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.

  • Mel Formal Glitter Corset Ball Gown

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    Look like a dream wearing the Mel ball gown for prom! Delicate sparkle shines on her floral embroidered corset a-line silhouette featuring a classy strapless, sweetheart neckline with a built-in padded bust and flexible boning for a structured look. Plus, she has side hidden pockets perfect for keeping your hands warm throughout the night. The ball gown is composed of multi-layers of tulle and woven lining to create a full effect. Complete your prom look with an elegant hair clip for a chic updo.

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless, sweetheart neckline, built-in padded bust
    • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • Corset-style bodice, flexible boning, back zipper closure
    • A-line, floor-length silhouette
    • Side hidden pockets
    • Glitter floral embroidered pattern
    • Multi-layers of tulle and woven linings
    • Fits true to size, no stretch

    Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0057

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $101.97 $239.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Rita Woven Satin Embellished Ball Gown

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    Enchant in the perfect prom dress that will make your night one to remember! The dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded cups with flexible boning, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back design, and a lace-up back design. Her empire waist leads to a voluminous ball gown skirt with hidden side pockets that are accented with gemstone embellishments. The dress is composed of a woven satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete your prom outfit with rhinestone shoes and a rhinestone clutch. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Padded cups, flexible boning
    • Spaghetti straps, lace-up back
    • Empire waist
    • Hidden side pockets, gemstone embellishments
    • Lined woven satin fabric, mesh petticoat
    • Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0154

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $199.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Easy Breezy Eyelet Skater Dress

    Easy, breezy, and flirty! This eyelet skater dress is perfect for your next spring fling. It features a sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps, high waist seam, and a trendy open-back with twist detail on the flared short silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined lightweight woven knit fabric that offers a flattering form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look in espadrille sandals.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps
    • High waist seam
    • Open-back with twist detail
    • Flared short silhouette
    • Eyelet pattern
    • Lined lightweight woven knit fabric
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4415

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Juliana High Slit Satin Dress

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    Bring the elegance and glamour to your evening in the sleek Juliana satin dress. She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, rhinestone embellished straps, a high waist seam, front ruched detailing, and a fitted, floor-length silhouette with a sultry thigh-high side slit. The smooth satin-knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style this dress with embellished heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline, rhinestone embellished straps
    • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • High waist seam, front ruching, back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Fitted floor-length silhouette, high side slit
    • Satin-knit fabric
    • Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2127

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $33.97 $78.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Beachside Brunch Swim Coverup Dress

    Strut down the pier looking so fab in this maxi coverup dress featuring a sleeveless V-neckline, tank straps, and a form-fitting silhouette with a sultry front slit. The coverup dress is composed of an unlined semi-sheer knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit. Perf for layering over your bikinis, complete the look in sandals.

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    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, tank straps
    • Surplice accent
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Front slit
    • Maxi-length hem
    • Unlined, semi-sheer sweater-knit fabric, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1250

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $7.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Lilian Formal Sequin Low Back Dress

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    Rendezvous in the Lilian formal sequin dress that is sure to make a grand exit at your next fancy soiree. Showcase elegance and sultriness in her low-back design perfect for flaunting some skin. She features a sleek, sleeveless, v-neck, bungee spaghetti straps, and a form-fitting silhouette with a flared long hem. Complete the look in glitzy earrings. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, v-neck, bungee spaghetti straps
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • Low-back design, back zipper closure
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Flared long hem
    • Sequin filigree pattern
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2342

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $129.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Jane Cowl Neck Slit Satin Formal Column Dress

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    The luxurious Jane satin formal dress brings effortless sophistication to black-tie events and celebrations! Crafted from silky satin fabric, this sleeveless dress features a stunning cowl neckline and high side slit to show some skin while the fitted column silhouette flatters your curves.

    Fresh, bold, and effortlessly chic—this dress makes a statement. Want more? Explore our green prom dresses or find the perfect look for wedding season in our guest dresses.

