Exuding confidence, glamour and a little bit of romance, everyone needs a red dress in their repertoire. Classic but showstopping, nothing turns heads quite like a red dress.
A favourite for Valentine's, it's a versatile piece that requires minimal accessories to make a statement, and flatters every hair colour and skin tone. From red mini dresses to red midi dresses, and red satin dresses to statement silhouettes, I've found all of the best red dresses to shop now.
- The satin editor's pick: Rixo Devina Satin Gown, £385 / $520
- The slinky editor's pick: Rat & Boa Sirena Dress, £285 / $440
- The daytime editor's pick: Boden Aria Collared Jersey Dress, £75 / $110
- The designer editor's pick: Victoria Beckham Satin Maxi Dress, £990 / $1,550
- The scarf neck editor's pick: H&M Scarf Collar Dress, £27.99 / $39.99
- The mini editor's pick: River Island Red Scallop Trim Mini Dress, £39 / $88
Celebrities and royals wearing red dresses
![[L-R Hailey Bieber, Princess Kate, Kendall Jenner, Meghan Markle]](https://images.hellomagazine.com/horizon/original_aspect_ratio/a9b716da995c-red-dresses-celebs-2.jpg)
Red is definitely Princess Kate's colour. The 44-year-old royal has been pictured looking stunning in a red dress on multiple occasions, as seen above in a striking Preen number and matching red stiletto shoes while on tour in Canada. She's also worn red dresses to Royal Ascot and her Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey in London.
The Duchess of Sussex is another royal who loves a red dress. She looked incredible in a scarlet red Safiyaa cape dress (above), which she accessorised with a red satin clutch by Manolo Blahnik and matching Stuart Weitzman pumps at the Royal Albert Hall. And who could forget the red Carolina Herrera gown she wore to the Salute To Freedom Gala in NYC?
Hailey Bieber was a dream in her red strapless mini dress by Ermanno Scervino, while more recently Kendall Jenner gave us all of the red dress goals as she closed the L'Oréal show at Paris Fashion Week in custom Mugler.
How we chose
- Colour: I've of course only included dresses in a red hue - although some are true red while others lean slightly scarlet or burgundy.
- Occasionwear: While many of these red dresses are versatile, this edit is focused on more formal pieces.
- Price: I've found dresses at a range of price points, from £27 at H&M to £428 at Reformation.
The best red dresses to shop this season
Rixo Devina Satin Gown
Editor's Note:
With its sultry low back and side split, Rixo's elegant satin Devina dress is a gorgeous choice if you're going somewhere special. It features the brand's flattering signature underbust seam and long sleeves.
Mango Flared Midi Dress
Editor's Note:
Mango just dropped this red midi dress and it's so flattering with its figure-skimming cut, gathered waist detail, and long flared sleeves. I'd style it with a clutch and stiletto heels.
Rat & Boa Sirena Dress
Editor's Note:
With its draped shoulder detail, chic back drape and flower corsage, this red dress from Rat & Boa midi is beautiful for a very fancy date night or wedding season. Style it with stiletto heels.
Boden Aria Collared Jersey Dress
Editor's Note:
For a daytime style, I love Boden's pure cotton midi dress. Designed to fall just above the knee, it features a collared neckline, fit-and-flare shape and pockets. Style it with boots now and sandals come summer.
River Island Red Scallop Trim Mini Dress
Editor's Note:
If you're looking for a red mini dress that's also super affordable, this one from River Island ticks all of the boxes. The preppy style has cute scallop trims and gold buttons.
Reformation Shanelle Dress
Editor's Note:
Reformation is always one of the first places I look for a showstopping dress and the Shanelle has a stunning high neckline and tie back falling to a mermaid silhouette. I love it styled with slicked back hair.
Victoria Beckham Asymmetric Satin Maxi Dress
Editor's Note:
This satin red dress by Victoria Beckham drapes beautifully and is twisted through the bodice to flatter and highlight the waist. Your new go-to for date night, I love it styled with gold accessories.
H&M Scarf Collar Dress
Editor's Note:
Elegant scarf necklines are still big this season. Combined with its A-line cut, this mini is so flattering and could be dressed up with heels or down with fancy flats.
Sister Jane Carnival Red Dress
Editor's Note:
From the puff sleeves to the embellished rhinestone heart buttons this dress makes a statement in all the right ways. Perfect if you want a playful outfit this Valentine's.
