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.

  • Grand Exit Satin Skater Dress

    Make a grand exit after your formal affair in this flirty satin skater dress! Designed with a shiny stretch-satin fabric, it features a sleek sleeveless square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, a bold open back with a dual bar strap design, and a fitted high waist that flares out to a short skater silhouette. Complete your look with a rhinestone necklace and earrings set and block heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Shiny stretch-satin fabric
    • Square neckline
    • Bungee spaghetti straps
    • Open back, dual bar strap design
    • Fitted bodice, high waist seam
    • Fit-and-flare skater silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1447

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $44.90

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  • Picnic Date Eyelet Lace V-Neck Dress

    The cutest picnic date dress ever! Make an adorable impression in this eyelet lace dress featuring a sleeveless V-neck, ruffled straps, and a pencil silhouette on a short hem. Complete the look in wedges.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, V-neck, ruffled straps
    • Pencil silhouette
    • Short-length hem
    • Back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Eyelet lace fabric, inner lining, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4386

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

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  • Feel The Sun Halter Sweetheart Skater Dress

    Bare your shoulders in this cute skater dress on a sunny day! Its easy, breezy design features a halter sweetheart neck, tie-back closure, a ruched bust, and a flowy silhouette and back zipper closure. Composed of seersucker woven fabric with an inner knit lining. Finish the look in lace-up sandals.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, halter sweetheart neck, tie-back closure
    • Ruched bust
    • Flowy skater silhouette
    • Above the knee length
    • Back zipper closure
    • Seersucker woven fabric, no stretch, inner knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1537

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Jill Formal Cowl Back A-Line Dress

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    Style and grace come hand-in-hand in the Jill formal dress sure to be the hit of the night! She features a sleeveless surplice v-neck bodice with a cowl back accent, spaghetti straps, side ruched seams, a form-fitting a-line silhouette, and a high-cut side slit along her floor-length hem. Jill is composed of a slinky and sleek knit fabric that contours to your figure. Complete the look in rhinestone earrings and statement heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, surplice v-neck bodice, spaghetti straps
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • Side ruched seams, cowl back accent, form-fitting
    • A-line silhouette
    • High-cut side slit, floor-length hem
    • Slinky and sleek knit fabric
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2304

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Carly Formal Sequin V-Neck Dress

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    Turn heads in the Carly formal sequin dress sure to leave every room dazzled! She features a sleek, sleeveless, V-neck, bungee spaghetti straps, and a form-fitting silhouette on a mid-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a mesh-lined fabric with minimal stretch. Complete the look in chic hoop earrings and lucite heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neck, bungee spaghetti straps
    • Form-fitting silhouette, midi-length hem
    • Back zipper closure
    • Sequin embroidery
    • Mesh-lined fabric, minimal stretch
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1011

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $79.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sunday's Best Floral Cutout Dress

    Create a cute look for Sunday brunch in this floral chiffon a-line dress featuring a sleeveless, v-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, ruffled trim, cutout bodice, and a flowy, short-length hem. Complete the look in heels and a purse.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, v-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Ruffled trimming, back zipper closure
    • Cutout bodice
    • A-line silhouette
    • Flowy, short-length hem
    • Floral chiffon-lined fabric, no stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1384

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Savannah Sequin Mesh Party Dress

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    Twirl the night away in the flirty Savannah sequin party dress! She features a sleeveless V-neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a strappy cross-back design, a fitted high waist, and a short flared-out party skirt silhouette. The sheer mesh fabric has all-over sequin embroidery in a stunning scroll design. Complete your look with neutral block heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Built-in padded bust
    • Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
    • Cross-back strap design, lower back zipper and hook and eye closure
    • High waist seam, short party skirt
    • Fit and flare silhouette
    • Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0938

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $74.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Lace Setter Puff Sleeve Mini Dress

    Set the lace trend for your squad in this flirty mini dress! It features puff sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, bodycon silhouette, all-over ruched seams on lace-lined fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete the look in lace-up heels for a brunch.