    Fit & Features

    • Stretch satin fabric, minimal stretch
    • Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • High side slit
    • Column silhouette, long-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Weddings, bridesmaids, formal dinner parties, and black-tie affairs.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-000364

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $69.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: WINE, BLACK, HUNTER, MAGENTA, NAVY, GOLD

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL

  • Dorothea Formal Sequin Mermaid Dress

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    Shine bright like the stars in your eyes in the Dorothea formal sequin dress for the prom and any red carpet affair! She features a classic, sleeveless, sweetheart neckline, sleek bungee spaghetti straps, and a built-in padded bust for a supportive fit. Flaunt your curves in her figure-loving, mermaid silhouette with a sultry high-cut front slit perfect for showcasing some skin on the floor-length hem. Complete your prom look with a glam clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, sweetheart neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
    • Built-in padded bust, no-bra required
    • Back zipper closure
    • Form-fitting mermaid silhouette
    • High-cut front slit, floor-length hem
    • Sequin knit fabric
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2336

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $99.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Judy Formal Sequin Ombre Lace Up Dress

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    Judy brings the sparkle in her eye-catching sequin-embroidery with a unique ombre effect sure to wow the crowd! The formal long dress features a classy, sleeveless, square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a built-in padded bust. Create a head-turning exit in her sultry open back with a lace-up closure atop a form-fitting mermaid silhouette with a front high-cut slit. Finish the look with fringe rhinestone earrings for extra sparkle. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Built-in padded bust, no bra required
    • Open-back, lace-up, and zipper closure
    • Form-fitting mermaid silhouette
    • Front high-cut slit, floor-length hem
    • Ombre sequin embroidery 
    • Lined fabric, moderate stretch, fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2262

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $129.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sunday Girl Eyelet Lace-Up Skater Dress

    This eyelet skater dress is perfect for Sunday brunch! It features adorable short puff sleeves, a square neck, an elasticized waist, an open-back design with lace-up closure, and a flared skirt. Composed of breathable cotton fabric with an inner lining. Finish the look in strappy sandals.

    Fit & Features

    • Short puff sleeves
    • Squareneck
    • Elasticized waist
    • Open-back design, lace-up closure
    • Flared, skater silhouette, short-length hem
    • Eyelet lace cotton fabric, inner lining
    • Fits true to size, no stretch

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4428

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sultry Look Corset Mini Dress

    Showcase a sultry look in this trendy mesh mini dress for your next night out. It features a sleeveless subtle rounded neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a corset-designed bodice with a sheer illusion waist, ruching down the sides, and a short, curve-hugging fit. Style this dress with strappy heels and a chic clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless rounded neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Back zipper and hook and eye closure
    • Corset-designed bodice, flexible boning, sheer illusion waist
    • Ruched detailing
    • Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
    • Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4256

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Catch The Bouquet Chiffon Maxi Dress

    Tis' the season for weddings! Catch the bouquet in this floral chiffon maxi dress featuring cute long peasant sleeves, ruffled shoulders, and a sweetheart neck with a built-in padded bust. The fitted bodice leads to a maxi-length hem with a sultry side slit. Complete the look in strappy mules.

    Fit & Features

    • Long peasant sleeves, ruffled shoulders
    • Sweetheart neck, built-in padded bust
    • Fitted bodice, back smocked panel
    • Side slit, maxi-length hem
    • Floral pattern
    • Chiffon-lined fabric, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1521

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $26.97 $58.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Cute As A Daisy Ruffle Strap Dress

    You'll look so cute in this daisy ruffle strap dress designed in a classic sleeveless, sweetheart bodice with ruffle tank straps, and a bodycon silhouette. Composed of brushed knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Perfect for styling with lace-up heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sweetheart bodice
    • Ruffle tank straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini length hem
    • Daisy floral pattern
    • Brushed knit fabric
    • Fits true to size, moderate stretch

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4440

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $26.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Koami Formal One Shoulder Dress

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    Make your dramatic entrance in a formal dress that showcases your iconic style. Koami features a sleeveless, one-shoulder neckline with asymmetrical dual straps, a high waist seam, and an A-line silhouette accented with a high side slit. The dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and an anklet. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, one-shoulder neckline
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • Asymmetrical dual strap
    • High waist seam, high side slit
    • A-line silhouette
    • Crepe-lined fabric, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2282

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Emme Satin Party Dress
    Twirl the night away in the flirty Emme satin party dress! She features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a high waist, cute side pockets, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Complete your look with rhinestone statement earrings and strappy heels.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0152

