Black Dresses

Black Dresses for Every Fall & Winter Occasion

Black dresses make an impact in every setting, from sleek nights out to the season’s biggest celebrations. Find minimalist silhouettes alongside maximum-impact designs with sequins, rhinestones, lace, mesh, and glitter. Whether the plan calls for cocktail black dresses, a party-ready mini, or an elegant long black dress, black gives each texture and silhouette a polished foundation while letting the details set the mood.

From Cocktail Hour to the Countdown

Fall and winter calendars call for dresses that can keep up. Satin bodycon and fitted styles bring sleek polish to cocktail hours and holiday office parties, while A-line silhouettes, ruffled details, and soft knits offer a different take for family dinners and seasonal gatherings. When the dress code turns festive, holiday dresses in sparkly black sequins or soft black lace bring texture and shine to Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve celebrations.

For semi-formal plans, look for halter, cowl, sweetheart, plunge, and V-necklines paired with sleeveless, spaghetti-strap, or strapless silhouettes. From understated to high-impact, semi-formal black dresses let the cut, neckline, and finish define how dressed-up the look feels.

Black Dresses Made for the Occasion

The versatility of black makes it easy to match the dress to the event. homecoming black dresses can go sleek or statement-making with fitted silhouettes, open backs, rhinestones, glitter, or floral details. For cocktail parties, date nights, and nights out, bodycon dresses and slinky satin styles deliver a more sultry effect.

Formal black dresses shift the focus toward elevated silhouettes and dramatic details. Consider mermaid shapes, floor-length hems, dress slits, lace, or shimmering embellishments when the invitation calls for more glamour. formal wedding guest dresses in black can also feel celebration-ready when the silhouette, fabrication, and accessories reflect the formality and mood of the wedding.

Why Are Black Dresses So Flattering?

Black creates a visually continuous line, which can make a dress silhouette appear more streamlined and draw attention to its shape rather than strong color contrast. The effect also depends on the dress itself: fitted seams can define curves, an A-line skirt can emphasize the waist, and a long black dress with a slit can create an elongated line.

Texture keeps an all-black look from feeling one-dimensional. Satin catches the light, sequins and rhinestones add sparkle, while lace and mesh create contrast through sheer and opaque areas. That makes black an especially versatile backdrop for both minimalist dresses and statement designs.

Can You Wear a Black Dress to a Wedding?

Yes, a black dress can work beautifully for many weddings when it fits the couple’s dress code, venue, and overall celebration. For an evening or black-tie wedding, floor-length silhouettes, satin, lace, and elevated embellishments can give black a formal, occasion-ready feel. For cocktail or semi-formal weddings, consider polished midi or fitted silhouettes with distinctive necklines and dressy accessories.

The key is making the outfit feel celebratory rather than simply everyday. A special fabrication, elegant silhouette, sparkling jewelry, clutch, and heels can transform black into a polished wedding guest look.

How Can I Style My Favorite Black Dress?

Start with the occasion and let black become the foundation. For holiday parties and New Year’s Eve, play up sequins, rhinestones, glitter, or metallic accessories for extra light-catching impact. For a cocktail dinner, a sleek satin or cowl-neck dress pairs naturally with heels and a statement clutch. Lace, mesh, and floral or multi-print details can add dimension when you want an all-black look with more visual interest.

Black also gives you room to change the mood through accessories. Add sparkle for a glamorous finish, keep shoes and jewelry streamlined for a minimalist look, or introduce contrasting textures and prints when you want something bolder. One black dress can feel completely different depending on what you pair with it.

Find your fall and winter favorite in Windsor’s collection of Black Dresses, from party minis and cocktail styles to formal gowns made for holiday celebrations, New Year’s Eve, weddings, homecoming, and nights out.

  • Freshly Picked Floral Skater Dress

    Freshly picked from the garden. This floral skater dress is ready for your springtime festivities! It features short puff sleeves, a sweetheart neck with a tie-front closure, an open lace-up back design, and a tiered ruffled short-length hem. Complete the look in trendy new mules.

