Black Dresses
Black dresses have range, and your calendar is about to benefit. Go from casual to dressy in photo-ready, on-trend mini, short, midi, long, and maxi silhouettes. Slinky jersey knit, lace, mesh, knit satin, and crepe keep daytime-to-night styling effortless, while blouson dresses and slip dresses bring a fresh point of view. Off-the-shoulder, corset bodice, cowl neck halter, and mock neck details turn up the drama, with silky satin and lace trim adding polish for date night, birthday soirees, GNO, formals, and guest of wedding plans.
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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.
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Naomi Formal Top & Skirt Set
Special OccasionYou love a classic gown, but sometimes a special occasion calls for something a little extra special—like our Naomi crop and skirt set! She features a partially lined, heat stone-embellished scoop neck mesh top with key hole detail and single-button closure. Top is sheer above the bust line. Her A-line taffeta skirt features a dramatic high side slit, hidden side pockets to keep your essentials close to you and a back zipper. Naomi is made from a nylon blend with a touch of stretch.
Model is 5’9” with a 32” bust, 24.5 waist, and 35” hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0523
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $79.90
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Yelena Chiffon Slit Gown
Special OccasionElegant and ethereal, our chiffon Yelena gown is simply stunning. She features adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neck surplice bodice, back zip with hook-and-eye closure, and a full, wrap-style skirt with front slit. Yelena is fully lined and made from a lightweight woven material with little to no stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0011
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
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Samantha Sequin Formal Dress
Special OccasionDazzle on the dance floor in our beautiful Samantha Sequin Formal Dress! This angelic gown features a round neckline, a slim fit bodice, satin-like double spaghetti straps that cross in the back into a lace up detailing. She has a lower back cut out, as well as a short zipper at the lower back area. She is comprised of a sequin triangle patterned mesh material that offers minimal stretch and has a natural colored smooth inner lining.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0042
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $32.97 $89.90
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Seductive And Slinky Maxi Dress
Get seductive in this slinky maxi dress. This black dress features a round neckline , a sleeveless bodice and an attached belt with a gold detail. This long dress is comprised of a ribbed material that offers moderate stretch and side slit.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0107
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $4.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Vacay All Day Mini Dress
Feel like you're on a vacay all day in this fun tropical printed mini! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a scoop neckline, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a scuba knit fabric that offers moderate stretch and showcases a vibrant print.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0008
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Smocked And Stylin' Mini Dress
This adorable floral printed mini is smocked and stylin'! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, tie shoulder spaghetti straps, a square neckline with a bust keyhole cut out, a square back, pleated details, and a stretchy and smocked fit. The dress is composed of a lightweight linen fabric that offers a form hugging fit.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0283
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $18.97 $46.90
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Heaven Sent Button Front Mini Dress
It's all about the details in this sweet, statement-making mini. Dress has a smocked bodice from bust to hem, an eye-catching button-down front, and eyelet trim at the shoulders, bust, and hem. Dress is made from a stretchy, medium-weight woven fabric.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0226
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $16.97 $42.90
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Life's A Beach Mesh Dress
Hit the pool, bask by the beach, or prep to party in this colorful mesh maxi! Dress features a vibrant tropical print, a strapless neckline, dramatic ruffle trim running from bust to hem, a high front slit, and built-in briefs. Dress bodice is semi-sheer and does not include a top. Maxi is made from a mesh blend material with moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0159
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $20.97 $52.90
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Floral Chic Mini Dress
Add some floral chic to your pretty look with this adorable mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, tie shoulder spaghetti straps, a sweetheart neckline with a tie front detail, a square back with a hidden zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy A-line skirt. The dress is composed of a woven fabric with a skirt lining, and offers no stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0224
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $15.97 $40.90
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Astrid Chiffon Floral Gown
Special OccasionA bold black background makes the florals on our chiffon Astrid gown positively pop! She features a surplice-style V back and bodice with adjustable spaghetti straps, a self-tie belt, and a gently pleated full skirt with back zip. Astrid is lined to approximately mid thigh and semi-sheer from mid thigh to hem. She is made from a lightweight, chiffon-like material with little to no stretch.