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Budding Romance Chiffon Skater Dress

    Isn't a new romance so exciting! Enter into your new spring fling in this floral chiffon skater dress featuring a sleeveless, ruffled V-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, an open back with cross straps, and a tiered ruffle trim skirt. Complete the look in lucite mules for the perf day date.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, ruffled V-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Open-back, cross straps, back zipper closure
    • Tiered ruffle trim skirt
    • Skater-style silhouette
    • Floral pattern
    • Chiffon fabric, inner lining, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1482

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sweet Florals Mesh Piped Mini Dress

    Breath in the fresh scent of this floral mesh bodycon dress perfect for spring! It features a trendy off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline, long ruched sleeves, a built-in padded bust with satin piping, side ruched seams to accentuate your natural curves on the mini-length hem. Complete the look in heart-shaped hoops.

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline, long ruched sleeves
    • Built-in padded bust, satin piping, back zipper closure
    • Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Floral mesh-lined fabric, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1484

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Amy Formal Sequin V-Neck Long Dress

    Special Occasion

     Made to sparkle and stun, be seen in a new light in the Amy formal sequin dress for your next dressy event! She's ready for the spotlight in her effortless form-fitting sleeveless silhouette with unique, inverted sequin embroidery on delicate mesh-lined fabric. Complete the look with a chic box clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, V-neck, bungee spaghetti straps
    • High-waist seam, back zipper closure
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Floor-length hem
    • Inverted sequin-embroidery, mesh-lined fabric
    • Minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2258

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $149.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Dirty Martini Satin Mini Dress

    Shaken not stirred. Look chic in this satin mini dress sipping a martini! It features a square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, and an empire waist that leads to a bodycon silhouette and short hem. Complete the look in strappy heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Empire waist | Back zipper closure
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini hem
    • Luxe satin fabric | Inner skirt lining
    • Fits true to size | Minimal stretch

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4320

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sweet And Stunning Rose Floral Mesh Mini Dress

    Your sweetie will swoon for you in this floral mini dress! Featuring an off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline with flirty ruffle trim, and a figure-loving silhouette with ruching. Complete the look in basic heels for a day date.

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder
    • Padded cups
    • Sweetheart neckline, ruffle trim
    • Bodycon silhouette, ruching
    • Mini-length hem
    • Floral pattern, back zipper closure
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1586

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Blushing Floral Sweetheart Mini Dress

    Make the room blush when they see you in this sweetheart mini dress! It features short bishop sleeves with button closures, a built-in padded bust with underwire support, floral print, and a form-fitting silhouette. Complete the look in classy heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Short bishop sleeves, button closures
    • Built-in padded bust with underwire
    • Sweetheart neckline
    • Floral print, back zipper closure
    • Short hem, form-fitting
    • Crepe woven-lined fabric 
    • Fits true to size, no stretch

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1374

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Saskia Formal High Slit Dress

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    Make your mark with a formal dress that wows with each step! Saskia features a halter neck with adjustable neck ties, an empire waist, and an A-line silhouette accented with a high side slit. The dress is composed of a lined satin stretch fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a tennis bracelet. 

    Fit & Features

    • Halter neck
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • Adjustable neck ties
    • Empire waist
    • High side slit
    • A-line
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2132

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Charlotte Sleeveless Halter Formal Dress

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    For a look that's sleek and sultry while also showcasing luxe glamour, the Charlotte formal dress is a go-to. She features a sleeveless halter neckline with a cross-front design, a center strap with a curved metal accent, dual cutouts to show a hint of skin, and a floor-length, fitted A-line silhouette with a thigh-high front slit. Style this dress with strappy stilettos.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless halter neckline, twist-front design
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • Center horizontal strap, curved metal accent
    • Open back
    • Dual front cutouts, ruching, high front slit
    • Floor-length A-line silhouette
    • Knit fabric
    • Fitted, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2068

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Denim Spirit Tie-Back Mini Dress

    Cute, casual, with the spirit of denim in a sleek bodycon mini dress! Features a sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps, and a tie-back closure on a sultry open-back design. Complete the look in strappy mules for a day date.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Open tie-back, zipper closure
    • Moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4248

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $4.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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