    Fit & Features

    • Short puff sleeves
    • Sweetheart neck, tie-front closure
    • Open lace-up back design
    • Skater silhouette
    • Tiered ruffle short-length hem
    • Watercolor floral print, non-stretch fabric, woven lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4993

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $23.97 $52.90

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  • Take Me Out Rhinestone Mini Dress

    You're made to be seen. Take yourself out in this mesh mini dress for a night of wine and dining! It features a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, front cutouts with rhinestone button accents, and side ruched seams that accentuate your curves along the bodycon fit. Complete the look with lace-up heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neck
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Front cutouts with rhinestone button accents
    • Side ruched seams
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Lined mesh fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2315

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

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  • Sparkle Struck Glitter Mini Dress

    Everyone will have sparkles in their eyes looking at you in this glitter mini dress to make a striking impression! Featuring a sleeveless scoop neck, sleek bungee spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a ruched seam atop a flirty hem slit. Complete the look with statement earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless scoop neck
    • Bungee spaghetti straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Ruched seam, slit accent
    • Mini-length hem
    • Glitter fabric
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4738

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $5.97 $38.90

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  • Rhea Formal One Shoulder Midi Dress

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     Showcase your sophisticated demeanor in the Rhea formal dress to bring effortless beauty to dinner parties, mixers, and date nights! She features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, dual asymmetrical spaghetti straps, a form-hugging silhouette, and a flirty slit along her midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a crepe knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Style with sparkly hoop earrings and heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
    • Dual asymmetrical spaghetti straps
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • Slit accent
    • Midi-length hem
    • Crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1351

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $36.90

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  • Kenia Formal Satin Halter Long Dress

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    Sophisticated and undeniably elegant doesn't even begin to describe how you'll look in the Kenia formal dress! Make an entrance at school dances, charity dinners, or wedding ceremonies. She features a sleeveless halter square neckline, open-back, a form-hugging mermaid silhouette, and a sexy high-cut front slit along her floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a buttery smooth silky satin-lined fabric with minimal stretch. Complete the look with a rhinestone bracelet and clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless halter square neck, open back
    • Form-hugging mermaid silhouette
    • High-cut front slit
    • Floor-length hem
    • Lined satin fabric, minimal stretch
    • Sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6897

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $64.90

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  • Jovie Formal Sequin Slit Mermaid Long Dress

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    To sparkle is always the answer to the Jovie formal dress covered in head-to-toe sequins to make your dazzling entrance! Perfect for school dances, black tie weddings, and dressy celebrations. She stuns in a sleeveless square neckline, tank-style straps, and a form-hugging mermaid silhouette that creates the high-cut front slit along her floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-embroidered fabric with a lining. Complete the look in platform heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neck, tank-style straps
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Form-hugging, mermaid silhouette
    • High-cut front slit, floor-length hem
    • Sequin-embroidered fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Lightly padded bust, bra optional
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2844

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $49.97 $109.90

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  • Loretta Formal Satin Strappy Mermaid Dress

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    Showcase a chic allure in the stunning Loretta formal satin dress! She features a sleeveless deep V-neckline with an alluring sheer mesh insert, a built-in padded bust, dual spaghetti straps, a bold open back with a strappy caged design, a floor-length hem with a thigh-high side slit, and a form-hugging mermaid silhouette. The satin-knit fabric gives off a luxe sheen that will have all eyes on you. Complete the look with clear heels for your next fancy party.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless deep V-neckline, sheer mesh insert, padded bust
    • Dual spaghetti straps
    • Open back, strappy caged design, two zipper closures
    • Floor-length hem, high side slit
    • Form-hugging mermaid silhouette
    • Satin-knit fabric, mini-length knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-3040

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $39.97 $89.90

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  • Love The Way Lace-Up Midi Dress

    You'll love the way you look in this head-turning midi dress featuring a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, an open lace-up back design, a pleated side seam, and an asymmetrical hem with a side cutout. The dress is composed of a stretchy knit fabric with a subtle sheen. Complete the look in platform block heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps
    • Open-back, lace-up design
    • Pleated side seam
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Asymmetrical midi-length hem, side cutout
    • Knit fabric, subtle sheen, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1944

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $36.90

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  • Feelin' Flirty Strapless Bow Mini Dress

    This adorable mini dress will have you feelin' flirty and fine! It features a strapless straight-across neckline, a wrap design at the waist with a trendy bow accent, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves. Style with strappy heels for date night.

