Semi-Formal Dresses
Explore our stunning collection of semi-formal dresses, ideal for dances, sorority events, cocktail parties, and weddings. Our curated assortment includes a variety of lengths and styles, from the sophisticated elegance of midis to simple long flowy dresses made in chiffon, shimmery glitter mesh, and elevated crepe. Step into sophistication in a black semi-formal dress, perfect for a cocktail soiree, or embrace the sleek allure of luxe satin in a trumpet-style dress for a romantic date night or birthday celebration.
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Semi-Formal Dresses
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Effortlessly Chic Semi-Formal Dresses
Find the perfect balance between casual and formal with Windsor’s collection of semi-formal dresses, designed to make you feel polished and event-ready. Whether you're attending a wedding, graduation, or a sophisticated night out, these dressy dresses blend elevated style with effortless wearability.
Discover the latest 2025 trends, from sleek satin and airy chiffon to romantic lace and shimmering embellishments. Choose from fitted midi styles that highlight your silhouette or flowy long semi-formal designs that bring graceful movement to every step. With luxe colors ranging from soft pastels to bold jewel tones, our collection offers fresh, seasonal styles for any dressy occasion.
Need semi-formal attire for women? Opt for a timeless wrap-front dress or a chic ruched design for a flattering fit. If you're drawn to playful yet refined styles, consider A-line dresses with asymmetrical hems or delicate floral prints that exude effortless charm. Looking for something sleek and sultry? A fitted bodycon dress with a high slit or an off-the-shoulder neckline makes a bold statement.
Each dress is designed to transition effortlessly from one event to the next, making it easy to find a piece that matches your style and the occasion. Complete your look with sparkling rhinestone jewelry, a chic clutch, and sleek heels for a head-to-toe ensemble that turns heads. Shop Windsor’s collection of semi-formal dresses online or in-store to step into your next event with confidence and style.
What Is the Difference Between a Formal Dress and a Semi-Formal Dress?
The key difference between formal and semi-formal dresses lies in their level of elegance and the occasions they suit. Formal dresses are typically floor-length gowns designed for black-tie events, galas, or upscale weddings, featuring luxurious fabrics and dramatic silhouettes that create a refined look.
Semi-formal dresses offer a balance of sophistication and versatility, making them perfect for cocktail parties, weddings, graduations, and holiday celebrations. These styles range from chic midi-length dresses to stylish maxi options, often featuring trendy details like wrap fronts, ruching, or asymmetrical hems. With the right accessories, a semi-formal dress can still create a stunning, event-ready look.
Not sure which style fits your occasion? Windsor’s team is here to help you find the perfect dress online or in-store.
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Tena One-Shoulder Rhinestone Mini Dress
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The mini dress features an asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline, sheer long sleeves with one being off the shoulder, and mini rhinestones. Complete look with rhinestone earrings.
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
- Lined mesh fabrication
- One-shoulder neckline
- Sheer unlined long-sleeves
- Mini rhinestones
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2540
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M
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Kari Long Sleeve Studded Ruched Mini Dress
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Step out in a bold mesh dress with a cowl neckline, sheer unlined long sleeves, studded rhinestone embellishments throughout, ruching to enhance curves, and a short-length hem. Complete your formal outfit with platform heels.
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
- Lined mesh fabrication
- Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
- Sheer unlined long-sleeves
- Studded rhinestones, back zipper closure
- Ruching
- Short length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2553
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Ayden Long Sleeve Velvet Sequin Mini Dress
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The Ayden velvet mini dress features a sequin scroll pattern, a square neckline, long fitted sleeves, and an open lace-up strappy back design with a lower back cutout. Complete your formal outfit with glitter rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric with knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sequin embroidered scroll pattern
- Square neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Open lace-up strappy back design, lower back cutout, zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2534
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $14.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Serving Allure Halter Ruched Mesh Mini Dress
Serve an alluring silhouette in this curve-hugging mini dress designed with lined mesh fabric offering plenty of stretch. It features a sleeveless plunging V-neckline with a halter strap, a ruched wrap-front design, and a short bodycon fit to flaunt your stunning figure.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Plunge V-neckline, halter strap
- Partially open back
- Ruched wrap-front design
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5848
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $11.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Meriah Floral Applique Satin Strapless Mini Dress
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You'll be a chic stunner in the Meriah formal mini dress designed with sleek satin knit fabric and a sheer tulle floral applique across the bodice and at the hem for luxe look. It features a strapless straight neckline and a short bodycon silhouette to highlight your curves.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Satin knit fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Strapless straight neckline, flexible boning
- Sheer tulle floral applique across the bodice and at the hem, rhinestone embellishments
- High waist seam
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Short front slit, mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2539
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Product Badge:- Sale
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Liora Lace Sleeve Satin A-Line Mini Dress
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Create a chic and sleek party look in the Liora formal mini dress designed with smooth satin woven fabric and sheer lace long fitted sleeves for a touch of allure. It features a square neckline with a padded bust for support, an open back with a lace-up design for a customized fit, and a short A-line silhouette.