    Fit & Features

    • Puff sleeves, sweetheart neckline
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Back zipper closure
    • All-over ruched seams
    • Mini-length hem
    • Lace-lined fabric, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1426

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $44.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Jaelyn Formal Cutout Short Dress

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    Make a dramatic entrance with a formal dress that is perfect for those after-parties or reception! Jaelyn features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, a sexy cutout at the midriff, a ruffled draped accent at the waist, and a short-length wrap hem. The dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with built-in retention and a moderate stretch. Complete your formal outfit with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone choker. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Cutout at midriff
    • Draped ruffle accent at waist
    • Short length wrap hem
    • Lined crepe fabric
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch 
    • Runs true to size 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0888

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Lotus Floral Mesh Bodycon Dress

    Look lovely in this floral mesh bodycon dress for a trendy afternoon tea look! Features a sleeveless, cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, on a mini-length hem. Complete the look in cute heels and a straw hat.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Floral mesh-lined fabric
    • Moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4363

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $36.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Victoria Off-The-Shoulder Glitter Mermaid Formal Dress

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    Sparkle and glow in the Victoria glitter formal dress perfect for dressy events and parties! The formal dress features a striking off-the-shoulder neckline adorned with sheer fitted long sleeves and a mermaid silhouette that hugs your curves. Pair with earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Glitter mesh lined fabric
    • Off-the-shoulder neckline
    • Back zipper closure
    • Sheer fitted long sleeves
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • Floor-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9106

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $79.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Bora Bora Floral Chiffon Maxi Dress

    Got vacay on the mind? This floral chiffon maxi dress is perfect for a trip to Bora Bora! Features a sleeveless, halter neck with tie-closure, ruched bust, and a cutout bodice atop a flowy, tiered maxi skirt. Complete the look in wedges and chic sunglasses. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, halter neck, tie-closure
    • Ruched bust
    • Cutout bodice
    • Flowy, tiered maxi skirt
    • Floral print
    • Airy chiffon fabric, inner lining, no stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4391

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Maves Formal High Slit Mermaid Dress

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    Make an enchanting appearance in a formal dress that wows from the moment you enter the room! Maves features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a row of criss-cross straps at back, and a sleek bar strap. The slim fit bodice leads to a form hugging mermaid silhouette that is accented with a dramatic high side slit. Complete look with rhinestone heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Criss-cross straps, bar strap
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • High side slit
    • Form hugging fit
    • Runs true to size 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2236

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $89.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Emery Sleeveless Lace Formal Dress

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    Showcase a gorgeous sparkle with each step in the Emery lace formal dress! She features a sleeveless boat neckline, tank shoulder straps leading to a chic open back design with scalloped lace detailing, a high waist seam, and a fitted floor-length silhouette. The lined lace fabric features all-over glitter for a pretty, picturesque vibe. Style the dress with rhinestone duster earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless boat neckline, tank shoulder straps
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • Open back, scalloped lace detailing
    • High waist seam, floor-length silhouette
    • Sheer glitter lace fabric, full knit lining
    • Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1824

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $69.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Livia Sequin Mesh Mermaid Dress

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    Livia will bring chic drama to your formal affair! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a notched design and a sheer mesh inset, a built-in padded bust, and adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit. Her fitted high waist seam flows out to a gorgeous sheer mesh mermaid silhouette to showcase your strappy heels. The sheer mesh fabric features a subtle all-over polka dot pattern and stunning floral embroidery with shimmering sequins throughout. Complete your look with rhinestone duster earrings and a sleek clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, notched design, sheer mesh inset
    • Padded bust, no bra required
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, hidden back zipper, hook-eye closure
    • High waist seam, floor-length mermaid silhouette
    • Sheer mesh fabric, polka dot pattern, short knit lining
    • Floral embroidery, sequin detailing, banded hem
    • Form-hugging fit, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2389

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $49.97 $164.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Scarlet Formal Glitter Drape Dress

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    A delicate side drape and glitter steals the show on the Scarlet formal dress perfect for all-night dancing! She captures all the attention in her sleek, one-shoulder design with a sheer long sleeve, high waist seam, and bodycon short skirt. Her side cascading drape creates a dramatic flair for the evening while elongating your figure! The formal dress is composed of a sheer glitter knit overlay with a knit lining and moderate stretch. Complete the look in statement earrings and sassy heels.

