Long Dresses

Long Dresses for Effortless Fall & Winter Style

Long dresses make getting dressed feel instantly pulled together, whether your day calls for a relaxed floral maxi or your night deserves a floor-sweeping gown. This fall and winter, discover flowing fabrics alongside sculptural floor-length dresses, with casual long dresses for getaways and elevated styles that make special plans feel effortless.

Are All Long Dresses Formal?

Not at all. Fabric, silhouette, and styling can completely change the mood. A relaxed floral maxi can feel easy for Thanksgiving dinner or a weekend away, while satin, sheer details, or a fitted column silhouette can turn the length into evening wear. Formal long dresses and long gowns bring extra polish for holiday office parties and dressier events—the length gives you options rather than defining the dress code.

Which Long Dress Silhouette Should I Choose?

Think about the movement and shape you want. Flowing maxis create an easy, graceful effect, while column styles keep the line sleek and streamlined. Mermaid Dresses bring more structure before flaring toward the hem, and dresses with high slit details add movement to fitted silhouettes. For an engagement photoshoot, those details can give a long dress extra dimension as you move in front of the camera.

Can I Wear a Long Dress to a Wedding?

Absolutely—just let the venue and dress code guide the look. A relaxed print can feel right for a rustic celebration; explore Country Wedding Guest Dresses when that’s the vibe. More polished weddings may call for elevated fabrics, sculptural silhouettes, or details like sheer panels, draped sleeves, ruffles, and statement bows.

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  • Adalee Sweetheart High Slit Mermaid Dress

    Special Occasion

    Sleek from every angle, with just enough drama in the shape. The Adalee sweetheart high slit mermaid dress follows the figure through the bodice and hips before flaring toward the hem, while the structured corset bodice keeps the silhouette polished. The front slit adds a sharp finish to the floor-length shape.

    Fit & Features

    • Crepe fabric with knit lining, high stretch
    • Sheer mesh short sleeves
    • Sweetheart neckline, structured corset bodice
    • Open back, dual top button closures, lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • High-cut front slit
    • Floor-length mermaid silhouette
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Wedding guests, homecoming, winter formal, prom, black-tie parties, dressed-up dinners, and the opera or theatre.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001897

    Category Name: Long Dresses

    Price: $89.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL

    Product Badge:
    • Ships Free
  • Aleah Corset Lace-Up Mermaid Dress

    Special Occasion

    This silhouette is all about clean lines and a sculpted finish. The Aleah cowl neck lace-up mermaid dress skims the figure through the bodice and hips before falling into a floor-length flare, with ruching adding shape along the body. The open lace-up back adds a sleek final detail.

    Fit & Features

    • Mesh fabric with knit lining, high stretch
    • Sleeveless draped cowl neckline, padded bust
    • Corset bodice with structured boning
    • Spaghetti straps, open lace-up back design
    • Lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • Ruched detailing, floor-length mermaid silhouette
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Wedding guests, homecoming, winter formal, prom, black-tie parties, galas, and the opera or theatre.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001938

    Category Name: Long Dresses

    Price: $69.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: NAVY

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL

    Product Badge:
    • New Arrival