Last Updated on December 10, 2025 by Eve Dawes
Stunning formal jumpsuits for all seasons for days you don’t want to wear a dress
Dressy jumpsuits for weddings or parties, AKA formal jumpsuits, are perfect for days when you really don’t fancy wearing a dress to a special occasion. Whether it’s a Winter wedding, special occasion, work, windy, cold, you forgot to shave your legs, self tan, or you just want to feel comfortable. Dressy jumpsuits for women work for all seasons and a belt can go a long way in changing the aesthetic and shape of a simple black dressy jumpsuit. Sleeveless or short sleeve styles or dressy rompers are great for Summer but long sleeves, sequin or velvet jumpsuits are great for Winter and look luxe for holiday parties. Whether you’re looking for a dressy jumpsuit for weddings, a formal event, date night, the theatre or holiday parties, I’ve searched for the best of them to share with you here.
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Are jumpsuits in style for 2026
Yes, both jumpsuits and catsuits are in style for 2026, and a classic wardrobe piece. Whether it’s a simple, chic style for everyday or a dressy jumpsuit for special occasions as seen all over more recent runway shows including Prabal Gurung, Bronx and Banco and Chanel’s fashion shows.
The catsuit is one of the year’s most unexpected trends to emerge. But lest you relegate it to runway only (as seen multiple times on Saint Laurent’s and at Burberry)—know that everyone from Hailey Bieber to Lizzo has already worn it out in the wild. It’s like your favorite yoga one-piece got a sudden after-dark update.
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25 Best formal and dressy jumpsuits for women
One-piece outfits can be hit and miss and hard to pull off so I’ve rounded up the best dressy jumpsuits for 2026 from designer to luxe for less. If you’re looking for affordable styles, Lulu’s has some absolutely stunning women’s dressy jumpsuits. I could’ve made this list of dressy jumpsuits for special occasions up pretty much entirely from their online store. Especially for the holidays with all of the red, green and sparkly styles they have.
For designer dressy jumpsuits for women that would be appropriate for black tie events, gala dinners and wedding guest outfits, FWRD has some of the most statement making, chic, statement designer styles from Retrofete and Norma Kamali.
If you’re looking for formal playsuits or rompers, go for more fitted styles in luxe fabrics like satin to avoid looking to summer casual.
Shop the best dressy jumpsuits for women
As always there’s lots from Revolve as besides the fact I’ve always loved them, full disclosure I’m an Ambassador. Half of my wardrobe is from there and I can also use their images copyright free. Their free shipping and returns policy makes shopping easy, especially if you’re not familiar with a brands quality or sizing.
They have a lot of embellished black formal jumpsuits and open back styles but I really love the Retrofete sparkly wide leg jumpsuit in champagne for a dressy jumpsuit for parties. It has such a fashion icon vibe. As well as this stunning strapless, black lace jumpsuit from Alice + Olivia.
This curated list is a mix of both party jumpsuits and formal jumpsuit for weddings so obviously not all of them would be appropriate as formal wear. There’s also a couple of stunning white jumpsuits that would be perfect for the bride to be for her rehearsal dinner or bachelorette.
Also, don’t forget the power of shoes, bags, belts and accessories to take what might look like a simple jumpsuit from meh to wow!
What to wear under jumpsuits
Most styles are easy to wear regular underwear with but you might prefer to wear nipple coverups or a stick on bra with some of the backless or halter neck styles. For tighter leggings style jumpsuits, check everything in the mirror. There’s a product called Camel-Not camel toe cover that’s perfect for hiding what you might prefer not to draw attention to.
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