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.

  • Plus Selene Formal Ruched Velvet Dress
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    Channel Hollywood glam as you make a breathtaking entrance in our Selene dress! She features a V neckline, long sleeves, princess seams and a ruched detailing along the left side. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch. 

    Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1X

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0146

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $44.90

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  • Plus All The Rage Skater Dress

    Off theshoulder dresses are all the rage this season! This skater dress is perfect for looking your best at that next celebration. Show off your amazing fashion sense with this dress that features an elastic off the shoulder neckline, short sleeves, a form-fitting bodice that flatters curves and a super cute skater skirt with a high-low hem. Fabric offers a comfortable fit with plenty of stretch. Complete your look with statement duster earrings and sling back heels to bring the wow factor to your outfit. 

    Fit & Features 

    • Elastic off the shoulder neckline
    • Short sleeves
    • Skater silhouette with a high-low hem
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch

     

    Model is  5'11" with a 36" bust, 34" waist and 43" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0040

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $36.90

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  • Plus Corinne Sparkle Lurex Dress
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    Catch everyone's attention  in our whimsical Corinne mesh dress! She features a wrap bodice with flattering empire waist, pleating around the bust, a deep V neckline, adjustable shoulder straps, a square back with an exposed zipper closure, and a flowy, floor-length skirt with a side leg slit. Corrine includes a full knit lining and is composed of a mesh fabric with metallic threading for a shimmer effect. She offers a slim fit and a slight stretch. 

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0079

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $34.97 $99.90

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  • Plus Charlene Formal Satin Lace Dress
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    Take the plunge in stunning lace as you make a head turning entrance in our lovely Charlene dress! She features a navy blue color, a plunging V neckline complemented with an unlined floral lace inset and princess seams. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to an a sweeping A-line silhouette that is accented with a high side slit and hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch. Lined with a smooth knit fabric and includes a back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'11" with a 36" bust, 34" waist and 43" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0093

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $40.97 $89.90

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  • Plus Aurora Formal High Slit Mermaid Dress
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    Elevate your evening look in a dress fit for a Queen like you! Aurora features a gorgeous plum hue, an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust with overlapping pleated details and narrow shoulder straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette accented with horizontal seams and a side high slit. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with plenty of stretch. Includes a mini skirt length knit lining.

    Model is  5'11 with a 36"bust, 34" waist and 43" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0092

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $31.97 $69.90

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  • Plus Heather Wrap Formal Dress
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    Wrap yourself in classic elegance as you impress in our gorgeous Heather dress! She features a wrap V neckline, long sleeves and a cinching tie waist belt with loops. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette to create a twirl worthy moment! She is composed of smooth knit fabric that offers a relaxed fit with plenty of stretch.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0115

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

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  • Plus Lucy Formal High Slit Dress
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    Make an elegant entrance in the ever enchanting Lucy dress! She features a timelessly chic black hue, an off the shoulder neckline with strap accents, a wired sweetheart bust, a built in no slip strip and supportive padded cups. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette accented with  hidden side pockets and a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined scuba knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes an additional mini skirt length knit lining.

    Model is 5'9" with a 38.5" bust, 31" waist and 52" hips. She is wearing a 1X

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0077

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $54.90

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  • Plus Adelina Formal Halter Crepe Dress
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    Create a head turning look as you sashay into the room in our bold Adelina dress! She features a chic black hue, an off the shoulder neckline with shoulder strap accents, a halter neck and structuring princess seams. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0084

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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  • Plus Addie Formal High Slit Dress
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    Toast off the night in our gorgeous Addie dress! She features an all over hunter green hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, wide shoulder straps and structuring princess seams. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Addie is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a relaxed fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a hidden back zipper closure.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0088

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $92.90

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  • Plus Monica Formal Wrap Ruched Dress
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    Make a captivating entrance in our lovely Monica dress! She features a mauve hue, an off the shoulder neckline with a fold over accent and an asymmetrical floor length silhouette with a ruched side seam. Dress is composed of a lined stretchy knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit. The back features a ruched detailing and full zipper closure.

    Model is 5'9" with a 38.5" bust, 31" waist and 52" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0149

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $23.97 $64.90

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  • Plus Juliet Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
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    Say it with sequins as you shine on in our Juliet dress! She features an all over burgundy hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, narrow adjustable straps and princess seams. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a dreamy floor length silhouette accented with double high slits and light pleating. Anika is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with gleaming sequins set in a scroll print. Dress offers a relaxed fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure and partial skirt lining. 

    Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1X

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15004-0006

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $49.97 $109.90

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  • Plus Leanna Formal Heat Stone Dress
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    Stun and sparkle like the twinkling night sky in our mesmerizing Leanna black dress! She features a V neckline with supportive tank-like shoulder straps and a floor length mermaid silhouette accented with a high side slit. She dazzles with a heat stone adorned bodice to shine from your best angles! She is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a curve loving fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0075

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $74.90

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  • Plus Nima Floral Sequin Dress
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    Dazzle in florals as you make an entrance in our stunning Nima dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline and supportive tank-like straps. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve flattering floor length silhouette to grace each step! Her all over sequin floral print dazzle and shines! Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

     Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1X

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0094

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $31.97 $69.90

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  • Plus Sandra Glitter Ruffle Dress
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    Bring the sparkle as shine in the glam Sandra dress! She features a plunging V neckline, supportive tank-like straps and a relaxed fit bodice. Her narrow waist band accent leads to a dramatic mermaid silhouette accented with a high center slit and a ruffled hemline. Dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Glitter may transfer.

    Model is 5'9" with a 44" bust, 37" waist and 47" hips. She is wearing a size 1X

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0125

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $36.97 $79.90

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  • Plus Roxy Sweetheart Dress

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    Keep it classy for your next formal event! Our Roxy floor length dress features an off the shoulder sweetheart neckline that creates short sleeves, light pleating along the bodice to create a flattering hourglass silhouette and a large front slit to provide a tease of leg leading to a trumpet skirt. She is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a luxurious feel and offers plenty of stretch.  

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    Model is 5'11 with a 47" bust, 40.5" waist and 57.5" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0001

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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  • Plus Beth Formal Lace Dress
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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0067

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $79.90

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  • Plus London Heat Stone Mini Dress
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    Bring the glam as you light up the evening in our illuminating London dress! She features a plunging V neckline, cap sleeves and sparkling heat stones with gemstone accents throughout! Dress is composed of a lined stretchy satin-like fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'8" with a 42" bust, 35" waist and 45" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0032

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $64.90

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  • Plus Elysse Steal The Show Sequin Dress
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    Slay in sequins as you bring the glitz in our Elysse dress! She features a high round neckline, fitted long sleeves and a fun mini length silhouette. She is composed of a lined mesh fabric that is adorned with dazzling sequins set in a geometric pattern. Dress offers a curve flattering fit with plenty of stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'11" with a 36" bust, 34" waist and 43" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0035

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $69.90

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  • Plus Cami Formal Heat Stone Midi Dress
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    Dazzle and shine in our glitzy Cami dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, unlined fitted long sleeves, ruched side seams and a midi length silhouette. She brings the sparkle with her all over heat stone accents! She is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0038

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $31.97 $69.90

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  • Plus Cassie Velvet Wrap Dress
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    Get wrapped up in the heat of the moment! Our short and classy Cassie dress is perfect for your homecoming night with a wrap-like body, a daring V neckline and long sleeves. She has a wide waistband that accentuates your curves and a mini length skirt. Cassie is composed of a soft velvet knit that offers a moderate stretch and has a vertical stripe pattern created by dazzling heat stones. She includes a hidden back zipper closure.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0000

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

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  • Crochet Babe Tunic
    All you need is sand and sun with this peach crochet tunic! It has a deep V neckline, lined cups, adjustable shoulder straps leading to a low square back, an exposed silver zipper closure, and a comfortable slim fit.Tunic is composed of an unlined crochet 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: 06005-6289

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $5.00 $44.90

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  • Cut To The Chase Bandage Dress

    Let's cut to the chase - this little black dress couldn't get any sultrier! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a square neckline, bold and sexy side cut outs with bar accents, and an exposed back gold zipper and hook and eye closure. The dress is composed of a bandage knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit and plenty of stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 06005-6240

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $44.90

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  • Mesh With Me Cover Up
    Stir up the scene in this must have mesh cover-up. It features a round neckline, long sleeves, a drawstring side and a mini length. Mesh fabric is sheer and unlined.

    Model is 5'9" with a 33" bust, a 24" waist, and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 06001-1211

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $26.90

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  • Viviane Beaded Applique Slim Velvet Formal Dress

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    Arrive feeling like classy elegance in the Viviane velvet formal dress at homecoming or black tie events! Crafted from a luxe velvet fabric with a sewn-in knit lining for comfort and coverage you can feel confident all night. Featuring a cowl neckline, beaded applique and padded bra cups for a flattering fit. Adjustable spaghetti straps and a high front slit add versatility, while the slim silhouette and floor-length hem create a sophisticated look. Complete the look with a clutch and heels.

    Every detail shines in this intricately designed dress. Love embellishments? Explore our embellished beaded prom dresses or find a refined silhouette in our formal dresses.

    Fit & Features

    • Velvet fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Beaded applique padded bra cups
    • Cowl neckline
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • High front slit, slim silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8547

    Category Name: Black Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $79.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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