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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Shelly Formal Sleeveless Lace Dress
Special OccasionFall back on classic lace to make the perfect impression! Shelly features a plunging V neckline, padded cups and adjustable narrow straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a fluttering floor length silhouette with a trumpet hem and a high center slit. Dress is composed of a lined lace fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size smallSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6486
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Corina Formal Off The Shoulder Dress
Special OccasionMake it a moment to remember in the ever so glamorous Corina dress! She features a rich emerald green color, an off the shoulder neckline with fold over accents and ruching detailing along the left seam. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette with a dramatic train to grace each step. Dress is composed of a lined extremely smooth kit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6487
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Roseanna Formal High Slit Leopard Dress
Special OccasionRoseanna is the very definition of fierce with her bold leopard print! She features a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline with padded cups, narrow straps that lead to a lattice back and built in boning that rests on the lower back. Her relaxed fit bodice is accented with an empire detail that leads to an A-Line silhouette complemented with side pockets and a high slit. Her all over satin fabric features a wildly inspired leopard print. Dress is fully lined and offers minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6465
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $209.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ashlynn Formal Halter Mermaid Dress
Special OccasionStep out in elegance as you radiate your one of a kind beauty in our Ashlynn dress! She features a black hued halter neck with racer bust, neck ties, padded cups, princess seams and lattice strap accents on the side with mesh insets. Her bodice leads to dreamy mermaid silhouette accented with pleats and a petticoat. Dress offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes smooth knit lining and a hidden back zipper closure.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6445
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $149.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Bridget Off-The-Shoulder Slim Crepe Formal Dress
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When it comes to looking elegant, the Bridget off-the-shoulder crepe formal dress delivers a sophisticated allure at black-tie soirees and weddings! Designed with a sweetheart neckline and short-sleeve cuffs, this dress features a built-in padded underwire bust and flexible boning for a flawless and slim silhouette. The front slit with ruffle trim adds a touch of femininity, while the floor-length hem guarantees a stunning entrance. Complete the look in dressy block heels and a clutch!
Fit & Features
- Crepe fabric, bust lining, moderate stretch
- Off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Built-in padded underwire bust, flexible boning
- Front slit with ruffle trim, slim silhouette
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Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8392
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $14.97 $59.90
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Lauren Formal Halter Satin Dress
Special OccasionStunning and sophisticated is what Lauren brings to your evening! She features a royal blue color, a plunging halter neck, an unlined mesh inset, padded cups and a narrow waist band accent. Her floor length silhouette is accented with a sexy high slit that shows off glowing gams and hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6444
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $55.97 $149.90
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Jen Formal Floral Satin Dress
Special OccasionLook as sweet as a gorgeous bouquet of flowers in our charming Jen dress! She features a lovely mint color, a high round neck with racer bust, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to a lattice back. Her slim fit bodice flows into a stylish A-Line silhouette accented with a high side slit and hidden side pockets. Her all over multi hued floral print features pink and purple hues with green foliage. Dress is composed of a lined satin dress that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. includes a hidden back zipper closure.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6447
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $174.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Gianna Formal High Slit Satin Dress
Special OccasionStrike a pose in satin! Gianna features a bold magenta hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline and narrow straps that lead to a lattice back design. Her slim fit bodice leads to a floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin-like fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6450
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
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Kiki Formal Floral Satin Dress
Special OccasionBloom in gorgeous florals as you stun in our unique Kiki dress! She features a black hue, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, padded cups, an unlined mesh inset, unlined side mesh panels and an empire waist accent. Her curve hugging mermaid silhouette features a gorgeous floral print with black and white hues. Dress is composed of a combination satin, mesh and smooth knit fabric that offers a minimal stretch. Includes a hidden back zipper closure.
Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6443
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $154.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Julia Formal Chiffon Lace Up Dress
Special OccasionLace up in sophisticated chiffon as you grace them all in our Julia dress! She features a ravishing burgundy color, a plunging V neckline with unlined mesh inset, halter neck straps, padded cups and a pleating detailing throughout the bodice. Her open back features vertical strap accents, a built in no slip strip and a lattice back. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. includes a hidden back zipper closure.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6434
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $199.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Cameron Formal Floral Chiffon Dress
Special OccasionCharm in florals as you sweep them off their feet in our darling Cameron dress! She features a lovely red color, a plunging V neckline with an unlined mesh inset, lined padded cups and a double row of narrow straps that lead to a partially open back. Her bodice is partially unlined with a sheer mesh fabric that is adorned with floral appliques and dazzling heat stones! Her floor length silhouette is composed of an airy lined chiffon fabric. Dress is composed of a combination mesh and chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a satin knit lining and hidden back zipper closure.
Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6428
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $199.90
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Valerie Beaded Vixen Evening Dress
Special OccasionLook like a stunning Vixen in our breath-taking Valerie dress. She has a flattering V neckline paired with wide straps and a sheer, embellished bodice with built in cups. The mesh bodice is complemented with a thin knit, floor length skirt that features a revealing, side slit and offers a comfortable stretch. Valerie includes a hidden back zipper closure.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6433
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $199.90
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Genevieve Formal Open Back Lace Dress
Special OccasionDare to stun in lace as you make a breathtaking entrance in our Genevieve dress! She features a combination black with beige color, a high round neckline with a triple row fish hook closure, padded cups and an open back. Her bodice is partially lined featuring floral appliques and heat stone accents. Her waist leads to a floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit that reveals a contrast lining. Dress offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a knit lining.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6435
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $69.97 $199.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Serenity Formal Lace And Chiffon Dress
Special OccasionStun in airy lace as you make a sweet entrance in our Serenity dress! She features a charming blush pink color, a sleeveless lace bodice, a wrap V neckline with a scalloped lace trim, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to a racer back. Her slim fit bodice is accented with a cinching tie waist belt and leads to a sweeping wrapped A-Line silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 35.5 hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6422
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $32.97 $89.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Azalea Formal Floral Applique Dress
Special OccasionStep in as the center of attention as you stun in our Azalea dress! She features a combination plum with gold hue, a sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline, padded cups, a small keyhole, narrow straps and a gold hued floral applique design. Her back features an open back with a sheer unlined mesh panel. Her slim fit bodice leads to a elongating floor length silhouette.Dress offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6424
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $32.97 $99.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Tabatha High Low Crochet Dress
Special OccasionBring the luxe with our Tabatha red dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, padded cups, narrow straps and princess seams. Her back features an unlined crochet lace panel and a lower back keyhole. Her slim fit bodice leads to a flared high low silhouette with a petticoat. Dress is composed of a combination satin and crochet fabric. Dress offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 35.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6426
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $32.97 $89.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Kassandra Formal Ruched Mesh Dress
Special OccasionMake an unforgettable impression in our charming Kassandra dress! She features an all over black hue, a square neckline, wide shoulder straps and a partially open back with a single button closure at the nape of the nape. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with ruched detailing along the sides. Dress is composed of a black metallic mesh fabric that is lined with a nude hued lining to create a subtle two tone effect. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6408
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Alessandra Formal Open Back Chiffon Dress
Special OccasionOwn the night in ravishing red as you allure them all in our head turning Alessandra dress! She features an all over rich navy blue hue, a high square neckline with racer bust, padded cups and an open back to show off a hint of skin. Her sheer mesh bodice is partially lined and adorned with with floral appliques and rhinestones. Her sweeping double lined floor length silhouette is composed of an airy chiffon fabric. Alessandra offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch and includes a hidden lower back zipper closure.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6419
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $199.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Nadine Formal Heat Stone Cross Dress
Special OccasionAdorn yourself with dazzling heat stones to elevate your evening look! Nadine features a chic black hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, adjustable narrow straps and an elongating floor length silhouette that showcases curves! Dress is composed of a partially lined mesh fabric that is accented with silver hued heat stone embellishments and multi-faceted stones set in a cross pattern. Dress offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure and additional mini skirt length knit lining.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6411
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.94 $89.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Bria Formal One Shoulder Heat Stone Dress
Special OccasionBring the glamour as you command the room with gleaming heat stones! Bria features a black hue, a one shoulder neckline, an unlined fitted long sleeve and a interlocked knit lined bodice adorned with heat stone accents. Her waist features sexy cut outs for a pop of skin and leads to an elongating floor length silhouette with vertical seams and a godet detail with heat stone accents. Dress is composed of a combination sheer mesh and crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure. Back is unlined.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6413
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $84.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Briar Formal Off The Shoulder Dress
Special OccasionBecome a classic beauty in our sleek and sophisticated red Sandara mermaid dress. She features an off the shoulder neckline, a slim bodice with an exposed back zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a floor-length mermaid skirt with a sweeping train on the back. Sandara is composed of a stretchy crepe fabric.
Model is 5'8 with a 33" bust, 24" waist, and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6242
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $32.97 $89.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Briar Formal Off The Shoulder Dress
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Bring the charm to your evening as you captivate them all in our Briar dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust with padded cups, princess seams and shoulder strap accents. Her slim fit bodice leads to a flaring twirl worthy mermaid silhouette with godet accents. She is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with a fish hook clasp.
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Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0083
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $40.97 $89.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Melany Formal High Slit Dress
Special OccasionRadiate elegance in our enchanting Melany ivory dress!
Fits & Features
- Plunging Wrap V Neckline With Pleated Details
- Adjustable Narrow Spaghetti Straps
- Flowing, Floor-Length Silhouette Accented With High Side Slit
- Lined Chiffon Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit With Minimal Stretch
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
Model is 5'8" with a 32.5" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6395
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
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Kenzie High Slit Satin Dress
Special OccasionKeep it sleek and stylish in sophisticated satin! Kenzie features a blush pink color, a sleeveless bodice, padded cups, princess seams and narrow straps that lead to an unlined floral lace back. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined stretchy satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6390
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $89.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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