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless straight-across neckline
    • Wrap design at the waist, bow accent
    • Mini-length hem
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Smooth scuba knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2374

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

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  • Isabelle Rhinestone Embroidered A-Line Formal Dress

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    Create an enchanting and regal look in the gorgeous Isabelle formal dress that will leave everyone awestruck! Have your princess moment in this gorgeous gown with an open back, A-line silhouette, and a high front slit for ethereal allure.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer tulle fabric, full-length woven skirt lining, no stretch
    • Sweetheart neckline, deep V-design, sheer mesh overlay
    • Lined and padded cups, spaghetti straps
    • Sheer mesh bodice, leaf-shaped embroidered applique, mini rhinestones
    • Hidden back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Fitted high waist, floor-length hem
    • High front slit, A-line silhouette
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Prom, gala, charity and military balls, black tie weddings, bridesmaids, red-carpet events

    Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0080

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $44.97 $239.90

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  • Cora Lace V-Neck Mermaid Formal Dress

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    Prepare to enchant in the Cora mermaid formal dress for your grand walk down the aisle or into the school formal! She stuns in a sleeveless V-neckline, sleek bungee spaghetti straps, a lightly padded bust, an open back with cross straps, a hip-hugging mermaid silhouette, a sexy dramatic high-cut front slit along the floor-length hem, and a train accent. The dress is composed of a glitter lace mesh fabric with a stretchy nude knit lining. Style with earrings and platform heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
    • Lightly padded bust, bra optional
    • Open back, cross straps, lower zipper closure
    • Hip-hugging, mermaid silhouette
    • High-cut front slit, floor-length hem, train accent
    • Glitter lace mesh fabric, stretchy nude knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-3146

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $99.90

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  • Raquel Formal Sequin Mermaid Dress

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    Glistening sequins dance across the Raquel formal dress to make a stunning appearance at dances, weddings, and banquets! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps that lace up on the back, a built-in padded bust with underwire, and a form-hugging mermaid silhouette with a sultry front slit and floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-embroidered mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Style with a collar necklace and heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps
    • Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Built-in padded bust, underwire
    • Form-hugging, mermaid silhouette, front slit, floor-length hem
    • Sequin-embroidery, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • No bra required
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6926

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $109.90

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  • Eleanor Formal Sequin One Shoulder Dress

    Special Occasion

    Sparkly sequins form a stunning display on the Eleanor formal dress for a major shine at Homecoming, banquet dinners or black-tie weddings! She features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with dual bungee spaghetti straps, an open strappy back design, side flexible boning for structure, a mermaid silhouette, and a floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-embroidered mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in a necklace and earrings set.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, padded bust
    • Dual bungee spaghetti straps
    • Open strappy back, zipper closure, side flexible boning
    • Mermaid silhouette, floor-length hem
    • Sequin-embroidery, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Bra optional
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2487

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $119.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Amari Strapless Applique Mermaid Satin Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    The gorgeous Amari satin formal dress offers an alluring and feminine look with an applique design and mermaid silhouette that highlights your curves!

    Fit & Features

    • Stretch satin fabric, bust knit lining
    • Strapless sweetheart wired neckline, padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Applique design
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • Floor-length hem with train
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Prom, black-tie galas and parties, weddings, fancy dinner parties, nights at the theatre

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9700

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $89.90

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  • Kayla Satin Cowl A-Line Ball Gown

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    A classic ball gown silhouette reveals a modern allure! The Kayla satin gown is a stunning option for making your grand entrance at formal dances and galas. She's designed in a sleeveless sweetheart neck with cowl draping, spaghetti straps that lace up on the back, a built-in padded bust, and flexible boning inserts along the bodice. Her flattering A-line silhouette features hidden side pockets to keep your hands warm, pleat detailing, and a floor-sweeping hem. The ball gown is composed of smooth satin fabric with multi-layers of tulle and woven lining for a voluminous effect. Style with a sparkly envelope clutch and heels to complete the look!

