12 Places to Shop for Perfect Party Season Dresses in Newcastle

New Look, Eldon Square

The racks at New Look in Eldon Square are brimming with feel-good fashion items bound to have you feeling fabulous throughout the festive season - from the glitzy and glamorous to more understated little black dresses, and everything in between. Affordable fashions and regular sales mean that New Look is great for shopping for party dresses on a budget too.

Fenwick, Northumberland Street

Fenwick has a reputation for sheer class across its broad range of stock and boasts dresses from some of the most respected designers around. There are some some magnificent festive-friendly frocks from the likes of The Vampire's Wife and Herve Leger that'll set you back a pretty penny, but also some fantastic and less expensive designs from brands like Forever New, Whistles and Never Fully Dressed.

John Lewis, Eldon Square

A high street mainstay for over a century, John Lewis is known for quality and style and that extends to its party dress range too. They offer plenty of gorgeous designs that won't break the bank from brands including Superdry and Yumi alongside pricier styles from the likes of Ted Baker and All Saints for those looking to go all out this festive season. You can even consult with their personal styling service to really get that perfect party look.

River Island, Eldon Square

River Island has long been a high street staple for shoppers looking for stylish clothes in a mid-range budget, often with a unique and eye-catching design. With party season upon us, they have an impressive range of stylish frocks - in everything from sumptuous velvet and slinky satin to sexy lace and glam sequins - that would suit a glitzy night out without spending more than £100. 

Flannels, Northumberland Street

For high-end, luxury dresses look no further than Flannels which stocks some of the most exclusive brands about - Vivienne Westwood, Tom Ford and Saint Laurent included - and has prices to match, but is perfect for making a splash this festive season. While you could spend hundreds (even thousands!) at Flannels, they also sell some impressive and unusual frocks for less than £50 so don’t rule it out even if the budget is limited.

Reiss, Monument Mall

Reiss started life as a menswear outlet but is now squarely aimed at a high-end female audience, bringing some real style to the high street with a reputation for fine detail. There are plenty of sleek and stylish dresses from its own range available in the £120-£200 range, but lots of gorgeous numbers from the likes of Leo Lin and Rachel Gilbert that come in at over £1,000 and look like it!

Primark, Northumberland Street

Primark has been the budget high street fallback for shoppers for decades now but has also built up a reputation for quality in recent years. You could walk away with some amazing bargains that will have you looking incredible at a party - from sparkly sequin numbers to designs in lace, satin, velvet and more - and you'll most likely not spend more than £30. There’s a Rita Ora collab at the moment too that offers a number of eye-catching dresses perfect for parties.

Mango, Eldon Square

Style and sophistication is the name of the game at Mango and predictably, they've got a fabulous range or party frocks available this season - from chic numbers with sleek lines and classic fabrics to glitzier numbers in lurex and sequins that scream festive glamour. Most are priced between £50 and £100 too, so ideal for making a statement that won't hit your purse too hard.

H&M, Eldon Square

Swedish high street titan H&M has been a destination for fashion-conscious, budget-aware shoppers for decades. Known for some interesting and unique stock (and some impressive collaborations), their selection of party-appropriate dresses includes something for shopper whether you're looking for a figure-hugging bodycon dress or a flowing, floor-skimming number. With lower-priced items costing around £50 or less, you could even pick up a few party dresses too!

TK Maxx, Monument Mall

TK Maxx really is home of the amazing bargain, although it sometimes involves putting in a few hours at the clothing rail coalface! Some of the bargains have to be seen to be believed and often aren’t available for long, but you can sometimes find a perfect party frock from Ghost, Balmain or DKNY for less than £100 if you’re quick!

Urban Outfitters, Grainger Street

A shopping destination for the streetwise and fashion-conscious, Urban Outfitters has plenty of up-to-date trends on offer this festive season. Their own range features lots of party-perfect dresses to choose from that won't set you back more than £100, but even their designer brands are mostly priced in the upper £200s, so you can dress to impress without breaking the bank.

Marks & Spencer, Northumberland Street

M&S has been a solid high street choice for style and quality for decades and this year's range of seasonal dresses include everything classic and timeless designs to more fashion-forward numbers. Prices range from the £30 mark up to a few hundred quid, so whatever your budget is M&S might just have what you’re looking for this Christmas.

There’s a huge selection of women’s fashion outlets in Newcastle, catering to every pocket and every taste, so you’re bound to find the perfect frock for your party somewhere - here's hoping this round-up gives you a bit of a head-start in finding that perfect outfit before party season begins.