Leo Lin Gowns and Maxi Dresses for Black Tie, Weddings and Galas

Leo Lin is best known for its gowns and maxi dresses: long, fitted shapes covered in hand-applied flowers, exclusive prints and beading. If you have a black-tie invitation, a formal wedding and a gala on the calendar, this is where the label is strongest. Luxury Handbags stocks 44 Leo Lin maxi and gown styles beyond the Rayna today, from $1,420 to $5,980, every one still made by the brand.

Leo Lin evening gowns

The most formal pieces in the collection: velvet, beading and full-length skirts made for black tie.

• Josephine Silk Gown in Cosmos Print, $2,160. Cosmos Print, in silk with collared neckline, long sleeves and side pockets.
• Florence Velvet Ruffled Maxi Dress in Forest, $1,420. Forest, in velvet with strapless neckline, draped and ruffled bodice.
• Josephine Embellished Silk Gown in Forest, $3,040. Forest, in silk with hand-sewn floral embellishments, collared neckline and side pockets.
• Charlene Appliqué Gown in Agapanthus Print, $2,160. Agapanthus Print, with 3D hand-sewn floral appliqué, scoop neckline and relaxed silhouette.

Bustier maxi dresses

Leo Lin’s strapless and bustier maxis are built on boned bodices. The Rayna is the best known and has its own guide: Leo Lin Rayna dress guide.

• Jessica Cocoon Bustier Maxi Dress in Steel, $1,720. Steel, with hand-sewn sequin detailing, boned bust and sculpted cocoon silhouette.
• Violet Bustier Maxi Dress, $1,860. Vine Print in Snow, with a strapless neckline, fitted boned bust and gathered voluminous maxi skirt.
• Ava Halterneck Appliqué Floral Bustier Maxi Dress, $1,860. Vine Print in Pink, with a detachable halter vine strap, boned bust and floral appliqué detailing with hand sewn beading embellishments.

Maxi dresses with sleeves and halternecks

For cooler evenings, church ceremonies and anyone who prefers cover, these long dresses keep the hand work but add sleeves, a collar and a halter.

• Alice Short Sleeve Maxi Dress in Lily Print in Indigo, $1,570. Lily Print in Indigo, with round neckline, fitted waist and A-line silhouette.
• Willow Kaftan Maxi Dress in Serene Print, $2,010. Serene Print, in silk linen blend with boat neckline, wide sleeves and belt.
• Sofia Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress in Vermilion, $1,420. Vermilion, with round neckline, puff sleeves and fitted silhouette.
• Elsie Appliqué Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress, $1,570. Pale Turquoise, in silk linen blend with laser cut embroidery, neck tie and bow belt.

Which Leo Lin gown for which dress code

• Black tie: velvet and beaded gowns, and the darker Rayna bustier maxis.
• Formal wedding: an appliqué bustier maxi in a print, which feels dressed up without competing with the bride.
• Garden wedding: a printed maxi with sleeves, in linen blend and silk.
• Gala and charity dinners: a solid colour gown in Fuchsia, Emerald and Azure, all of which photograph well.

For colour advice, see Leo Lin dresses by colour.

Leo Lin gown fit

Leo Lin designs its gowns true to size, mostly in structured fabrics with no stretch, so fit to your bust and waist. Take the larger size if you are between two. AU sizes are the same as UK. More detail in the Leo Lin size guide.

More Leo Lin guides from Luxury Shoes

• The Leo Lin Rayna dress
• Leo Lin dresses by colour
• Leo Lin appliqué explained
• The best Leo Lin dresses
• Leo Lin vs Zimmermann
• Leo Lin size guide
• Shop every Leo Lin piece at Luxury Shoes

Frequently asked questions

Does Leo Lin make evening gowns?

Yes. Gowns and maxi dresses are the core of the collection, in velvet, beading, appliqué and exclusive prints.

How much is a Leo Lin gown?

Leo Lin maxi dresses and gowns at Luxury Handbags currently run from $1,420 to $5,980.

Is Leo Lin suitable for black tie?

Yes. Choose a full-length gown in velvet, beading and the darker prints, and keep accessories simple.

Where is Leo Lin made?

Leo Lin designs in Sydney and makes its pieces in its own atelier. Read more in is Leo Lin a luxury brand.

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