    Dripping in satin and pure sophistication, this dress turns heads effortlessly. Love that silky shine? Browse our luxe satin prom dresses or opt for a sleek silhouette with our formal dresses.>

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neck, cowl draping
    • Spaghetti straps, lace-up back, zipper, and hook-eye closure
    • Built-in padded bust, flexible boning inserts on bodice
    • Hidden side pockets, pleat detailing
    • A-line silhouette, floor-length hem
    • Satin fabric, multi-layers of tulle, and woven lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0165

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $89.97 $189.90

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  • Vera Sequin Puff Sleeve Short Dress

    Special Occasion

     A girl like you deserves to shine! Make the room sparkle in the Vera sequin dress at formal dances, birthdays, and dressy date nights. She features adorable short puff sleeves with elastic cuffs, a square neckline, and a short, bodycon silhouette. The formal party dress is composed of a sequin-knit mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Style with an envelope clutch and heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Short puff sleeves, elastic cuffs, square neckline
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Short-length hem
    • Sequin-knit mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Bra-friendly design
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1364

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $54.90

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  • Sincerely Sparkling Bustier Sequin Party Dress

    Sincerely sparkle all night in this sequin party dress ready to hit the dance floor! Boasting a sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a perfect fit, and padded bra cups for support. The bustier-inspired bodice offers a snatched appearance while the bodycon silhouette hugs your curves down to the surplice mini-length hem. Complete the look in block heels and earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sequin mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5504

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

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  • Perfect Bow Linen Strapless Mini Dress

    Look like a gift of fashion in this perfect bow linen dress for a chic wedding reception or party look! Featuring a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining, a center front bow, a bodycon silhouette, and a flirty hem slit. Complete the look with cute block heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
    • Center front bow
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem with slit accent
    • Double-lined linen fabric, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2419

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $54.90

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  • To The Nines Satin Bow A-Line Dress

    Get dressed to the nines in this satin mini dress to bring chic vibes for banquets and dressy parties! It features a sleeveless bodice with adjustable spaghetti straps, detachable rhinestone straps, and a statement bow with a keyhole cutout, and a flattering A-line silhouette. Complete the look with a glitter envelope clutch and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Detachable rhinestone straps
    • Statement bow, keyhole cutout
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • A-line silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Satin fabric, chiffon lining, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2420

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $26.97 $59.90

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  • Framed In Floral Satin Midi Dress

    You'll look pretty as a picture in this floral satin midi dress for all of your springtime frolics! It features a sleeveless v-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps a cowl pleated neck overlay, and a form-hugging silhouette with a sultry side slit. Style with a chic handbag for a date or wedding shower!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless v-neck
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Cowl pleated neck overlay
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • Side slit, midi-length hem
    • Floral print, lined silky satin fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2175

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $45.90

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  • Own Your Shine Rhinestone Strap Midi Dress

    Own your shine girl! Capture the attention in this metallic midi dress featuring a sleeveless cowl neck, rhinestone straps, and a bodycon silhouette. Style with strappy rhinestone heels to complete the look for birthdays or cocktail parties!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neck
    • Rhinestone straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Midi-length hem
    • Metallic knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2246

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $39.90

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  • Floral Mart Chiffon Skater Dress

    Always look like you've just come from somewhere with flowers! This breezy ditsy floral skater dress embodies every girl's favorite thing about spring. It features sheer 3/4 length sleeves with elastic cuffs, a sweetheart neck with a bust tie and keyhole, a smocked back, and a flowy fit and flare short-length hem. Complete the look in platform wedges.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer 3/4 length sleeves, elastic cuffs
    • Sweetheart neck, bust tie, and keyhole
    • Smocked back
    • Skater silhouette, short-length hem
    • Ditsy floral print
    • Chiffon fabric with lining, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2161

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $10.97 $49.90

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  • Sweet As Can Be Lace Midi Dress

    Look and feel sweet as can be in this lace midi dress for a chance at romance! Features adorable short puff sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, a form-hugging silhouette, a flirty front slit, and a slight flare hem. Style with heeled sandals for a cute look for day dates and brunch!

    Fit & Features

    • Short puff sleeves
    • Sweetheart neckline
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • Front slit, slight flare midi-length hem
    • Lace fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2020

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $5.97 $52.90

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  • Spring Stroll Ditsy Floral Midi Dress

    Take a springtime stroll in this adorable ditsy floral midi dress! Featuring a square neckline, short puff sleeves, a midi-length hem with a front slit, and a flowy A-line silhouette, this dress is perfect for weekend plans. The ditsy floral printed woven fabric includes a short knit lining. Style with sandals for a date with your special someone.

    Fit & Features

    • Square neckline
    • Short puff sleeves, elastic cinched hems
    • Smocked back panel, hidden side zipper
    • Midi-length hem, front slit, A-line silhouette
    • Ditsy floral print
    • Woven fabric, short knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1985

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $5.97 $52.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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