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.

  • Zatanna Sequin Mermaid Gown

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    Elegant and stunning, wow your way around every room in the captivating Zatanna! 

    Fits & Features

    • High crew neckline
    • Subtle banded bodice with zipper & hook and eye closure at V back
    • High slit 
    • Sequined scroll pattern throughout 
    • Mesh composition that offers a form hugging fit with slight stretch
    • Floor-length mermaid hemline 

     

    Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

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      Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0316

      Category Name: Black Dresses

      Price: $44.97 $119.90

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      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Enya Velvet Glitter Mermaid Dress

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      Our Enya gown is a dream come true! She features a straight neckline with off shoulder straps, and an overlapping trim. She has a form fitting bodice that leads to a horizontal seam mid waist and flares into a floor sweeping mermaid hem as well as a dramatic slit at one side. Lastly she is composed of form fitting velvet material that offers moderate stretch and showcases twinkling red glitter throughout!

      Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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      Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0359

      Category Name: Black Dresses

      Price: $20.97 $59.90

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      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Noel Strapless Sweetheart Slit Satin Formal Dress

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      Everyone will marvel at your beauty in the Noel strapless satin formal dress showcasing a sultry high side slit for effortless movement and a flattering bodycon fit.

      Flawlessly chic and bold, this dress is a statement. If strapless styles are your go-to, explore our strapless prom dresses or embrace effortless fashion with our formal dresses.

      Fit & Features

      • Stretch satin fabric, top knit lining
      • Strapless pleated sweetheart neckline, padded bust
      • Pleated waist design
      • Back zipper with hook-eye closure
      • High side slit
      • Floor-length form-hugging silhouette
      • Runs true to size

       

      Where to Wear: 

      Prom, black-tie events, and formal weddings and parties.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9382

      Category Name: Black Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $69.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Audrina Formal Sequin Midi Dress

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      Come through with head-turning shine as you shimmy the night away in our sequined Audrina midi dress! 

      Fit & Features 

      • High Round Neckline
      • Cap Sleeves
      • Draped Cowl Back 
      • High Side Slit
      • Sequins
      • Lined Mesh | Minimal Stretch 
      • Side Zipper Closure 

       

      Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0261

      Category Name: Black Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $69.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Criss Cross Scooped Midi Dress

      Girl get the scoop in the latest trends with this chic midi dress! 

      Fit & Features 

      • Scoop Neckline
      • Spaghetti Straps 
      • Criss-Cross Back 
      • Princess Seams
      • Asymmetrical Side Slit 
      • Fully Lined
      • Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch

       

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0668

      Category Name: Black Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $34.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • She's A Plaid Girl Mini Dress

      It's true. Plaid girls have more fun.

      Fits & Features 

      • Square Neckline 
      • Bungee Spaghetti Straps 
      • Mini Length Silhouette
      • Textured Knit Composition I Velvet Plaid Print Throughout
      • Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch 
      • Zipper Not Included 

       

      Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0400

      Category Name: Black Dresses

      Price: $10.97 $28.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Scoop Neck Velvet Mini Dress

      Be a vision in velvet with this smooth and sexy dress!

      Fits & Features

      • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
      • Square Back I Scoop Neckline
      • Structured, Lined Cups
      • Mini Length Silhouette
      • Smooth Velvet
      • Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
      • Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure At Back 

        Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0651

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $39.90

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        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Kayden Sequin Glitter Party Dress

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        Who is she?! She is a glam goddess that sparkles to the heavens! Introducing our Kayden glitter party dress!

        Fits & Features

        • Deep V neckline
        • Long Sleeves with puff wrists
        • Keyhole cut out at the back with button closure atop I Zipper closure at lower back
        • Vertical seam at center and flattering ruching down to the mini hem
        • Glitter lurex mesh composition I Fully lined
        • Form-fitting and offers moderate stretch 
        • Glitter pattern with dainty sequins throughout  

         

        Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0224

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $25.97 $69.90

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        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Metallic Cowl Neck Mini Dress

        Wow in this metallic mini! She features adjustable shoulder straps, a cowl neckline, sleeveless bodice, and a mini length, a-line silhouette. Composed of a metallic knit fabric, she offers little to no stretch. Zipper not included. 

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0654

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $44.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Graceann Open Back Glitter Dress

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        Wow them all with our dazzling Graceann dress! She features a plunging V neckline with a knotted detail, a long fitted sleeves, a single button closure at the nape of the neck and an open back. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined glitter mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. 

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0362

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $22.97 $59.90

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        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Sofia Formal Sequin Midi Dress

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        Shine for those moments that count the most in our shimmering Sofia dress! She features a high neck with a racer bust and a flattering midi length silhouette with mini side slit. She features dazzling sequins set in a scroll print design for an elegant touch! Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with fish hook clasp fasten.

        Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0332

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $30.97 $89.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Too Fab Knit Mini Dress

        You'll be simply too fab in this hot little mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, bungee spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, and a short, curve-hugging fit. The double-lined knit fabric offers plenty of stretch.

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0548

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $24.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Chiffon Sweetheart Smocked Mini Dress

        Whether you're brunching with your girls or got a date scheduled, finding the right dress can be difficult. Look no further, this pretty chiffon mini dress is your perfect go-to! 

