retail Value$680
FARM Rio
Anika Tiles Blue Maxi Dress
Retail Value$330
Staud
Black Cubism Dress
Retail Value$395
AMUR
Cleopatra Pleated Dress
Retail Value$598
Sabina Musayev
Delphina Gown
Retail Value$425
GOOD AMERICAN
Sequin Maxi Dress
Retail Value$289
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Formal Dresses
If you want a reliable way to show up in a stunning number that matches your vibe and the dress code, our collection of formal dresses is something to get serious about.
So, what makes a formal dress formal? Formal wear doesn't need to be conservative or conventional — unless you want it to be. This means anything from an evening gown to floral dresses can capture the timeless elegance of a formal dress code. By matching your favorite evening dresses with sleek heels, a silk headscarf or a lace bag, you can build a unique style that never gets tired.
From minimalist silhouettes to bold and bright dresses, discover a full range of effortless looks that’ll command attention and leave a lasting impression — no matter the special occasion. Whether you need a show-stopping black tie wedding guest dress, a flirty cocktail party dress for next weekend's social lineup or a long sleeve wrap dress for the theater, we’ve got you covered.
With a super affordable, commitment-free approach, Rent the Runway makes it easy to try out the latest trends, evolve with the seasons and find a formal dress that feels as good as it looks.