This dress brings the fun and the fashion. If you love a bold, playful look, explore our stylish short prom dresses or make an entrance in our stunning short wedding guest dresses in short and mini lengths.
Fit & Features
- Satin woven fabric with woven lining, no stretch
- Square neckline, padded bust, angled underbust seam
- Sheer lace long fitted sleeves, top back button closure
- Open back with lace-up design
- Lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2565
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK, PINK
Available Size: XS, S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Kaelie Sequin Sheer Mesh Long Sleeve Mini Dress
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Dare to allure with your glamorous aura in the Kaelie formal mini dress crafted with sheer mesh fabric with a partial knit lining and intricate sequin embroidery in a chic scroll pattern. It features a sheer bodice with a mock neckline and long fitted sleeves, rhinestone button closures at the back of the neck leading to a bold open back, a short lining with a square neckline and padded bust, and a bodycon silhouette to flaunt your gorgeous curves.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Sheer bodice, mock neckline, long fitted sleeves
- Dual rhinestone button closures at the back of the neck, open back
- Short knit lining with square neckline, padded bust
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2371
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S
Product Badge:- Sale
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Lottie Ruched Tulle Corset Mini Dress
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Flirt up the party scene in the Lottie formal mini dress designed with lined mesh and tulle fabric for an adorably chic look. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a corset bodice for that snatched silhouette, and an asymmetric seam leading to a short flared hem so you can twirl all night long.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh and tulle fabric with lining
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Corset bodice, back zipper hook-eye closure
- Ruched form-hugging fit
- Asymmetric seam, mini-length flared hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2381
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $14.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Chrome Chic Metallic Ruched Halter Mini Dress
Step into the spotlight in a mini dress that brings the shine! The dress features a luxe metallic knit fabrication, a mock halter neckline, and ruching. Complete look with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Metallic knit fabrication, stretchy knit lining
- Mock halter neckline, button closures
- Ruching
- Short length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5938
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Holly Floral Jacquard Bubble Hem Skater Dress
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Create an enchantingly chic party look in the Holly formal skater dress crafted with embroidered floral jacquard fabric with metallic thread detailing that will garner all the compliments. It features a sleeveless square neckline with tank straps, a snatched corset bodice, and a short pleated skater silhouette with an adorable bubble hem.
Fit & Features
- Embroidered floral jacquard fabric with metallic thread detailing
- Square neckline, ruched bust
- Ruched tank shoulder straps
- Corset bodice, angled high waist seam, back zipper closure
- Short pleated skater silhouette
- Bubble hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2562
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: IVORY
Available Size: S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Cailin Velvet Open Back And Bow Mini Dress
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The short velvet dress features a high round neckline, and a bold open back accented with cross-straps that lead to a large bow design. Complete look with rhinestone clutch that will have you ready for a holiday party.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabrication, stretchy knit lining
- High round neckline
- Open back with large bow accent
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2508
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: RED
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Kamila Lace Long Sleeve Velvet Mini Dress
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Gorgeously chic will be your night-out vibe in the Kamila formal velvet mini dress designed with sheer lace long fitted sleeves for a touch of allure. It features a scoop neckline, a corset-style bodice, and a pleated faux wrap-front design with a bodycon silhouette.
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, stretchy knit lining, moderate stretch
- Sheer lace long fitted sleeves, partial open back with top tie-back straps
- Scoop neckline, corset bodice, high waist seam
- Back zipper closure
- Pleated faux wrap-front
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2407
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sleek And Smooth High Slit Midi Dress
Simple and sleek, this smooth knit midi dress is a perfect choice. It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, a high waist seam, a fitted, A-line silhouette, and a chic high front slit to showcase some leg. Style with embellished statement earrings for a cocktail party.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- High waist seam
- Fitted A-line silhouette
- High front slit
- Knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1666
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $42.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY, BLACK, SAGE-2, LIGHT, BLUE, IVORY
Available Size: S, M, L, XL, XS
Product Badge:- Best Seller
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Dominique Floral Velvet Off The Shoulder Mini Dress
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Enchant in a velvet dress with an off-the-shoulder neckline, floral-accented trim, and a curve-hugging mini-length hem. Complete your formal outfit with a rhinestone clutch.