        Fits & Features 

        • Sweetheart Neckline
        • Puff Accent Shoulders I Long Sleeves
        • Empire Waist
        • Smocked Skirt & Cuffs
        • Fully Lined I Chiffon Composition 
        • Mini Length, Ruffle Trim Hemline
        • Zipper Not Included 

        Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

        Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0449

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $49.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Cecile Sequin Formal Gown

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        You shine like a beauty queen when you wear sequins doll! Introducing our Cecile, she is designed with a v neckline, long sleeves, and a form fitting bodice that flares at the floor sweeping hem. She is fully lined and has a zipper at the back. She is composed of a mesh material that offers slight stretch. Her best feature is a beautiful scroll sequin design all over that reflects a beautiful red. 

        Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust,  23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.  

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0310

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $37.97 $99.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Aerin Formal Sequin Midi Dress

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        Have a night to remember in our Aerin! She features a boat neckline, long sleeves, and a sexy low back with a zipper closure. She is fully lined and composed of a mesh material that offers a form fitting silhouette and slight stretch. Her mid length hemline hits mid calf, and she features a high slit at one side that makes her easy to walk and dance in! She showcases a beautiful sequin swirling pattern throughout that gives an elegant finish!

        Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.  

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0267

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $27.97 $79.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Cami Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress

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        Create a magical evening in our shimmering Cami dress! Her heat stones twinkle from all your best angles! 

        Fits & Features 

        • Round Neckline 
        • Fitted Unlined Long Sleeves
        • Heat Stones | Diamond Pattern
        • Mesh 
        • Fully Lining
        • Back Zipper | Hook and Eye Closure 
        • Form Fit | Moderate Stretch

        Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0207

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $27.97 $74.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Teddi Sequin Long-Sleeve Gown

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        Catch the light and steal the spotlight in our shimmering sequined Teddi gown! She features all-over sequin embellishment atop a mesh underlay, a round neckline with back zip and hook-and-eye closure, long sleeves, and a long, slim-line skirt. Teddi is fully lined and has a bodycon construction. She's made from woven and mesh materials with minimal stretch.

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust,  24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.  

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0309

        Category Name: Black Dresses

        Price: $36.97 $99.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Feline Fierce Sweater Dress

        Bold leopard spots and a live-in knit are a must-have combo for the chilly season. Stay stylish and warm in The Feline Fierce sweater dress!  

        Fits & Features

        • Surplice Bodice With V Neck & Back
        • Cuffed Long Sleeves 
        • Knit Composition With Leopard Inspired Print Throughout 
        • Includes Removable Waist Tie 
        • Bar Strap Accent At Back
        • Mini Length Silhouette 
        • Form Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch 

         

        Brown: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Beige: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

          Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0489

          Category Name: Black Dresses

          Price: $18.97 $46.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

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        • Make The Cutout Faux Leather Mini Dress

          This daring piece meets all the requirements for a girls' night out! 

          Fits & Features

          • One Shoulder Strap
          • Slanted Neckline
          • Cut-Out Design At The Side
          • Mini Length Silhouette With Small Side Slit
          • Faux Leather Composition 
          • Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
          • Zipper At Back 

           

          Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

          Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0560

          Category Name: Black Dresses

          Price: $14.97 $36.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

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        • Satin And Lace Mini Dress

          Keep it playfully sultry in this head turning mini dress! 

          Fit & Features 

          • Plunging Square Neckline | Lace Trim
          • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
          • Lace Up Bust
          • Vertical Princess Seams
          • Satin
          • Fully Lined
          • Form Hugging Fit | Minimal Stretch 

           

          Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

           

          Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0421

          Category Name: Black Dresses

          Price: $9.97 $33.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

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        • Neann Open Back Glitter Dress

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          Dazzle from all your best angles with our Neann dress! She features a high round neckline, fitted long sleeves and an open back with a lower back bar strap accent. Her slim fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined glitter mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Zipper not included.

           

           

          Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

          Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0368

          Category Name: Black Dresses

          Price: $14.97 $59.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

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        • Maliya Long Slim Satin Dress

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          Introducing our stunning Maliya dress! She is designed with a high boat neckline, long sleeves, a slim form fitting silhouette with a horizontal seam mid waist that leads to a floor sweeping hemline. She features a high slit cut out at one side that showcases a sparkling rhinestone detailing, includes a zipper closure mid back, and is composed of a satin material that offers a form fit with moderate stretch and includes a full lining.

          Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.  

          Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

          Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0361

          Category Name: Black Dresses

          Price: $25.97 $69.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

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        • Karen Satin Wrap Formal Gown

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          Wrap yourself in elegance tonight when you slip into our Karen gown! She is designed with a v neckline, spaghetti straps that are adjustable, padded cups, and a surplice bodice with fold over trim. Her bodice leads to a high waist line that has a gathering at one side and the start of a long skirt that wraps over. Her skirt leads to a floor sweeping length and she features a high slit at the center which gives access to move around freely and comfortably. She is lined at the bust and has a zipper closure at the back with a hook and eye closure that keeps her in place all night! 

          Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust,  24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.  

          Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

          Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0364

          Category Name: Black Dresses

          Price: $19.97 $64.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

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        • Robin Formal Satin Midi Dress

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          She's Sleek, and she's polished and we love! Designed with a strapless straight neckline, with a removable faux fur trim, a form fitting bodice and that has padded cups, and a horizontal stitching at the hem mid waist. Her bodice leads to skirt high waist and leads down to a mid calf length with a high slit feature. Dress is composed of a satin material that offers slight stretch.

          Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

          Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

          Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0236

          Category Name: Black Dresses

          Price: $19.97 $69.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

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