Fit & Features
- Smooth, stretch knit fabric, sewn-in lining
- Halter neckline with deep scoop front
- Open back detail for an elevated finish
- Ruched bodycon silhouette with front sash accent, hardware insert
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
So Alluring Off-The-Shoulder Cutout Midi Dress
Dinner plans, last call, encore moment—this dress says yes to all of it. The off-the-shoulder neckline and front cutout keep things confident, elevated, and unforgettable.
Fit & Features
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-000279
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $6.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Adria Satin Corset Column Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The Adria satin column gown pairs a sheer mesh rhinestone applique corset bodice with a sculpted, figure-skimming silhouette. Finished with a lace-up back and high side slit with applique trim, it’s equal parts polished and unforgettable—perfect for when the RSVP calls for something truly striking.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, weddings, formal events, galas, engagement parties, upscale birthdays, fashion-forward soirees, anniversary dinners
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001046
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $129.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: ROYAL
Available Size: XXS, XS, S
Isla Floral Mesh Off-The-Shoulder Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
The Isla floral mesh mermaid dress was made for the kind of entrance that turns heads before you even say hello. Designed in soft floral-printed mesh with an off-the-shoulder neckline, a ruched mermaid silhouette, and a leg-baring slit, it moves with that effortlessly romantic energy every RSVP calls for.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Black-tie parties, dressed-up dinners, birthday celebrations, vacation dinners, and garden party soirees.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001049
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Shirley Sequin Corset Lace-Up Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Designed to shimmer with every step, the Shirley dress balances sculpted structure with soft allure. Crafted in sequin embellished mesh-lined fabric, this refined gown features a flattering V-neckline with padded bra cups, a sheer corset bodice with flexible boning, and a lace-up back that feels both elegant and intentional.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Glamorous weddings, evening galas, black tie events, upscale benefit dinners, red-carpet occasions, special presentations, milestone celebrations, anniversary celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001042
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $149.90
Availability: Out of Stock
This is the dress you reach for when subtlety is simply not the plan. The rhinestone mesh halter drapes into a sultry cowl neck, giving you that effortless sparkle and curve-skimming fit made for nights that go late.
Fit & Features
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000679
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Sage Rosette Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Designed for moments that call for elegance with a soft romantic edge, the Sage mermaid gown moves with effortless grace from ceremony to celebration. A sculpted V-neckline with a rosette front applique brings a refined focal point to a silhouette that feels polished and unforgettable.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Weddings, black tie galas, candlelit receptions, elegant estate venues, formal celebrations, anniversary dinners, elevated date night occasions, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001043
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: S
Karissa Glitter Corset Slit Formal Dress
Special Occasion
For the kind of entrance that quiets the room mid-conversation, the Karissa gown is all shimmer and sculpted drama. Designed with glitter tulle sequins, a structured corset bodice, a lace-up back, and a high front slit, this mermaid dress feels polished and unforgettable.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, black tie weddings, balls, galas, big birthday events, red-carpet occasions, elegant dinner parties, anniversary events, fancy date nights
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001045
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $149.90
Availability: Out of Stock
Naomi Velvet Rose Applique Formal Dress
Special Occasion
There’s a certain kind of drama that only velvet can deliver. The Naomi dress pairs a sculpted mermaid silhouette with romantic rose applique and a daring high slit, creating a look that feels equal parts timeless elegance and modern allure for your most unforgettable evenings.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, weddings, galas, black tie celebrations, award ceremonies, cocktail soirees, date nights, birthday dinners, formal occasions
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001058
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, XXS
Brinley Bow Back Floral Sequin Column Dress
Special Occasion
The Brinley dress shimmers with every step in luminous floral sequins that catch the light from every angle. Designed in a sleek column silhouette with a draped neckline and statement bow back, it’s the kind of look that makes prom night, galas, and formal celebrations feel even more unforgettable.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, wedding guests, galas, birthday celebrations, and formal events.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001048
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Desiree Sequin Bead Drape Formal Dress
Special Occasion
When the invitation calls for after-dark glamour, the Desiree gown answers with unapologetic shine. Designed in all-over sequin with a sculpted mermaid silhouette, plunging V-neckline, and a beaded back drape that sways with every step, it’s a polished showpiece made for unforgettable entrances.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, black tie weddings, galas, red carpet award ceremonies, big birthday events, milestone birthday dinners, fancy celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001065
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $99.90
Availability: Out of Stock
Aimee Sequin Starfish Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Designed for moments that call for quiet glamour, the Aimee sequin mermaid gown catches the light with every step and every turn. A sculpted bodice with starfish hardware and a cutout back brings a polished yet unexpected finish.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, big birthday events, formal celebrations, waterfront or destination wedding, special date nights, cocktail soirees
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001059
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Violet Satin Corset Sash Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Designed for entrances that feel deliberate and unforgettable, the Violet gown moves with quiet drama and polished confidence. Sheer mesh meets a sculpted corset bodice with beaded sequin applique, finished with a high front slit and an attached floor-length sash that trails with every step.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, black tie weddings, galas, formal celebrations, big birthday dinners, evening receptions, milestone event
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001056
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $129.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XXS, XS, S, M
Adley Strapless Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
Designed for stunning entrances and chic moments, the Adley satin mermaid dress moves with a quiet confidence that feels timeless and subtly alluring. A strapless sweetheart neckline and smooth, sculpted fit create a sleek silhouette made for weddings, galas, and every RSVP that calls for something unforgettable.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Weddings, black-tie parties, galas, dressed-up dinners, formal birthday celebrations, and chic soirees.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001038
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN, SAGE, CHARTREUSE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Rosaline Sequin Open Back Formal Dress
Special Occasion
When the spotlight hits, the Rosaline dress does the rest. Designed with a geometric sequin pattern, a sculpted mermaid silhouette, and a daring front slit, this gown delivers high-impact shine with a sleek, confident edge that feels made for a grand entrance.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, black tie gala, wedding, red carpet awards, milestone birthday party, formal celebrations, anniversaries
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001053
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Cozy And Captivating Bodycon Mini Dress
All eyes on you. This off-the-shoulder ribbed mini dress hugs every curve in soft, stretchy knit with a foldover neckline that adds just the right amount of flirt. The long sleeves balance the bodycon fit for a look that’s equal parts cozy and captivating.