This dress brings the fun and the fashion. If you love a bold, playful look, explore our stylish short prom dresses or make an entrance in our stunning short wedding guest dresses in short and mini lengths.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, no-slip strip
- Floral accented trim at the bust, short sleeve cuffs
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Ruching
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2306
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Christa Sleeveless Velvet Wrap Midi Dress
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Bring elegance to your formal event in a velvet dress that features a sleeveless cowl neckline accented with floral appliques, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a wrap midi-length hem with a high slit. Complete look with a rhinestone clutch.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabrication
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Floral appliques at bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Wrap silhouette, high slit
- Midi length-hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2484
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE, BLACK
Available Size: S, XS, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Kimber Pearl And Rhinestone Mesh Mini Dress
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Spark up the scene in the gorgeously chic Kimber formal mini dress crafted with lined mesh fabric, tonal faux pearls, and tonal rhinestone embellishments in a diamond-shaped pattern. It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette.
This dress brings the fun and the fashion. If you love a bold, playful look, explore our stylish short prom dresses or make an entrance in our stunning short wedding guest dresses in short and mini lengths.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Tonal faux pearls, tonal rhinestone embellishments in diamond pattern
- Cowl neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2475
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Pippa High-Slit Open Back Lace Dress
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Grace the room with a long lace dress that features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a bold open back design, and a long-length hem accented with a high side slit. Complete formal outfit with glitter mesh heels.
Fit & Features
- Lined floral lace fabrication
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Open-back design
- High side slit
- Long length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8777
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Bold Romance Sleeveless Flocked Velvet Corset Midi Dress
Bring the bold factor in a midi dress that features a floral flocked velvet print, a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with lace trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, bra cups for additional support, and a corset-like bodice supported with flexible boning. The fitted bodice leads to a midi-length silhouette accented with a high side slit. Complete your date night outfit with block heels.
Fit & Features
- Lined mesh fabrication, floral flocked velvet print
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Corset-like bodice, flexible boning
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- High side slit
- Midi-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3290
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Nadia Rhinestone Sheer Mesh Formal Dress
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Bring the glitzy allure in the iconic Nadia formal dress designed with sheer mesh fabric, a knit bodysuit lining, and all-over tonal rhinestone embellishments in a gorgeous starburst center design. It features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a cheeky bodysuit bottom, and a floor-length sheer mesh A-line silhouette accented with dual side slits for added drama.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit bodysuit lining
- Tonal rhinestone starburst center embellished design
- V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper closure
- Floor-length sheer mesh A-line silhouette, dual side slits
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8776
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $79.97 $169.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Miriam Pearl Beaded Formal Mini Dress
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Turn heads with your glitzy aura in the Miriam formal mini dress crafted with lined mesh fabric and all-over faux pearl and beaded embroidery for a gorgeous look. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, tank shoulder straps, an open back with a lace-up strappy design for a customized fit, and a short flowy A-line silhouette.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- All-over faux pearl and beaded embroidery
- Sweetheart neckline, underbust seam
- Tank shoulder straps
- Open lace-up back
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2520
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Gorgeous Silhouette Sleeveless Bodycon Midi Dress
Flaunt your gorgeous figure in this midi dress designed with smooth nylon fabric offering plenty of stretch. It features a sleeveless scoop neck and back design, tank straps, and a midi-length bodycon silhouette to showcase your curves.
Fit & Features
- Smooth nylon fabric with plenty of stretch
- Scoop neck and back
- Tank shoulder straps
- Midi-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5931
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Serving Sleek Square Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
Serve a gorgeous sleek silhouette in this brushed knit midi dress featuring a sleeveless square neckline, thin tank straps, and a midi-length bodycon fit to hug your curves. Style with hoop earrings and stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Brushed knit fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Square neckline
- Thin tank shoulder straps
- Midi-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5975
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $39.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BURGUNDY
Available Size: L
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Arlette Lace-Up High Slit Glitter Knit Midi Dress
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Chic and glam, the Arlette formal midi dress designed with shimmering glitter knit fabric will glitz up your cocktail party. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a built-in padded bust and a cowl draped overlay, thin tank straps, an open lace-up strappy back design for a customized fit, and a midi-length bodycon silhouette accented with a high front slit.
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Sweetheart neckline with padded bust, cowl draped overlay
- Thin tank shoulder straps
- Open lace-up back design
- High waist seam, high front slit
- Midi-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2533
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Sweet Glamour Beaded Strap Lace Mini Dress
Create the prettiest party look in this airy lace mini dress designed with a sleeveless sweetheart neckline and beaded embellished spaghetti straps for a touch of sweet glamour. The drop waist leads to a mini-length A-line silhouette with pleated detailing.
Every bead, every detail—this dress was made to shine. Searching for more statement styles? Discover our exquisite beaded prom dresses or find a look that dazzles from our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer lace fabric with full-length knit lining, high stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, angled underbust seam
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, beaded and faux pearl embellishments
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Drop waist
- Mini-length pleated A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3715
Category Name: Semi-Formal Dresses
Price: $39.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK, LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: S, M, L, XS