    Fit & Features

    • One-shoulder design, sheer long sleeve
    • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • High waist seam, side cascading drape
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Short-length hem
    • Sheer glitter overlay, knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0976

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Chic Romance Floral Midi Dress

    Bring the romance in this gorgeous and chic floral midi dress. It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, a midi-length, curve-hugging silhouette, and an all-over blooming floral print. Style this dress with sleek hoops and heeled mules.

    Shop Maxi Dress: Date Night Chic Floral Maxi Dress

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Midi-length, form-fitting silhouette
    • Floral print
    • Stretch knit fabric, inner lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1444

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glinda Formal Sequin Party Dress

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    Glinda brings irresistible sparkle to the prom! She features a sleeveless, cowl neck with adjustable spaghetti straps that shape the x-back detail. Flaunt your figure in her bodycon mini-length hem perfect for all-night dancing. The party dress is composed of sequin-knit lined fabric with minimal stretch. Complete your prom look in sultry caged heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • X-back detail
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Sequin-knit lined fabric, minimal stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0958

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $54.90

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  • Date Night Chic Floral Maxi Dress

    You'll be totally chic for date night in this floral maxi dress that brings the romantic vibes. It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a lace-up back design for a customized fit, and a fitted floor-length silhouette with a thigh-high front slit. Complete the look with cute mules. 

    Shop Midi Dress: Chic Romance Floral Midi Dress

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Open back, strappy lace-up design, tie closure
    • Floor-length fitted silhouette, high front slit
    • All-over floral print
    • Knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1443

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $44.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Weekend Getaway Floral Midi Dress

    Pack this adorable floral printed midi dress in your carry-on for your next weekend getaway! It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, ruched detailing down one side leading to a slit, and a midi-length, curve-hugging fit. Style this dress with your fave oversized shades and espadrille wedges.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Ruching down one side leading to a slit, adjustable drawstring
    • Midi-length, form-fitting silhouette
    • All-over floral print
    • Knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4383

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $39.90

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  • Sweet Charmer Floral Mini Dress

    You'll be such a sweet charmer in this adorable floral mini dress! It features a scoop neckline with a bust tie, short puff sleeves, ruching down the sides, and a short, form-hugging fit. The brushed knit fabric features an all-over ditsy floral print pattern. Style this dress with espadrille sandals for weekend brunch!

    Fit & Features

    • Scoop neckline, bust tie
    • Short puff sleeves, cinched hems
    • Ruching down the sides
    • Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
    • Ditsy floral print
    • Brushed knit fabric, plenty of stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4341

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $29.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Life Of Luxury Satin Slip Midi Dress

    Feel like a million bucks in this luxe satin slip midi dress featuring a sleek, sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps, and a draped bust that leads to a form-fitting silhouette on an asymmetrical midi hem. Complete the look in stiletto heels for a dressy evening out.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps,
    • Draped bust accent
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Asymmetrical midi hem
    • Luxe satin-lined fabric with minimal stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1424

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $22.97 $50.90

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  • Breezy Weekend Vibes Floral Dress

    Create an effortless weekend-ready look with this breezy floral printed midi dress. It features a sweetheart neckline, a ruched bust with a tie-front, short puff sleeves, a high waist seam, and a midi-length, A-line silhouette with a chic side slit. Style this dress with cute shades and strappy sandals.

    Fit & Features

    • Sweetheart neckline, ruched bust, tie-front
    • Short puff sleeves, cinched hems
    • High waist seam, back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Midi-length, A-line silhouette, side slit
    • Small floral print
    • Woven fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1598

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $24.97 $54.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Pridget Formal One Shoulder Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Make it a timeless affair in a formal dress that will make you feel adored! The dress features an asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline, ruching, and an A-line silhouette with a high side slit. The dress is composed of lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete your look with rhinestone heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline
    • Adhesive bra recommended 
    • Ruching 
    • High waist
    • A-line silhouette, high side slit
    • Lined smooth knit fabric 
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2312

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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