Fit & Features
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000405
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $18.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Hallie Sequin Floral Slit Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Softly romantic with just the right touch of sparkle, the Hallie dress feels like it was made for golden hour entrances and champagne toasts. Designed in floral sequins with a sculpted mermaid silhouette, it features a plunging neckline, sheer cutout detail, and rhinestone boning that catches the light with every step.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, bridal celebrations, black tie galas, garden parties, engagement parties, fancy birthdays, formal soirees
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001064
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $19.97 $129.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Chic Details Ponte Mini Dress
Structured, sleek, and a little daring. This ponte mini dress showcases chic details with its asymmetric mock neckline, knotted closures, and side slit detailing.
Fit & Features
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000406
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Monica Chiffon Embellished Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The Monica dress moves with effortless grace, designed for evenings that call for elegance with a hint of sparkle. Crafted from flowing chiffon with an A-line, floor-length silhouette, it features a refined mock neckline, a sheer rhinestone-embellished faux-pearl waist accent, and a striking cross-open back, finished with a high front slit.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, weddings, spring galas, balls, formal celebrations, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, anniversary dinners, milestone events, vacations, resorts, black tie occasions
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001030
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: YELLOW, LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: S, M, L, XL
Amara Sequin Tulle Floral A-Line Gown
Special Occasion
A gown made for grand entrances and lingering glances, The Amara pairs a romantic tulle A-line silhouette with a shimmering sequin corset bodice that catches the light from every angle. Delicate straps and cascading tiered ruffles create soft movement through the skirt, giving you that effortlessly polished presence every wedding guest or gala RSVP calls for.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, galas, black-tie parties, red-carpet events, and formal affairs.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-000046
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $49.97 $219.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Bare It Boldly Open Back Mini Dress
Who knew soft could look this hot? This mini dress brings the drama with a low back cutout, halter neckline, and curve-hugging silhouette. Whether you're headed to dinner or turning heads at a party, this fit's got the bold factor locked.
Fit & Features
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000403
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Low Lights Ruched Halter Mini Dress
Designed to move with you and steal a little attention along the way. This halter mini dress hugs the body with soft ruching and a dramatic front sash that turns a simple night out into a standout moment.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000680
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Eileen Mesh Long Sleeve Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Sleek, sculpted, and undeniably striking, the Eileen dress is made for evenings that call for confident elegance. Crafted in mesh, this mermaid floor-length silhouette features fitted long sleeves, a dramatic plunge neckline, and an open back detail that feels refined yet unforgettable.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Black-tie weddings, galas, formal dances, milestone birthdays, elegant dinner celebrations, upscale cocktail parties, special date nights, destination resorts, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001034
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE
Available Size: XS
Lynn Floral Swiss Dot A-Line Ball Gown
Special Occasion
Romantic and effortlessly graceful, the Lynn floral swiss dot mesh gown floats with every step in a softly layered, ruffled A line silhouette. The halter V-neck and structured corset bodice sculpt the waist while the airy tiers create beautiful movement. It’s a dreamy choice for moments that call for something unforgettable.
Fit & Features
Where to Wear:
Prom, brides, garden weddings, formal galas, spring balls, elegant engagement parties, bridal celebrations, fancy milestone parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05004-000022
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $39.97 $149.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
All Yours Off-Shoulder Mini Dress
A little flirty, a little free—this off-shoulder mini dress brings effortless charm with every move. The flowy sleeves and fitted hem keep it soft, flattering, and ready for any occasion.
Fit & Features
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000618
Category Name: Black Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock