cocktail frocks

Semi-formal evening wear

Cocktail frocks are semiformal dresses designed for evening social gatherings, parties, and events that call for something dressier than daywear but less formal than a ball gown.

The term is somewhat dated, with "cocktail dress" being the more common contemporary phrase.

These garments typically fall at or just below the knee and are often characterized by elegant fabrics and flattering silhouettes.

She packed several cocktail frocks for the cruise.

Related

sheath · eveningwear · parties · little black dress · shawls · shift · special occasion · awards ceremony · dress code · velvet · empire waist · chic · apparel · clutch bag · high heels · elegance · style · satin

Opposites
formality level

cocktail frocksballgowns

Formal floor-length dresses

evening gowns · casual wear · loungewear · athleisure · sweatpants

occasion type

cocktail frocksworkwear

Garments for employment

office attire · business suits · uniforms · sportswear · gym clothes

garment category

cocktail frockstrousers

Bifurcated lower-body garment

pants · overalls · jumpsuits · separates · menswear

Family

cocktail, frocks, cock, tail, tails, tailed, tailing, frock, frocked

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G