Model is 5’9” with a 32” bust, 24.5 waist, and 35” hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0099
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
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Loving Knit In Florals Maxi Dress
Create a look to fall for in charming florals! The dress features a V neckline, shoulder tie straps, an elastic waist and a sweeping floor length maxi length. Dress is composed of a stretchy smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0016
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Color Wheel Striped Mini Dress
Rendered in bright stripes, this mini makes an impact. Dress features a fitted bodice with off-the-shoulder neckline, contrast gently pleated, A-line skirt, and a gathered elasticized waist with decorative tie. Dress is made from a soft, lightweight woven material with stretch through the bodice and waist.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0000
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $11.97 $28.90
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Floral Connection Mini Dress
Make a sweet connection in florals! This must have mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a cowl neck, spaghetti straps and a mini length silhouette to show glowing gams! The neutral tone is complemented with pretty florals throughout! Dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0086
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $13.97 $33.90
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New Leaf Linen Mini Dress
A lovely leaf print lends this green and white linen mini its easy sweetness. Dress features adjustable tie straps, a seamed bodice with ruffle trim and back zip, and a slight A-line skirt with ruffle hem. Dress is lined and made from a lightweight cotton blend with little to no stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0266
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
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Ruffle Things Up Satin Mini Dress
Make their hearts beat a little faster in this sexy light blue mini dress! It features a sweetheart neckline with a ruffle trim, narrow sleeves with a complementing ruffle trim, bustier style cups with underwire, a hidden back zipper closure, and a body-hugging silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined, satin knit fabric with minimal stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0071
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $10.00 $34.90
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Purrfect Mesh Cover Up
This mesh cover up is the purrfect addition to your swim look! It features a wide crew neckline, long sleeves, and a form hugging fit with a mini dress length. The leopard print cover up is composed of a sheer mesh fabric with plenty of stretch.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06001-1219
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $6.97 $19.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Crochet Lace Skater Dress
This crochet lace skater dress will be your go-to spring 'fit! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a back zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a short, flowy skater skirt. The blue dress is composed of a sheer crochet lace fabric with a full knit lining.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8649
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $10.00 $49.90
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Mariel Off Shoulder Dress
Special OccasionStun in style and show off some of your best features in our Mariel dress.
Fits & Features
- Off Shoulder Neckline
- Surplice V Bodice
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Fitted Skirt With Gathered Wrap Detail At Hip I High, Asymmetrical Side Slit
- Woven Crepe Fabric I Fully Lined
- Moderate Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0133
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $46.90
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Matilda Double Tiered Floral Dress
Special OccasionHave a fun and flirty evening in our playful Matilda navy blue dress! She features a racer front bodice with narrow shoulder straps, a padded bust, a V back with a hidden zipper closure, sheer mesh insets on the sides, and a slim fit. Her short, A-line satin skirt has a double-tiered hem complete with a beautiful, large floral purple watercolor design. Matilda offers little to no stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4032
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $20.97 $54.90
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Salma Rhinestone Fringe Backless Velvet Mini Dress
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Unveil a glitzy look that will turn heads in the Salma formal mini dress designed with smooth velvet fabric and gorgeous rhinestone fringe trim at the bold open back. The short dress features a crew neckline, long fitted sleeves, a ruched faux wrap-front design at the waist, and a bodycon silhouette to showcase your stunning curves.
Show off your style in this standout dress. Feeling the short and chic vibe? Discover more fashion-forward short prom dresses or elevate your style with our formal dresses.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric with knit lining at bust, moderate stretch
- Crew neckline, dart seams at bust
- Long fitted sleeves
- Open back, rhinestone fringe trim, dual top button closures
- Ruched faux wrap-front
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2351
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Deanne Formal Heat Stone Chiffon Dress
Special OccasionMake a night full of glitz and glam in our must have Deanne dress! She features a partially lined bodice, a high round neckline, a sweetheart bust lining, padded cups and princess seams. Her back features a smocked detailing for a custom-like fit. Her bodice is adorned with clear heat stones and navy blue beaded accents to bring plenty of shine! Her empire waist features a pleated detailing and leads to a floor length chiffon silhouette. Dress is composed of a navy blue hued lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6066
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.94 $79.90
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Venus Mesh Heat Stone Gown
Special OccasionRadiate the shine of a thousand diamonds in our dazzling mesh Venus gown. She features a twisted single-strap shoulder, and all-over round, square, and oval-shaped heat stones in a diagonal pattern at bust and though waist and in a vertical pattern from approximately below the knee to the bottom of the asymmetric hem. Venus is fully lined and made from a soft, mesh-blend material with plenty of stretch.
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: 05001-4147
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $31.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Wrapped In Beauty Mini Dress
Wrap yourself in this gorgeous mini dress to showcase your beauty! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a wrap V neckline, a tie waist belt and an asymmetrical mini skirt. Dress is composed of an unlined crepe 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.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0239
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Rowan Floral Chiffon Formal Dress
Special OccasionFloaty and feminine, our diaphanous burgundy Rowan dress is perfect for warm-weather special occasions. She features adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neck and back, crisscross ties at waist, zipper closure, and a gently pleated, semi-lined modified A-line skirt. Chiffon-like fabric is semi sheer from mid-thigh to hem and offers little to no stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0006
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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